S40 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 982 postcodes across 4 sectors in Chesterfield.
Full fibre
88%
Gigabit
88%
Superfast
99%
Postcodes
982
Chesterfield's S40 postcode district offers strong broadband performance, with 88% gigabit availability serving 982 postcodes. This represents a well-developed fibre market across the area.
Broadband speeds in S40
Share of S40 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 982 postcodes in the district.
S40 delivers superfast to 98.7% of premises and gigabit to 88%. The speed distribution tilts heavily towards gigabit with 88% of premises able to reach those speeds, whilst 10.7% fall into the 30-300 Mbps superfast bracket. No postcodes fall below USO, indicating complete coverage. This postcode district reflects Chesterfield's urban character, with high gigabit penetration indicating substantial FTTP investment. The 10.7% remaining on superfast networks likely represents either properties served by copper-based superfast infrastructure or minor coverage gaps where fibre deployment has not yet reached. Across these 982 postcodes, residents in gigabit areas enjoy multi-user capacity for streaming, gaming, and work from home smoothly. Those in superfast areas still access adequate speeds for most domestic uses, though real-time high-bandwidth activities may show constraints.
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
S40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S40 1 | 169 | 94% | 70% | 70% |
| S40 2 | 284 | 99% | 86% | 86% |
| S40 3 | 231 | 100% | 99% | 99% |
| S40 4 | 298 | 100% | 92% | 92% |
All S40 1 postcodes (169)
All S40 2 postcodes (284)
All S40 3 postcodes (231)
All S40 4 postcodes (298)
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Living in Chesterfield
S40's strong fibre footprint makes it attractive for households prioritising connectivity. With gigabit reaching most residents, there is genuine choice and reduced risk that broadband will constrain property value or long-term household plans.
Crime per month
1
Average recorded crimes per local statistical area
Remote worker score
99/100
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
S40 broadband FAQs
How widespread is gigabit access in S40?
88% of premises can access gigabit speeds. If your postcode is in that coverage, FTTP or equivalent high-speed cable is available.
What about the 10.7% without gigabit?
These premises fall into the superfast tier, still well above the USO minimum and suitable for most household uses.
Is S40 better connected than S41, the other Chesterfield district?
They are closely matched. S40 has gigabit reaching most residents, as does S41. Both are well-served by modern fibre networks with little practical difference for most users.
Will more premises get gigabit in the near term?
Ofcom data is current to the survey date. Future expansion would depend on provider plans or government subsidy; no public timeline exists for specific postcode coverage growth.
Neighbouring districts
Check your exact postcode
Every postcode in S40 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