PA34 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 361 postcodes across 2 sectors in Argyll and Bute.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
15%
Superfast
96%
Postcodes
361
PA34 covers 361 postcodes in Argyll and Bute with excellent superfast coverage at 95.8% and respectable gigabit penetration at 15.2%. This district ranks among Argyll's best-connected areas.
Broadband speeds in PA34
Share of PA34 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 361 postcodes in the district.
Superfast broadband reaches 95.8% of PA34, placing the district at the threshold of excellent rural connectivity and just below the UK average. Gigabit availability at 15.2% is notably strong for a rural area, suggesting systematic modern fibre investment beyond basic subsidy delivery. The below-10 Mbps tail affects only 1.5% of postcodes, indicating complete infrastructure with minimal outliers. The gap between superfast and gigabit 80 percentage points is smaller than many rural districts, reflecting either denser settlement that justifies fibre deployment or targeted public-private investment. PA34's scale (361 postcodes) and consistent coverage suggest an area that has successfully attracted broadband investment and maintained infrastructure quality.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations. Percentages are district-wide averages of postcode-level availability, so rows may not sum to exactly 100%.
Connectivity in detail
Below 10 Mbps USO
<1%
Premises unable to get the 10 Mbps universal service minimum
Fixed wireless
0%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
PA34 splits into 2 postcode sectors. Coverage and prices can differ street by street, so open a sector below to find your exact postcode.
| Sector | Postcodes | Superfast | Full fibre | Gigabit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PA34 4 | 233 | 94% | 0% | 18% |
| PA34 5 | 128 | 99% | 0% | 9% |
All PA34 4 postcodes (233)
All PA34 5 postcodes (128)
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Living in Argyll and Bute
PA34 offers strong broadband prospects for most households. The combination of near-universal superfast coverage and significant gigabit penetration means options exist across the district. Properties in PA34 are more likely to support high-speed working and streaming than in typical rural areas.
Remote worker score
54/100
Connectivity and amenities for home working
Family score
50/100
Schools, safety and family amenities
Value score
50/100
What you get for the local price level
PA34 broadband FAQs
How well-connected is PA34 within Argyll and Bute?
Very well. At 95.8% superfast and 15.2% gigabit, PA34 ranks among the better-served districts in Argyll, with strong infrastructure investment.
Can I find gigabit broadband in PA34?
Yes. Gigabit is available to 15.2% of the 361 postcodes, roughly 55 locations. This is an unusually high share for a rural district.
What share of PA34 lacks superfast broadband?
Only 4.2%, an exceptionally low rate. More than 95% of postcodes have superfast access, reflecting successful infrastructure deployment.
Are there postcodes in PA34 with very slow speeds?
Only 1.5%, which is negligible. Infrastructure reaches nearly all premises in PA34, with minimal connectivity tail.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in PA34 has its own page with broadband speeds, house prices, school ratings and crime stats. You can also compare providers for your address.
Data sources: Broadband data from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 · House prices from HM Land Registry · Crime from Police.uk · See all data sources