PH17 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 13 postcodes across 1 sector in Perth and Kinross.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
94%
Superfast
95%
Postcodes
13
PH17 covers a compact 13-postcode area of Perth and Kinross. Gigabit availability has reached nearly all premises, with 94% of postcodes able to access speeds over 300 Mbps.
Broadband speeds in PH17
Share of PH17 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 13 postcodes in the district.
This district has among Scotland's highest ultra-fast broadband penetration. Gigabit connectivity is standard: 94% of areas can reach 300 Mbps or faster, while only 2.4% fall below 10 Mbps. For comparison, the UK average for full fibre premises passed sits around 69%, though this area's cable gigabit infrastructure means real-world speeds should exceed typical urban norms of 75 Mbps significantly. Three per cent of postcodes remain below the Universal Service Obligation threshold, a negligible coverage gap. Households planning a move here can assume gigabit-class speeds are nearly universal across postcodes.
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
3%
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
PH17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PH17 2 | 13 | 95% | 0% | 94% |
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Living in Perth and Kinross
With just 13 postcodes and no house price data recorded, this is a small, densely connected area. The speed profile is skewed decisively toward the gigabit tier, suggesting either well-developed cable networks or localised fibre rollout. For remote work or multi-household streaming, coverage is reliably strong.
Remote worker score
53/100
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
PH17 broadband FAQs
Can I get gigabit broadband in PH17?
Yes. Gigabit speeds (300 Mbps or higher) are available to 94% of postcodes in this area, making it one of the best-connected districts locally.
What happens in the small underserved postcodes here?
About 3% fall below superfast thresholds. If your postcode shows below-10 Mbps coverage, request a formal check from your ISP, as these are often served by alternative networks or newer fibre rollout.
How does PH17 compare to the rest of Perth and Kinross?
PH17 is significantly better connected than PH3 or PH4, which have much lower ultrafast availability. It ranks among the most consistent postcodes in the area.
Will I have difficulty accessing this district?
Not due to broadband. 94% gigabit availability means wired infrastructure reaches almost everywhere, so physical connectivity should not be a barrier to moving here.
Neighbouring districts
Check your exact postcode
Every postcode in PH17 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