PO16 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 985 postcodes across 4 sectors in Fareham.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
92%
Superfast
99%
Postcodes
985
PO16 in Fareham reaches 985 postcodes with superfast broadband (99%), including strong gigabit coverage at 92.1%. The district offers strong interconnection options.
Broadband speeds in PO16
Share of PO16 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 985 postcodes in the district.
Superfast availability of 99% is exceptional for any postcode area. Cable gigabit reaches 92.1% of premises, with the remainder split between 300 Mbps-capable networks (5.3%) and mid-tier packages. Zero postcodes fall below 10 Mbps, eliminating the slow-speed problem entirely. The performance baseline is set by cable's 30 Mbps minimum, making even the non-gigabit outcomes substantially above legacy copper alternatives. Cable clustering creates a market where 93.7% of postcodes enjoy 300 Mbps-plus speeds, 5.3% sit in the 30-300 Mbps band, and no household faces downgrade risk. Superfast coverage of 99% and gigabit at 92.1% signal mature infrastructure investment. Switching decisions revolve around provider options and pricing rather than availability constraints.
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
PO16 splits into 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PO16 0 | 203 | 98% | 0% | 80% |
| PO16 7 | 251 | 100% | 0% | 97% |
| PO16 8 | 288 | 99% | 0% | 96% |
| PO16 9 | 243 | 99% | 0% | 93% |
All PO16 0 postcodes (203)
All PO16 7 postcodes (251)
All PO16 8 postcodes (288)
All PO16 9 postcodes (243)
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Living in Fareham
The postcode's 99% superfast penetration ranks among the highest in the region. Cable dominates available infrastructure.
Remote worker score
55/100
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
PO16 broadband FAQs
What is the actual download speed in PO16?
93.7% of postcodes can reach 300 Mbps or faster; the remaining 5.3% sit in the 30-300 Mbps band. No premises fall below 10 Mbps.
Is there any postcode in PO16 without gigabit access?
About 65 postcodes (7.9%) cannot access gigabit speeds, but they typically sit in the 30-300 Mbps tier instead.
How does speed availability compare to neighbouring districts?
99% superfast is extremely high. This far exceeds the UK average and signals mature cable roll-out.
Can a new resident expect reliable, fast internet?
Yes. The zero sub-10 Mbps population ensures no household is left with degraded service.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in PO16 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