S70 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 1,228 postcodes across 6 sectors in Barnsley.
Full fibre
85%
Gigabit
85%
Superfast
97%
Postcodes
1,228
S70 in Barnsley spans 1,228 postcodes with 85.3% gigabit coverage combined with the highest alternative technology presence in this batch at 42.6%. This represents a unique mixed-technology strategy.
Broadband speeds in S70
Share of S70 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 1,228 postcodes in the district.
S70 reaches 96.9% superfast and 85.3% gigabit across its 1,228 postcodes, the largest Barnsley cluster. The speed profile shows: 85.5% gigabit, 11.4% superfast (30-300 Mbps), 0% below USO. Alternative technologies cover 42.6% of postcodes, far exceeding any other postcode district in this batch. This indicates a deliberate two-track deployment strategy: fibre in denser areas, alternative technologies elsewhere. The result is complete coverage but varied speed tiers. S70 residents in fibre areas enjoy gigabit capacity. Those in alternative technology areas experience different speeds depending on the specific infrastructure deployed. The absence of below-USO premises means universal broadband coverage, though outcomes vary significantly by postcode location.
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
43%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
S70 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S70 1 | 183 | 97% | 79% | 79% |
| S70 2 | 127 | 86% | 53% | 53% |
| S70 3 | 192 | 100% | 94% | 94% |
| S70 4 | 232 | 100% | 97% | 97% |
| S70 5 | 258 | 98% | 87% | 87% |
| S70 6 | 236 | 96% | 88% | 88% |
All S70 1 postcodes (183)
All S70 2 postcodes (127)
All S70 3 postcodes (192)
All S70 4 postcodes (232)
All S70 5 postcodes (258)
All S70 6 postcodes (236)
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Living in Barnsley
S70's mixed technology approach creates distinct market tiers. Fibre premises enjoy gigabit; alternative technology premises get speeds depending on their infrastructure. The choice between these experiences is material for households evaluating relocation.
Crime per month
2
Average recorded crimes per local statistical area
Remote worker score
98/100
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
S70 broadband FAQs
Why does S70 have such high alternative technology coverage?
42.6% suggests large areas where fibre is unavailable or deployment was too costly. Alternative technologies provided faster coverage than waiting for fibre.
What speeds can I expect on S70's alternative technology?
Speeds vary by specific infrastructure type. Typically lower than gigabit but adequate for light browsing and streaming for single users.
Is S70 less desirable than other Barnsley postcodes?
S70's alternative technology prevalence reflects coverage economics. If your postcode has fibre, you are fine; if it has alternatives, expect different speeds.
How can I determine my S70 postcode's broadband type?
Contact ISPs and ask which technologies they offer at your address. The mix of fibre and alternatives means outcomes vary widely across S70.
Neighbouring districts
Check your exact postcode
Every postcode in S70 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