Best Postcodes for Broadband in East Midlands
Ordered by the share of premises that can order a gigabit-capable connection.
What this ranks on: the share of premises in each sector that can order a gigabit-capable connection. That is availability, not the speed delivered to any particular address. It is not a judgement about where is a good place to live, and AreaIQ Places does not score areas. Broadband and mobile checker (Ofcom) →
| # | Sector | Gigabit coverage | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DE24 1Derby | 100% gigabit | Open report → |
| 2 | DE5 4 | 100% gigabit | Open report → |
| 3 | DE7 9Ilkeston | 100% gigabit | Open report → |
| 4 | DE74 0Derby | 100% gigabit | Open report → |
| 5 | DN22 4Retford | 100% gigabit | Open report → |
| 6 | LE1 9 | 100% gigabit | Open report → |
| 7 | LE10 9 | 100% gigabit | Open report → |
| 8 | LE16 0 | 100% gigabit | Open report → |
| 9 | LE67 0 | 100% gigabit | Open report → |
| 10 | LE7 6Leicester | 100% gigabit | Open report → |
| 11 | LN1 6Lincoln | 100% gigabit | Open report → |
| 12 | NG11 9Nottingham | 100% gigabit | Open report → |
| 13 | NG18 6Mansfield | 100% gigabit | Open report → |
| 14 | NG2 9 | 100% gigabit | Open report → |
| 15 | NG6 9Nottingham | 100% gigabit | Open report → |
| 16 | NG80 1 | 100% gigabit | Open report → |
| 17 | NG90 6 | 100% gigabit | Open report → |
| 18 | NN1 9 | 100% gigabit | Open report → |
| 19 | NN12 9 | 100% gigabit | Open report → |
| 20 | NN16 6 | 100% gigabit | Open report → |
| 21 | NN8 9 | 100% gigabit | Open report → |
| 22 | SK13 9 | 100% gigabit | Open report → |
| 23 | LE3 6Leicester | 99.9% gigabit | Open report → |
| 24 | LE5 2Leicester | 99.9% gigabit | Open report → |
| 25 | LE5 5Leicester | 99.9% gigabit | Open report → |
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations, Spring 2026, Open Government Licence v3. Data file refreshed 24 June 2026. Figures describe whole postcode sectors, never a single address or street.
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Questions
Which postcodes have the best broadband in East Midlands?
Coverage comes from Ofcom Connected Nations. This page orders postcode sectors in East Midlands by the share of premises that can order a gigabit-capable connection. It measures availability, not the speed actually delivered to any address, and it says nothing about price. Check a specific address on the Ofcom checker before committing to a property.
Is gigabit broadband available in East Midlands?
Coverage is expanding rapidly across the UK. Some rural areas of East Midlands may still rely on ADSL or FTTC (superfast). The rankings below show where gigabit is most widely available. Always check your specific address with a broadband provider before committing to a property.