WF4 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 1,255 postcodes across 6 sectors in Wakefield.
Full fibre
0%
Gigabit
89%
Superfast
97%
Postcodes
1,255
Barnsley WF4 spans 1,255 postcodes with solid gigabit penetration at 89%. Wireless technology reaches 58.9% of addresses, providing dual pathway deployment.
Broadband speeds in WF4
Share of WF4 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 1,255 postcodes in the district.
The 1,255 postcodes show gigabit availability at 89%, with 7.4% in the 30 to 300 Mbps tier and 0.9% below 10 Mbps. Below USO coverage is zero. Wireless technology (58.9%) is notably strong, serving as a critical secondary platform for postcodes without terrestrial gigabit. The combined fibre and cable plus wireless technology architecture means most premises have genuine choice of delivery technology. Network investment across Barnsley prioritises gigabit terrestrial deployment in primary centres, with wireless technology providing substantial supplementary coverage for postcodes still awaiting terrestrial network completion.
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
59%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
WF4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF4 1 | 235 | 97% | TBC | 94% |
| WF4 2 | 201 | 96% | TBC | 82% |
| WF4 3 | 213 | 99% | 0% | 91% |
| WF4 4 | 279 | 93% | 0% | 85% |
| WF4 5 | 187 | 98% | 0% | 89% |
| WF4 6 | 140 | 100% | 0% | 96% |
All WF4 1 postcodes (235)
All WF4 2 postcodes (201)
All WF4 3 postcodes (213)
All WF4 4 postcodes (279)
All WF4 5 postcodes (187)
All WF4 6 postcodes (140)
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Living in Wakefield
Barnsley WF4 offers multiple pathways to high speed connectivity. The 89% gigabit rate ensures most can plan around fibre or cable. The 58.9% wireless technology coverage means the 11% non gigabit segment mostly has wireless alternatives, reducing reliance on single technology availability.
Crime per month
0
Average recorded crimes per local statistical area
Remote worker score
54/100
Connectivity and amenities for home working
Family score
51/100
Schools, safety and family amenities
Value score
50/100
What you get for the local price level
WF4 broadband FAQs
How does Barnsley WF4's wireless technology rate compare within the WF batch?
At 58.9%, WF4 ranks fourth highest, indicating substantial wireless technology investment alongside terrestrial networks.
What's the likelihood a WF4 postcode has both gigabit and wireless technology options?
Both available to some postcodes; 89% have fibre and cable gigabit and 58.9% have wireless technology. Overlap is common for non gigabit addresses.
Are the 7.4% in the 30 to 300 Mbps band typically served by wireless technology?
Often yes. Many of these postcodes will have wireless technology alternatives enabling gigabit upgrade.
Does Barnsley WF4 provide genuine infrastructure choice?
Yes. The combination of 89% fibre and cable gigabit and 58.9% wireless technology gives residents actual delivery method choice rather than technology constraints.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in WF4 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