S18 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 583 postcodes across 6 sectors in North East Derbyshire.
Full fibre
78%
Gigabit
78%
Superfast
96%
Postcodes
583
S18 spans North East Derbyshire postcodes with mixed fibre progress. 78% have full fibre gigabit capability while 95.7% access superfast, indicating an area in mid-rollout transition.
Broadband speeds in S18
Share of S18 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 583 postcodes in the district.
Full fibre has deployed to 78% of S18's 583 postcodes across North East Derbyshire. Superfast is nearly universal at 95.7%. This 17-percentage-point gap reflects an area where gigabit rollout is still progressing. A small number of postcodes (0.2%) fall below the Universal Service Obligation, likely rural fringe locations awaiting final-mile fibre or wireless solutions. Most residents here enjoy gigabit speeds where fibre is live. Those on superfast (18% of postcodes) experience 30-67 Mbps, a functional option for most household uses. S18's transition state suggests further investment is planned; postcodes currently without gigabit may see infrastructure upgrades within a few years as operators expand their networks. Buyers should ask local providers about planned upgrades when viewing properties.
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
S18 splits into 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S18 1 | 158 | 100% | 86% | 86% |
| S18 2 | 125 | 100% | 83% | 83% |
| S18 3 | 48 | 98% | 85% | 85% |
| S18 4 | 52 | 89% | 66% | 66% |
| S18 7 | 57 | 73% | 17% | 17% |
| S18 8 | 143 | 99% | 91% | 91% |
All S18 1 postcodes (158)
All S18 2 postcodes (125)
All S18 3 postcodes (48)
All S18 4 postcodes (52)
All S18 7 postcodes (57)
All S18 8 postcodes (143)
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Living in North East Derbyshire
S18's stage of rollout means demand for gigabit is likely driving further investment. Buyers and renters moving to addresses without full fibre today may see infrastructure improvement within a few years. Check your specific postcode and ask local providers about planned upgrades.
Crime per month
1
Average recorded crimes per local statistical area
Remote worker score
98/100
Connectivity and amenities for home working
Family score
80/100
Schools, safety and family amenities
Value score
50/100
What you get for the local price level
S18 broadband FAQs
What percentage of S18 has full fibre?
78% of postcodes have gigabit-capable full fibre. The remaining areas have superfast or below.
Can I request fibre if it's not available at my S18 address?
Yes. If you're in a superfast-only postcode (18%), you can contact your provider or the regulator to request a check and discuss options.
Are there very slow postcodes in S18?
A small fraction (0.2%) fall short of the Universal Service Obligation minimum. These are rare and typically rural.
Is gigabit broadband the default in S18?
Not quite. Gigabit full fibre is available to 78%, while superfast serves an additional 18%, covering most of the district.
Neighbouring districts
Check your exact postcode
Every postcode in S18 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