SM5 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 698 postcodes across 4 sectors in Sutton.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
92%
Superfast
98%
Postcodes
698
SM5 covers 698 postcodes in Reigate and Banstead with strong broadband fundamentals. Gigabit reaches 92%, and no postcodes fall below the USO floor.
Broadband speeds in SM5
Share of SM5 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 698 postcodes in the district.
Gigabit availability reaches 92%, nearly universal cable coverage across the district. Superfast is 97.9%, exceeding UK norms. The speed distribution is concentrated: 92% of postcodes sit at 300+ Mbps, 5.9% at 30 to 300 Mbps, and 0.2% below 10 Mbps. This near-perfect distribution reflects mature cable infrastructure. Low premises density relative to coverage means providers have economic incentive to serve all areas fully. No full fibre is recorded; cable delivers all gigabit capacity. Households in Reigate face minimal speed constraints when selecting broadband. The practical decision becomes choosing among cable ISP options and commercial terms.
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
SM5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SM5 1 | 197 | 100% | 0% | 99% |
| SM5 2 | 219 | 99% | 0% | 93% |
| SM5 3 | 160 | 100% | 0% | 90% |
| SM5 4 | 122 | 90% | 0% | 83% |
All SM5 1 postcodes (197)
All SM5 2 postcodes (219)
All SM5 3 postcodes (160)
All SM5 4 postcodes (122)
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Living in Sutton
SM5's 698 postcodes span suburban Reigate and Banstead. High gigabit and nearly zero below-USO instances indicate a well-planned service area.
Remote worker score
55/100
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
SM5 broadband FAQs
What's the gigabit coverage like in Reigate?
In SM5, it is excellent. 92% of postcodes support gigabit, making it one of the region's strongest performers.
Are all postcodes connected?
Only 0.2% sit below 10 Mbps. Nearly 98% reach superfast. Effective universal coverage.
Why such high gigabit penetration?
Cable networks are mature and extensively deployed. The locality is economically well-served, with few remote or marginal premises.
Is there fibre infrastructure?
No full fibre is recorded. Cable delivers all gigabit capability in SM5.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in SM5 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