SA1 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 1,195 postcodes across 8 sectors in Swansea.
Gigabit
88%
Superfast
98%
Postcodes
1,195
Neath Port Talbot's SA1 spans 1,195 postcodes with strong ultrafast coverage at 89.4% but no full-fibre data recorded. Gigabit technology reaches 88%, primarily via cable networks.
Broadband speeds in SA1
Share of SA1 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 1,195 postcodes in the district.
Superfast covers 97.6% of postcodes. Ultrafast (300 Mbps or faster) reaches 89.4%, supported by gigabit-capable infrastructure at 88%. Note that full fibre data is absent; the gigabit penetration reflects cable networks and any fibre segments recorded separately. Fixed wireless supplements the fixed network at 27.2%, an important safety net in terrain-challenged South Wales. Measured real-world speeds reflect the infrastructure deployed: 89.4% of postcodes hit 300 Mbps or faster, 8.2% sit between 30 and 300 Mbps, and just 0.3% lag below the universal service obligation. The three-technology mix cable, fibre, and fixed wireless suggests mature infrastructure serving most households with multiple viable options.
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
27%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
SA1 splits into 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SA1 1 | 142 | 96% | TBC | 74% |
| SA1 2 | 149 | 98% | TBC | 94% |
| SA1 3 | 134 | 98% | TBC | 80% |
| SA1 4 | 99 | 98% | TBC | 90% |
| SA1 5 | 92 | 99% | TBC | 77% |
| SA1 6 | 270 | 100% | TBC | 98% |
| SA1 7 | 142 | 98% | TBC | 95% |
| SA1 8 | 167 | 93% | TBC | 85% |
All SA1 1 postcodes (142)
All SA1 2 postcodes (149)
All SA1 3 postcodes (134)
All SA1 4 postcodes (99)
All SA1 5 postcodes (92)
All SA1 6 postcodes (270)
All SA1 7 postcodes (142)
All SA1 8 postcodes (167)
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Living in Swansea
The absence of full-fibre data suggests cable is carrying the gigabit story here. Fixed wireless's 27% reach is valuable for households in topographically challenging pockets; performance tends to be stable in coastal and valley areas.
Remote worker score
54/100
Connectivity and amenities for home working
Family score
50/100
Schools, safety and family amenities
Value score
50/100
What you get for the local price level
SA1 broadband FAQs
What technology delivers gigabit speeds in SA1 Neath Port Talbot?
Gigabit coverage reaches 88%, primarily via cable networks since full fibre data is unavailable. Check your postcode to confirm your provider type.
Is fixed wireless available as a backup here?
Fixed wireless covers 27.2% of postcodes, making it a plausible option if fixed-line infrastructure isn't ready. Performance is often competitive with entry-level fibre.
What's the proportion in the slower 30 to 300 Mbps tier?
8.2% of postcodes sit between 30 and 300 Mbps. Households here can handle streaming and web work but may notice lag during peak hours or with multiple heavy users.
Which postcodes fall short of superfast speed?
Just 2.4% sit below 30 Mbps superfast. Check your postcode; you may qualify for government support schemes.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in SA1 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