RG29 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 266 postcodes across 1 sector in Hart.
Full fibre
45%
Gigabit
45%
Superfast
91%
Postcodes
266
RG29 covers Basingstoke and Deane across 266 postcodes with stronger gigabit reach than nearby RG28. Just under half the postcodes support gigabit speeds, and broadband access is substantially more uniform.
Broadband speeds in RG29
Share of RG29 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 266 postcodes in the district.
Gigabit coverage spans 44.5% of RG29, representing a substantial boost in availability. Superfast broadband reaches 90.8% of premises, leaving only 9.2% without 30 Mbps capability. The speed profile divides fairly evenly: 46.4% of postcodes land in the 30-300 Mbps bracket, while 44.5% can exceed 300 Mbps. Fewer than one postcode in 200 falls below the USO minimum of 10 Mbps, with only 0.4% missing this threshold. This makes RG29 one of the more uniformly served parts of its town. For home-based workers, the odds of obtaining adequate high-speed options have improved significantly compared to nearby postcode areas.
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
RG29 splits into 1 postcode sector. Coverage and prices can differ street by street, so open a sector below to find your exact postcode.
| Sector | Postcodes | Superfast | Full fibre | Gigabit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RG29 1 | 266 | 91% | 45% | 45% |
All RG29 1 postcodes (266)
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Living in Hart
Basingstoke and Deane's RG29 offers better overall coverage than surrounding postcodes. Most premises will find superfast speeds available, and a meaningful proportion support gigabit options. The trade-off is small, with few postcodes lacking adequate speed for typical household tasks.
Remote worker score
50/100
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
RG29 broadband FAQs
How does gigabit coverage compare in RG29?
44.5% of postcodes can access gigabit speeds, making it a better choice for broadband-sensitive moves.
What's the superfast adoption rate?
90.8% of premises reach 30+ Mbps, leaving just 9.2% without superfast capability.
Are postcodes here generally well-served?
Yes. Only 0.4% fall below the 10 Mbps universal service obligation, making RG29 relatively consistent.
Do I need to verify availability before committing?
Most postcodes will meet typical broadband needs, but checking your exact code remains worthwhile.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in RG29 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