PE16 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 297 postcodes across 1 sector in Fenland.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
76%
Superfast
93%
Postcodes
297
PE16 serves Fenland with 297 postcodes, the smallest in its group. Gigabit penetration is strong at 76.2%, with essentially full superfast coverage and negligible below-threshold postcodes.
Broadband speeds in PE16
Share of PE16 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 297 postcodes in the district.
76.2% of PE16 qualifies for gigabit speeds, and 93.3% reach superfast. Just 3.5% fall below superfast thresholds. The middle band is modest at 17.1%, suggesting most postcodes either have modern gigabit infrastructure or retain older but superfast-capable networks. This tight distribution and zero USO non-compliance make PE16 one of Fenland's best-connected districts. Smaller postcodes can receive infrastructure upgrades faster than large urban areas; PE16 has benefited from recent investment. Coverage consistency means reliable service for most households. The clustering toward gigabit and away from low-speed tiers suggests deliberate deployment prioritisation.
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
PE16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PE16 6 | 297 | 93% | 0% | 76% |
All PE16 6 postcodes (297)
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Living in Fenland
This smaller district benefits from concentrated infrastructure investment. No house price data is recorded.
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
PE16 broadband FAQs
Why is gigabit so prevalent in such a small district?
Smaller postcodes can receive infrastructure upgrades faster than large urban areas; PE16 has benefited from recent investment.
Is broadband reliable across PE16?
Yes. 93.3% superfast coverage with zero USO failures indicates consistent, modern infrastructure.
Will my postcode in PE16 definitely qualify for gigabit?
76.2% do, so most will. Check your specific address to be certain, but odds are strong.
How does PE16 rank among East Anglia postcodes?
Its 76.2% gigabit penetration places it above average for the region.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in PE16 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