PA42 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 56 postcodes across 1 sector in Argyll and Bute.
Gigabit
8%
Superfast
77%
Postcodes
56
PA42 covers 56 postcodes in Argyll and Bute with limited superfast coverage at 77.1% and modest gigabit availability at 8.2%. This district reflects partial infrastructure investment with gaps remaining.
Broadband speeds in PA42
Share of PA42 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 56 postcodes in the district.
Superfast broadband reaches 77.1% of PA42, placing the district in the lower-middle range for rural Scotland. Gigabit is available to 8.2%, representing four or five postcodes with modern high-speed fibre. Around 12% of premises fall below 10 Mbps, indicating a material tail of slow connections. The infrastructure profile here is mixed: basic superfast investment has reached most premises through copper-based fibre or older wireless, but modern gigabit investment has been minimal. The gap between superfast and gigabit (nearly 69 percentage points) is typical of rural areas receiving subsidy for basic speeds but not attracting commercial investment in next-generation infrastructure.
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
3%
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
PA42 splits into 1 postcode sector. Coverage and prices can differ street by street, so open a sector below to find your exact postcode.
| Sector | Postcodes | Superfast | Full fibre | Gigabit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PA42 7 | 56 | 77% | TBC | 8% |
All PA42 7 postcodes (56)
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Living in Argyll and Bute
PA42 is workable for most households but requires verification. More than three-quarters can expect superfast broadband, but one-quarter will depend on older speeds and one-eighth on very slow connections.
Remote worker score
52/100
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
PA42 broadband FAQs
What proportion of PA42 has superfast broadband?
77.1% of the 56 postcodes reach superfast speeds. Around 23% lack superfast access and depend on older copper or wireless.
Is gigabit available in PA42?
Only 8.2%, representing roughly four postcodes. Modern high-speed fibre investment has not been systematic in PA42.
How many postcodes in PA42 have very slow speeds?
Around 12%, which is significant for a district of 56 postcodes. Roughly seven postcodes are below 10 Mbps and unsuitable for reliable work.
Is PA42 suitable for remote workers?
Conditional. If you can verify superfast access at your specific postcode, yes. If you fall into the 23% without superfast or 12% below 10 Mbps, expect significant constraints.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in PA42 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