PE20 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 614 postcodes across 3 sectors in Boston.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
64%
Superfast
81%
Postcodes
614
PE20 in Boston covers 614 postcodes with modest gigabit reach and notable connectivity gaps. Fewer than two-thirds qualify for gigabit, and nearly 1 in 10 fall below 10 Mbps.
Broadband speeds in PE20
Share of PE20 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 614 postcodes in the district.
Gigabit availability stands at 63.6%, below the UK average of 69%. Superfast reaches 81.4% of postcodes. The 9.1% of postcodes below 10 Mbps is significant for a developed area, and a further 3.8% miss USO thresholds entirely. Alternative services contribute 0.4%. The 17.8% intermediate band suggests mixed infrastructure ages. Boston's semi-rural character means investment has been patchy and uneven. PE20 exhibits the connectivity disparities typical of areas where urban and agricultural zones create variable deployment priorities. Some households enjoy modern infrastructure while others face real constraints. Verification of your specific postcode is essential before committing to relocation.
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
4%
Premises unable to get the 10 Mbps universal service minimum
Fixed wireless
<1%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
PE20 splits into 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PE20 1 | 234 | 89% | 0% | 79% |
| PE20 2 | 162 | 72% | 0% | 52% |
| PE20 3 | 218 | 80% | 0% | 56% |
All PE20 1 postcodes (234)
All PE20 2 postcodes (162)
All PE20 3 postcodes (218)
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Living in Boston
Boston's rural character means some areas remain underserved by modern networks. No price data is recorded.
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
PE20 broadband FAQs
Why does PE20 have such poor broadband coverage?
Rural density and distance from urban hubs make infrastructure deployment costly; investment has been patchy.
How many postcodes in PE20 have unacceptable broadband speeds?
9.1% fall below 10 Mbps, a substantial minority for mainland England.
Should I check my specific postcode before moving to PE20?
Yes, absolutely. Gigabit varies dramatically across the district from nearly universal to extremely rare.
What alternatives exist if my PE20 postcode is poorly connected?
Satellite and other alternatives are options for some areas; your provider can advise on availability.
Neighbouring districts
Check your exact postcode
Every postcode in PE20 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