PA47 · Argyll and Bute

PA47 broadband and area guide

Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 15 postcodes across 1 sector in Argyll and Bute.

Gigabit

0%

Superfast

85%

Postcodes

15

PA47 is the strongest performer in this corner of Argyll and Bute. Nearly 85% of postcodes enjoy superfast speeds, and the entire area meets universal service obligations.

Broadband speeds in PA47

Share of PA47 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 15 postcodes in the district.

Connectivity here significantly outpaces neighbouring postcodes across the region. 84.9% of the 15 postcodes reach superfast speeds, a substantial improvement over weaker districts, with every postcode covered by universal service obligations. The speed distribution reflects this strength clearly: 84.9% fall into the 30-300 Mbps band, leaving only 5.1% below 10 Mbps, a minimal tail-end constraint. Ultrafast and gigabit options do not exist, but for most residents the superfast tier meets typical household and work demands comfortably. Video streaming, browsing, and remote work function reliably across the superfast majority. The absence of below-USO postcodes also means consistent baseline coverage across all 15 postcodes. This level of superfast penetration suggests infrastructure investment has been prioritised here, making it an attractive area for users prioritising connectivity. The low proportion of sub-10-Mbps premises further distinguishes PA47 from most other rural postcode areas.

Under 2 Mbps
2%
2 to 5 Mbps
<1%
5 to 10 Mbps
3%
10 to 30 Mbps
10%
30 to 300 Mbps
85%
300 Mbps and above
0%

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

0%

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

PA47 splits into 1 postcode sector. Coverage and prices can differ street by street, so open a sector below to find your exact postcode.

SectorPostcodesSuperfastFull fibreGigabit
PA47 71585%TBC0%

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Living in Argyll and Bute

This district offers reliable connectivity for remote work and streaming without the frustration of slow tail-end speeds affecting other areas. The high penetration of superfast broadband suggests deliberate infrastructure investment, making it an attractive option for connectivity-dependent households.

Remote worker score

50/100

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

PA47 broadband FAQs

How does PA47 compare to neighbouring districts?

At 84.9% superfast availability, it ranks substantially higher than weaker rural postcodes in the same region.

Will I have the Universal Service Obligation if I move here?

Yes. All postcodes in PA47 fall within the USO, guaranteeing a basic broadband entitlement.

Can I access gigabit speeds?

No. The maximum available is superfast (30-300 Mbps).

How many premises face slow speeds below 10 Mbps?

Only 5.1%, among the lowest proportions across this batch of postcodes.

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Data sources: Broadband data from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 · House prices from HM Land Registry · Crime from Police.uk · See all data sources