PA7 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 253 postcodes across 1 sector in Renfrewshire.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
89%
Superfast
98%
Postcodes
253
PA7 is a large Renfrewshire district with exceptional broadband coverage. 253 postcodes show 89.3% gigabit penetration across urban and suburban areas.
Broadband speeds in PA7
Share of PA7 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 253 postcodes in the district.
Infrastructure here is mature and competitive across 253 postcodes. 97.7% reach superfast speeds and 89.3% achieve gigabit capacity, indicating complete network coverage. The speed split shows clear upper-tier concentration: 89.3% occupy the 300-plus Mbps band, 8.4% are in the 30-300 range, and only 0.8% fall below 10 Mbps. Full-fibre is zero, indicating cable networks or a hybrid infrastructure, though the gigabit penetration demonstrates substantial capability deployment. With no postcodes outside the Universal Service Obligation, coverage is universal. The scale of 253 postcodes represents a sizeable population, making this a major well-serviced urban or suburban corridor. This level of gigabit penetration across a 253-postcode area reflects significant infrastructure investment and provider competition.
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
PA7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PA7 5 | 253 | 98% | 0% | 89% |
All PA7 5 postcodes (253)
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Living in Renfrewshire
This district is highly appealing for connectivity-dependent households and businesses. Gigabit access across 89% of postcodes is exceptional for Scotland, reflecting urban infrastructure investment and competitive provider presence.
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
PA7 broadband FAQs
How does PA7's gigabit availability compare to the UK average?
At 89.3%, it far exceeds the UK average of roughly 69% premises with full-fibre capability.
What proportion of premises are below 10 Mbps?
Only 0.8%, indicating complete infrastructure coverage.
Are postcodes outside the USO a concern?
No. All postcodes fall within the USO.
Can I rely on stable broadband for remote work?
Yes. The vast majority (89.3%) have gigabit access, more than sufficient for any bandwidth demand.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in PA7 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