ST1 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 908 postcodes across 6 sectors in Stoke-on-Trent.
Gigabit
72%
Superfast
87%
Postcodes
908
ST1 in Stoke-on-Trent spans 908 postcodes with 72% gigabit, a marked drop from Southern England. Below-10Mbps postcodes appear at 0.7%.
Broadband speeds in ST1
Share of ST1 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 908 postcodes in the district.
Gigabit reaches 72% of ST1, representing connectivity that varies markedly within the postcode. The split is clear: 72% on gigabit networks, 15.1% in the 30 to 300Mbps band, and 0.7% below 10Mbps. Full fibre data is unavailable (marked null), so the 72% likely combines cable and other ultrafast technologies. Superfast is accessible to 87.1%, leaving 12.9% without legal-minimum speeds. Stoke-on-Trent's infrastructure shows investment variation. The speed stratification is visible. Some clusters have premium speeds; others remain on older networks. Real-world performance would depend strongly on property address.
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
ST1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST1 1 | 67 | 35% | TBC | 8% |
| ST1 2 | 123 | 99% | TBC | 84% |
| ST1 3 | 186 | 93% | TBC | 64% |
| ST1 4 | 121 | 83% | TBC | 76% |
| ST1 5 | 156 | 76% | TBC | 57% |
| ST1 6 | 255 | 99% | TBC | 96% |
All ST1 1 postcodes (67)
All ST1 2 postcodes (123)
All ST1 3 postcodes (186)
All ST1 4 postcodes (121)
All ST1 5 postcodes (156)
All ST1 6 postcodes (255)
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Living in Stoke-on-Trent
No house price data. The 0.7% below 10Mbps and 12.9% lacking Superfast indicate real connectivity inequality.
Remote worker score
53/100
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
ST1 broadband FAQs
What's the typical broadband speed in ST1?
Gigabit reaches 72%, but 15.1% sit in the 30 to 300Mbps band and 0.7% below 10Mbps.
Are there postcodes in ST1 without Superfast access?
Yes. 12.9% lack Superfast, including the 0.7% below 10Mbps.
How does ST1 compare to postcodes in the South East?
Significantly slower. Other urban postcodes routinely exceed 85% gigabit; ST1 manages 72%.
Should I verify broadband before moving to ST1?
Absolutely. Speed varies widely, and some addresses may lack Superfast entirely.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in ST1 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