Broadband in PR3 5DL

Broughton is home to PR3 5DL. Whether you live here or plan to move, the data below paints a clear picture. Broadband, schools, crime, house prices, and local services all follow. The numbers speak for themselves.

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at PR3 5DL stands at 100%. That is above the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 25% of properties. Fewer than half of homes here can get ultrafast speeds. Gigabit-capable connections cover 25% of premises. Gigabit is available but not yet widespread at this postcode.

Looking at the full speed profile for PR3 5DL gives a better picture of what to expect. 75% of connections fall in the 30 to 300 Mbps range. 25% of connections fall in the 300 Mbps or faster range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls. 25% of premises can hit 300 Mbps or more. That is enough for demanding multi-device households.

Here is how the broadband at PR3 5DL maps against common household needs. Most premises have superfast speeds. Remote working with video calls and cloud tools should be manageable for most households.

FWA broadband has not reached PR3 5DL yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.

0% of premises at PR3 5DL fall below the Universal Service Obligation of 10 Mbps. Every property here meets the minimum standard. That is not the case everywhere. Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 100% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.

Flood risk at PR3 5DL is rated Low. Minor precautions may be worth considering. Check with insurers about any loading on premiums.

The three most common bands are D (25%), C (20%), E (20%). Band D corresponds to 1991 property values of £68,001 to £88,000. Current values are typically much higher. The spread across mid-range bands suggests a varied housing stock.

4G outdoor coverage at PR3 5DL reaches 95%. Indoor 4G drops to 85%. Some signal loss indoors is normal. Most calls and data should still work inside. Coverage data covers EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Check each operator individually, as coverage varies by network.

Suitability scores for PR3 5DL: remote working 55/100, family 50/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

PR3 5DL falls within the Preston local authority area. The immediate area is Broughton, a distinct community within the wider district. The PR3 postcode area contains 1409 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across PR3 ranges from 0% to 100%. PR3 5DL is above the area average of 93%.

How does PR3 5DL compare to its neighbours? PR3 5HE (0.03 miles, broughton) has 58.3% superfast coverage and 8.3% gigabit. PR3 5JN (0.04 miles, broughton) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. PR3 5AF (0.05 miles, broughton) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. PR3 5DL has better superfast coverage than its immediate neighbours.

Not every property at PR3 5DL gets the same speeds. Run a postcode check with each provider before signing up. Headline speeds are not guarantees. If fibre is unavailable, consider 4G home broadband or satellite as alternatives. Speeds may still be adequate for most uses. Compare contract lengths, total costs over the term, and exit fees. The cheapest monthly rate is not always the best deal.

Every part of Broughton has its own feel. This data gives you the factual starting point. A visit fills in the rest.

Looking at the overall picture for PR3 5DL, a few things are worth highlighting. Connectivity at PR3 5DL is a strength. Strong broadband coverage gives flexibility for both working and leisure. The area scores well on that front. Preston as a local authority area has its own planning priorities, council services, and infrastructure investment plans. Check the council website for the latest. The data covers what can be measured. Broughton has its own character that numbers alone cannot capture. Use these figures as a filter, then visit to get the full picture.

Data sources include Ofcom (broadband and mobile), 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. Speed distribution figures are from Ofcom Connected Nations. All figures are the latest available at the time of writing.

Data is a starting point for Broughton. Walk the streets at different times. Test your mobile signal. Check parking, noise levels, and the feel of the neighbourhood. Run a speed test on the actual connection. Some things only a visit can reveal.

This covers the key data for PR3 5DL. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. For area-wide trends, see the Broughton hub page. Bookmark this page and check back as new data arrives.