S32 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 204 postcodes across 5 sectors in Derbyshire Dales.
Full fibre
17%
Gigabit
17%
Superfast
89%
Postcodes
204
S32 is a Derbyshire Dales district with limited gigabit but strong superfast. 16.5% have gigabit-capable infrastructure while 89.3% qualify for superfast, indicating an area reliant on fibre-to-the-cabinet technology.
Broadband speeds in S32
Share of S32 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 204 postcodes in the district.
S32 presents a markedly different profile from more urban postcodes. Only 16.5% have full fibre gigabit, but superfast covers 89.3%, meaning most households access 30-67 Mbps rather than gigabit speeds. This disparity is characteristic of rural or semi-rural areas where fibre-to-the-cabinet (FTTC) technology has been deployed thoroughly but full fibre (FTTP) rollout is selective. A small fraction (0.3%) fall short of the Universal Service Obligation. The 72.8% on standard superfast speeds indicates this area's backbone infrastructure remains FTTC-based. For S32 residents and house-hunters in Derbyshire Dales, superfast broadband should be treated as the reliable baseline. It suits streaming, browsing and casual remote work. Households with multiple simultaneous video users or frequent large-file transfers should verify gigabit availability before committing.
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
S32 splits into 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S32 1 | 56 | 88% | 9% | 9% |
| S32 2 | 32 | 93% | <1% | <1% |
| S32 3 | 58 | 91% | 26% | 26% |
| S32 4 | 21 | 86% | 49% | 49% |
| S32 5 | 37 | 89% | 9% | 9% |
All S32 1 postcodes (56)
All S32 2 postcodes (32)
All S32 3 postcodes (58)
All S32 4 postcodes (21)
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Living in Derbyshire Dales
S32's speed profile reflects its mixed urban-rural character within Derbyshire Dales. Superfast is reliable and suitable for most household uses, but remote workers or households with multiple video users may find gigabit absence limiting. House-hunters should confirm their exact postcode's available speeds.
Crime per month
0
Average recorded crimes per local statistical area
Remote worker score
92/100
Connectivity and amenities for home working
Family score
79/100
Schools, safety and family amenities
Value score
50/100
What you get for the local price level
S32 broadband FAQs
Why does S32 have so little gigabit compared to urban Sheffield?
S32 spans Derbyshire Dales, a less densely populated area where fibre-to-the-cabinet (superfast) is the main infrastructure. Full fibre gigabit is available to only 16.5% of postcodes.
Is superfast broadband adequate in S32?
For most households, yes. 30-67 Mbps suits streaming, browsing and single video calls. Households with heavy simultaneous users may prefer gigabit if available.
Can I get gigabit in S32?
Only 16.5% of postcodes have full fibre gigabit available. Check your address with your provider to see if you qualify.
Are there postcodes in S32 with poor broadband?
Almost all have superfast or better. A tiny fraction (0.3%) fall short of the Universal Service Obligation, likely isolated premises.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in S32 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