WN2 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 1,264 postcodes across 5 sectors in Wigan.
Gigabit
93%
Superfast
98%
Postcodes
1,264
Bolton's WN2 spans 1,264 postcodes where gigabit reaches 92.9%. Superfast availability at 98.2% is the highest in the WN batch. This is Bolton's largest outward code.
Broadband speeds in WN2
Share of WN2 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 1,264 postcodes in the district.
WN2 in Bolton shows strong gigabit penetration at 92.9% across its 1,264 postcodes. Ultrafast matches at 93.3%, and superfast reaches 98.2%, the highest in this regional batch. The speed distribution tilts toward high capacity: 93.3% of postcodes reach 300 Mbps or higher through cable or fibre gigabit, just 4.9% are limited to 30 to 300 Mbps superfast, and only 0.3% fall below 10 Mbps. The universal service obligation is unmet in just 0.2% of postcodes. For households choosing WN2, gigabit is the norm. Cable or fibre networks provide consistent, reliable service for households and small businesses. The 4.9% on mid-range superfast can handle general household tasks. The 98.2% superfast baseline means infrastructure is modern across the postcode.
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
WN2 splits into 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN2 1 | 241 | 97% | TBC | 89% |
| WN2 2 | 216 | 99% | TBC | 96% |
| WN2 3 | 256 | 99% | TBC | 94% |
| WN2 4 | 301 | 100% | TBC | 95% |
| WN2 5 | 250 | 97% | TBC | 90% |
All WN2 1 postcodes (241)
All WN2 2 postcodes (216)
All WN2 3 postcodes (256)
All WN2 4 postcodes (301)
All WN2 5 postcodes (250)
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Living in Wigan
WN2's postcode profile shows gigabit concentrated in primary zones with excellent superfast coverage extending to all areas. The 98.2% superfast figure is the highest in the WN batch, indicating extensive infrastructure maturity.
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
WN2 broadband FAQs
What's the gigabit availability in WN2?
92.9% of postcodes reach gigabit speeds. Superfast reaches 98.2%, ensuring all but a handful of postcodes have modern service.
How many postcodes in WN2 have poor connectivity?
Only 0.3% fall below 10 Mbps, and 0.2% miss the universal service floor. This represents a negligible fraction.
What should I expect in the 7.1% without gigabit?
These postcodes typically have 30 to 300 Mbps superfast, which suits general household use including streaming and videoconferencing.
Is WN2 suitable for home-based business?
Yes. At 92.9% gigabit and 98.2% superfast, WN2 provides reliable capacity for remote work and online operations.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in WN2 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