PL30 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 537 postcodes across 3 sectors in Cornwall.
Gigabit
78%
Superfast
87%
Postcodes
537
PL30 spans 537 postcodes in Cornwall. Gigabit availability reaches 77.6%, though the district carries a higher-than-average concentration of postcodes below 10 Mbps.
Broadband speeds in PL30
Share of PL30 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 537 postcodes in the district.
Connectivity ranges widely across the 537 postcodes. 77.6% are gigabit-capable via cable and wireless networks, the latter at 3.2%, placing this district above many rural peers. Yet the speed floor is softer here. 7% report sub-10 Mbps, a notable tail compared to neighbouring districts and reflecting difficult terrain or legacy infrastructure. Below-USO postcodes account for 1.9%, slightly elevated for the region. The speed distribution shows 77.6% at 300+ Mbps and 9.2% in the 30-300 Mbps range, creating a bimodal split. This means neighbourhoods cluster either at premium or below-midrange speeds, with few in the stable middle tier.
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
2%
Premises unable to get the 10 Mbps universal service minimum
Fixed wireless
3%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
PL30 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PL30 3 | 181 | 92% | TBC | 82% |
| PL30 4 | 184 | 80% | TBC | 75% |
| PL30 5 | 172 | 89% | TBC | 76% |
All PL30 3 postcodes (181)
All PL30 4 postcodes (184)
All PL30 5 postcodes (172)
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Living in Cornwall
This district shows the classic rural challenge.excellent coverage in served areas, but a significant number of postcodes remain underserved. Relocation here warrants a detailed postcode check.
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
PL30 broadband FAQs
Why does PL30 have more slow postcodes than neighbours?
7% report sub-10 Mbps, the highest rate in this batch. Terrain and settlement patterns make universal coverage harder here. Fixed wireless at 3.2% helps but does not reach all.
Is gigabit available across PL30?
77.6% of postcodes support gigabit. The remaining 23% fall to slower tiers, with a notable chunk in the slow category.confirm your specific location.
What role does fixed wireless play here?
Fixed wireless covers 3.2% of the district, helping connect rural corners. Combined with cable gigabit (to 77.6%), it creates mixed access options.
How many postcodes span PL30?
537 postcodes make it a mid-sized district. The variety within its bounds is substantial, so neighbourhood choice matters significantly.
Neighbouring districts
Check your exact postcode
Every postcode in PL30 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