SY11 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 978 postcodes across 4 sectors in Shropshire.
Full fibre
76%
Gigabit
76%
Superfast
94%
Postcodes
978
SY11 is a large district of 978 postcodes in Shropshire offering better rural connectivity than many peers. Three-quarters of the district can access gigabit speeds, and fixed wireless covers 46.5%.
Broadband speeds in SY11
Share of SY11 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 978 postcodes in the district.
Superfast broadband reaches 93.8% of postcodes, with gigabit-capable networks at 76%. Real-world speeds show 78.5% of premises enjoy 300 Mbps-plus downloads. Fixed wireless access extends to 46.5% of postcodes, providing alternatives where fibre is not deployed. Only 0.2% of postcodes fall below USO coverage. The 978-postcode district is one of Shropshire's largest, and its connectivity reflects meaningful infrastructure investment. The combination of gigabit and fixed wireless means most residents have access to modern speeds regardless of infrastructure type. This diversity of technology is valuable in large rural areas where universal gigabit deployment is not cost-effective.
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
47%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
SY11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SY11 1 | 244 | 100% | 83% | 83% |
| SY11 2 | 312 | 100% | 89% | 89% |
| SY11 3 | 215 | 92% | 82% | 82% |
| SY11 4 | 207 | 80% | 43% | 43% |
All SY11 1 postcodes (244)
All SY11 2 postcodes (312)
All SY11 3 postcodes (215)
All SY11 4 postcodes (207)
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Living in Shropshire
SY11 demonstrates that rural connectivity need not lag far behind urban areas. The availability of both gigabit networks and fixed wireless options gives residents meaningful choice.
Remote worker score
50/100
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
SY11 broadband FAQs
How does SY11's gigabit availability compare to other Welsh border areas?
At 76%, SY11's gigabit reach is above average for Shropshire, benefiting from targeted network investment.
What speeds are most common in SY11?
78.5% of premises achieve 300 Mbps or faster; 15.2% receive 30-300 Mbps.
Is fixed wireless significant in SY11?
Yes, it's available to 46.5% of postcodes, extending coverage where gigabit infrastructure hasn't reached.
How large is the SY11 district?
978 postcodes, making it one of the larger districts in Shropshire.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in SY11 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