PH16 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 224 postcodes across 1 sector in Perth and Kinross.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
26%
Superfast
95%
Postcodes
224
PH16 comprises 224 postcodes in Perth and Kinross. Gigabit penetration at 25.6% is low, but below-10 Mbps affects only 2.1%.
Broadband speeds in PH16
Share of PH16 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 224 postcodes in the district.
PH16 shows a different constraint pattern than nearby postcodes in Perth and Kinross. Gigabit reaches just 25.6%, but superfast covers 94.7%, and zero postcodes fall below the Universal Service Obligation. The speed split clusters heavily in the middle: 69.1% occupy the conventional 30 to 300 Mbps superfast band, while only 25.6% access gigabit and 2.1% remain below 10 Mbps. This is well-served by superfast infrastructure despite lacking gigabit density. Cable networks have reached the district effectively, leaving most premises with adequate modern broadband for typical household needs. The profile reflects earlier or less intensive network deployment compared to gigabit-rich areas.
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
PH16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PH16 5 | 224 | 95% | 0% | 26% |
All PH16 5 postcodes (224)
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Living in Perth and Kinross
Most households in PH16 enjoy reliable superfast connectivity. The lack of gigabit is offset by near-universal superfast coverage, making bandwidth adequate for most uses.
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
PH16 broadband FAQs
Will I get gigabit in PH16?
Unlikely. Only 25.6% of postcodes reach gigabit; most sit in the superfast band.
Is the superfast coverage complete in PH16?
Nearly. 94.7% reach superfast or better, so broadband gaps are minimal.
What speed should I typically expect?
Most premises (69.1%) occupy the 30 to 300 Mbps superfast tier, which supports standard household use well.
How does PH16 rank for Perth and Kinross connectivity?
It excels at superfast penetration (94.7%) but lacks gigabit density (25.6%), reflecting an older or less upgraded cable network.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in PH16 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