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Broadband in S81 8GP

Blyth, Bassetlaw

Superfast broadband covers 100% of premises here.

Best speed300 Mbps
StandardSuperfastGigabit
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 17 March 2026

Flood Risk

Data pending

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

300 Mbps

Reviewed by Sage MitchellData last verified: 17 March 2026

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Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

The best available speed at S81 8GP is 300 Mbps. That covers your 14 Mbps estimate.

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)100%
100%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)100%
100%
30-80 Mbps
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)0%
0%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)0%
0%
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit0%
0%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at S81 8GP

100%
30–300 Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at S81 8GP

Below USO (can't get 10/1 Mbps)0%
Unable to receive 30 Mbps (no superfast)0%
Next Generation Access (NGA) coverage100%

Fibre-to-cabinet or better

Decent broadband via Fixed Wireless (FWA)0%

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Mobile coverage

4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

4G Outdoor

99%

4G Indoor

85%

5G Outdoor

0%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 · Data at local authority area level

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 1

violent crime100%1

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Area demographics

Data for LSOA:

Population

N/A

Census 2021

Density

N/A

per km² · Unknown

Median Age

N/A

years (est.)

Census 2021 (ONS)

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01028000

Overall IMD Decile

N/A / 10

N/A

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
IncomeN/AN/AN/A
EmploymentN/AN/AN/A
EducationN/AN/AN/A
HealthN/AN/AN/A
CrimeN/AN/AN/A
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

🚂

Woodhouse

12.2 mi

by road

🚂

Rotherham Central

13.0 mi

by road

🚂

Darnall

14.8 mi

by road

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Bassetlaw

C

Most common: Band C

1,841/yr · Bassetlaw

A
30%£1,381
B
25%£1,611
C
20%£1,841
D
15%£2,071
E
5%£2,531
F
3%£2,991
G
2%£3,452

Annual council tax estimates for Bassetlaw, 2024/25

VOA 2025

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Living near S81 8GP

This is the area guide for S81 8GP, located in Blyth (Bassetlaw). It covers connectivity, property, safety, and local services. Every claim links back to a specific data point.

Superfast coverage here stands at 100%. That is above the UK average of 93%. The maximum download speed recorded is 300 Mbps Mbps. That is well above the UK average of 69 Mbps.

Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 100% of the area. 0% of connections can achieve 300 Mbps or faster.

1 crimes were reported near S81 8GP in the most recent month. The level is relatively low for England and Wales. The most common category was violent crime. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level.

The most common council tax band near S81 8GP is Band C. The billing authority is Bassetlaw.

Coverage data includes EE,O2,Three,Vodafone.

Suitability scores for S81 8GP: remote working 95/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Strong broadband makes this area well suited to home working.

Broadband availability varies by provider. Check coverage tools from BT, Virgin Media, and local operators. Compare contract lengths and total costs, not just headline speeds.

Blyth offers a mix of local amenities and residential properties. The character of the area is best judged by visiting in person.

Data sources include Ofcom (broadband), Land Registry (house prices), Police.uk (crime), Ofsted (schools), Environment Agency (flood risk), and Open-Meteo (air quality). Council tax data comes from the Valuation Office Agency. EPC data is from DLUHC. Transport data uses NaPTAN. All figures are the latest available at the time of writing.

Data is a starting point. Walk the streets at different times. Test your mobile signal. Check parking, noise, and the feel of the area. Some things only a visit can reveal.

This covers the key data for S81 8GP. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. Check back periodically as data updates. For area-wide trends, see the Blyth district page.

More local data is being added for this postcode

This page already has postcode-specific content, and more data-backed sections will appear as the remaining local datasets finish processing.

Frequently asked questions about S81 8GP

What are the broadband speeds available at S81 8GP?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at S81 8GP. Maximum download speeds reach 300 Mbps Mbps.

What is the average house price near S81 8GP?

No recent house price data is available for S81 8GP.

What schools are nearby in the S81 8GP area?

School data for S81 8GP is being updated. Check the Get Information About Schools service for the latest.

How does crime rate in S81 8GP compare to other areas?

1 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.

How suitable is S81 8GP for remote working?

S81 8GP scores 95/100 for remote working suitability. Strong broadband makes it well suited.

What is the mobile signal like at S81 8GP?

Mobile coverage data for S81 8GP is being updated. Check Ofcom coverage maps for the latest.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near S81 8GP?

EPC data for S81 8GP is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at S81 8GP?

The most common council tax band near S81 8GP is Band C. The billing authority is Bassetlaw.

How accessible are GP surgeries near S81 8GP?

GP surgery data for S81 8GP is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near S81 8GP?

Transport data for S81 8GP is being updated.

Is S81 8GP a suitable area for families?

S81 8GP scores 80/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.

What is the air quality like at S81 8GP?

Air quality data for S81 8GP is being updated.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from S81 8GP?

EV charging data for S81 8GP is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at S81 8GP?

Full fibre availability at S81 8GP is being updated. Check Openreach for the latest rollout status.

Area suitability scores

S81 8GP

Remote Worker

95

Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.

Family

80

Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.

Value for Money

50

Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.

Map

Area info

Parish

Blyth

District

Bassetlaw

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01028000

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