PH21 · Highland

PH21 broadband and area guide

Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 106 postcodes across 1 sector in Highland.

Full fibre

0%

Gigabit

76%

Superfast

86%

Postcodes

106

PH21 spans 106 postcodes in Highland with strong gigabit penetration at 76.3%, yet 7.7% of postcodes remain below 10 Mbps, a notable tail of underservice.

Broadband speeds in PH21

Share of PH21 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 106 postcodes in the district.

Over three-quarters support gigabit speeds. The below-10 Mbps contingent represents the district's challenge: about 8 postcodes in genuine digital need. Below-USO coverage is tighter here (4.6%) than in PH20, suggesting infrastructure is more fully rolled out, even if pockets still lack any service. The 9.5% in the 30 to 300 Mbps zone represent the district's modest tail, mostly competent for standard household use but not the gigabit experience. This is a Highland district where most can plan modern connectivity work, but a small fraction must explore alternatives. The overall infrastructure investment is solid, though not flawless.

Under 2 Mbps
1%
2 to 5 Mbps
1%
5 to 10 Mbps
5%
10 to 30 Mbps
6%
30 to 300 Mbps
10%
300 Mbps and above
76%

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

5%

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

PH21 splits into 1 postcode sector. Coverage and prices can differ street by street, so open a sector below to find your exact postcode.

SectorPostcodesSuperfastFull fibreGigabit
PH21 110686%0%76%

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Living in Highland

At 106 postcodes, PH21 is a substantial Highland area without recorded house-price data. The concentration of gigabit coverage in most postcodes contrasts sharply with a persistent underserved fringe, typical of patchy rural rollout patterns.

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

PH21 broadband FAQs

What's the typical broadband speed in PH21?

Gigabit (300 Mbps+). 76.3% of postcodes reach this tier. The remainder span superfast down to slower tiers, with 7.7% below 10 Mbps.

Are there any connectivity gaps in PH21?

Yes. 4.6% of postcodes fall below the USO minimum; 7.7% are below 10 Mbps. If your postcode is flagged, contact your provider or the USO scheme immediately.

Can I rely on alternative networks here?

No recorded alternative coverage exists in PH21, so wired networks (fibre, cable, copper) are your only standard options.

How does PH21 compare to neighbouring PH20?

Both have similar gigabit penetration (74 to 76%), but PH21 has lower below-USO rates (4.6% vs 7.7%). PH21 is slightly more uniformly served.

Neighbouring districts

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Every postcode in PH21 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