PO33 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 988 postcodes across 4 sectors in Isle of Wight.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
84%
Superfast
94%
Postcodes
988
PO33 on the Isle of Wight covers 988 postcodes with 84.4% gigabit access. This is the island's largest postcode and well-connected overall.
Broadband speeds in PO33
Share of PO33 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 988 postcodes in the district.
Gigabit speeds reach 84.4% of PO33's 988-postcode footprint, the highest gigabit density among large island codes. Only 1.8% fall below 10 Mbps. Speed distribution shows 84.4% at gigabit tier, 10% at mid-range (30-300 Mbps), with a two-tier pattern: cable in populated areas and mid-speed options on the periphery. Superfast reaches 94.3%, a reliable baseline for island scale. The postcode balances sufficient scale to attract investment with coverage dense enough that cable buildout reaches major population zones. Residents should check per address but expect reasonable options.
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
0%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
PO33 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PO33 1 | 282 | 97% | 0% | 87% |
| PO33 2 | 268 | 100% | 0% | 93% |
| PO33 3 | 256 | 100% | 0% | 95% |
| PO33 4 | 182 | 75% | 0% | 54% |
All PO33 1 postcodes (282)
All PO33 2 postcodes (268)
All PO33 3 postcodes (256)
All PO33 4 postcodes (182)
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Living in Isle of Wight
PO33 combines scale with good connectivity. Represents the middle of the Isle of Wight's broadband range.
Remote worker score
54/100
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
PO33 broadband FAQs
How many postcodes in PO33 have gigabit access?
About 834 of 988 postcodes (84.4%) are gigabit-passed.
What is the main speed for non-gigabit addresses?
Most sit in the 30-300 Mbps tier. Only 1.8% are below 10 Mbps.
Is PO33 well-connected for an island postcode?
Yes. 84.4% gigabit is strong and reflects population concentration attracting cable investment.
Should I worry about broadband availability here?
Not significantly. Check your address, but most postcodes have solid options.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in PO33 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