PL26 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 877 postcodes across 3 sectors in Cornwall.
Gigabit
48%
Superfast
89%
Postcodes
877
PL26 covers 877 postcodes with mixed broadband fortunes. Superfast is available to 89.3%, but gigabit has reached fewer than half the properties.
Broadband speeds in PL26
Share of PL26 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 877 postcodes in the district.
Broadband provision here shows wider variance than the best-connected neighbours. 89.3% can access superfast speeds, but only 47.7% are gigabit-capable via cable network. The speed split reveals this stratification clearly. 49.3% of the 877 postcodes enjoy 300+ Mbps, whilst 40% occupy the 30-300 Mbps tier, sufficient for streaming and work video calls. Below 10 Mbps speeds affect 2.5%, reflecting pockets of older copper infrastructure. Wireless access at 0.5% coverage provides minimal supplementary reach. Below-USO postcodes stand at 0.8%, slightly above regional norms, suggesting that some rural pockets lack investment in the most recent upgrades.
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
<1%
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
PL26 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PL26 6 | 222 | 89% | TBC | 28% |
| PL26 7 | 302 | 93% | TBC | 75% |
| PL26 8 | 353 | 86% | TBC | 37% |
All PL26 6 postcodes (222)
All PL26 7 postcodes (302)
All PL26 8 postcodes (353)
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Living in Cornwall
This is a mixed-access district where neighbourhood plays a role. Some premises cluster into strong gigabit zones; others sit in mid-range capability. A connectivity check is worthwhile before committing to a move.
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
PL26 broadband FAQs
Should I expect gigabit broadband in PL26?
47.7% of postcodes support gigabit, so it is not guaranteed. About half the district has it; the rest are on mid-range or slower networks.
What proportion lack decent speeds in this district?
2.5% of postcodes report sub-10 Mbps. For those, broadband supplier and postcode check is essential.faster options may be within reach.
Is PL26 a good bet for remote work?
40% of postcodes sit in the 30-300 Mbps range, which handles most home-office tasks well. Gigabit is available to many, but not all neighbourhoods.
How many postcodes does PL26 contain?
877 postcodes span this district, one of the larger outward codes in the county, so infrastructure quality can vary significantly.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in PL26 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