S63 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 1,125 postcodes across 6 sectors in Barnsley.
Full fibre
90%
Gigabit
90%
Superfast
98%
Postcodes
1,125
S63 covers 1,125 Barnsley postcodes with strong fibre at 89.7% gigabit, combined with the highest alternative technology presence among Barnsley postcodes at 21.4%. This reflects a mixed deployment strategy.
Broadband speeds in S63
Share of S63 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 1,125 postcodes in the district.
S63 reaches 98% superfast and 89.7% gigabit across these 1,125 postcodes. The speed profile shows: 89.8% gigabit (rounding), 8.2% superfast (30-300 Mbps), 0% below USO. A substantial alternative technology presence at 21.4% suggests deliberately different deployment strategies in parts of this postcode district. This indicates areas where fibre was unavailable or deemed uneconomical, with alternative solutions deployed instead. The fibre footprint is strong, reaching nearly nine in ten premises. S63 serves a community with mixed broadband access patterns: most have gigabit fibre, but one in five rely on alternative connectivity solutions. For residents in fibre areas, gigabit delivers capacity for simultaneous streaming, gaming, and work from home. For those using alternative technologies, speeds vary according to the specific infrastructure.
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
21%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
S63 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S63 0 | 240 | 100% | 92% | 92% |
| S63 5 | 15 | 53% | 53% | 53% |
| S63 6 | 247 | 99% | 88% | 88% |
| S63 7 | 245 | 96% | 89% | 89% |
| S63 8 | 180 | 100% | 89% | 89% |
| S63 9 | 198 | 99% | 95% | 95% |
All S63 0 postcodes (240)
All S63 5 postcodes (15)
All S63 6 postcodes (247)
All S63 7 postcodes (245)
All S63 8 postcodes (180)
All S63 9 postcodes (198)
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Living in Barnsley
S63 serves a community with mixed broadband access: most have gigabit fibre, but a significant minority rely on alternatives. Broadband type depends heavily on specific postcode location.
Crime per month
1
Average recorded crimes per local statistical area
Remote worker score
99/100
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
S63 broadband FAQs
What's the difference between S63's fibre and alternative technology coverage?
Fibre reaches gigabit; alternative technologies typically deliver varying speeds depending on infrastructure type. If your postcode has fibre, expect gigabit; otherwise, speeds vary.
Why is S63 so reliant on alternative technologies compared to other Barnsley postcodes?
21.4% suggests areas of S63 where fibre was unavailable or deployment was uneconomical. Alternative solutions were the practical coverage approach.
Is alternative technology adequate for typical household use?
For light browsing and streaming, often yes. For multiple simultaneous users, video conferencing, or large downloads, performance varies compared to fibre.
How does S63 rank within Barnsley?
S63 at 89.7% gigabit outperforms S35, S36, and S74, but has more alternative technology than most. It represents a middle ground in Barnsley connectivity.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in S63 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