PO2 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 743 postcodes across 4 sectors in Portsmouth.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
95%
Superfast
98%
Postcodes
743
Portsmouth's PO2 core reaches 96.1% of 743 postcodes with gigabit-capable networks. Infrastructure density is among the highest in the city.
Broadband speeds in PO2
Share of PO2 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 743 postcodes in the district.
Gigabit availability of 95.4% across PO2 reflects Portsmouth's urban cable footprint, where dense networks create multiple overlapping coverage zones. Cable passes nearly all premises at gigabit-capable speeds, with 96.1% of postcodes reaching 300 Mbps-plus performance. Only 2.2% occupy the 30-300 Mbps rung. The tail below 10 Mbps is minimal at 0.5%. For urban dwellers, switching between providers rarely involves a speed trade-off; the decision hinges on pricing, customer service, and contract terms. Superfast is near-absolute at 98.3%, indicating a mature backbone across the entire postcode. The postcode exemplifies dense-urban infrastructure: highly competitive gigabit market, zero serious coverage gaps, and reliable service across all premises types.
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
PO2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PO2 0 | 199 | 100% | 0% | 99% |
| PO2 7 | 210 | 98% | 0% | 95% |
| PO2 8 | 169 | 96% | 0% | 90% |
| PO2 9 | 165 | 100% | 0% | 97% |
All PO2 0 postcodes (199)
All PO2 7 postcodes (210)
All PO2 8 postcodes (169)
All PO2 9 postcodes (165)
Best deals
Compare broadband deals in PO2
Deals are priced per address. Enter your full postcode to see every package available where you live.
Free comparison. Opens our deals partner in a new tab.
Living in Portsmouth
PO2 is Portsmouth's most connected postcode, with urban density translating directly to network maturity.
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
PO2 broadband FAQs
What is the typical speed in Portsmouth's PO2?
96.1% of postcodes sit at 300 Mbps or above, with fewer than 3% occupying lower tiers.
Is gigabit widely available here?
Yes. 95.4% of postcodes are gigabit-passed. Provider switching usually comes down to price or service, not speed.
Are there any connected problems in this area?
No. Zero postcodes fall below superfast, and only 0.5% remain below 10 Mbps.
Should I verify availability before signing a contract?
The risk of an unacceptable connection is vanishingly low. Standard provider checks are routine, but failures are rare.
Neighbouring districts
Check your exact postcode
Every postcode in PO2 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