SW16 postcode

Broadband in SW16 1RD

Lambeth, Lambeth

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Full fibre (FTTP) covers 88% of premises here.

Best speed1000 Mbps
StandardSuperfastGigabit
Compare Broadband Deals →

Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 5 March 2026

Flood Risk

Data pending

Fibre (FTTP)

Yes (88%)

Best speed

1000 Mbps

Reviewed by Rex BlackwellData last verified: 5 March 2026

Speed Calculator

Adjust the options below to see how much broadband speed your household needs.

2
18

HD uses ~5 Mbps per person. 4K uses ~25 Mbps.

Each person on calls needs around 10 Mbps.

Competitive gaming needs low latency as much as raw speed.

Cameras, thermostats, speakers and similar devices each use a few Mbps.

Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

Gigabit broadband (1000 Mbps) is available at SW16 1RD. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.

Compare Deals in SW16 1RD

Speed Test

Check your current download speed and see how it compares to what is available at SW16 1RD.

The test downloads a 2 MB file from our server and measures how long it takes.

This test measures download speed only. Results vary depending on network conditions.

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)88%
88%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)88%
88%
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit88%
88%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at SW16 1RD

30–300 Mbps (13%)
300+ Mbps (88%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at SW16 1RD

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: 0

Compare broadband in SW16 1RD

Find the best broadband packages available at your address.

Compare Deals Now

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: E01003119

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

🚂

Clapham Junction

2.9 mi

by road

🚂

Wimbledon

3.2 mi

by road

🚂

Croydon

4.1 mi

by road

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Lambeth

C

Most common: Band C

1,841/yr · Lambeth

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
1%£3,452
H
1%£4,142

Annual council tax estimates for Lambeth, 2024/25

VOA 2025

Ready to switch? See what's available at your address.

Check Deals

Living near SW16 1RD

Looking at SW16 1RD in Lambeth? Here is what the data says. From broadband coverage to crime rates, this is the full picture. All numbers are from official sources. The guide is updated as new data becomes available.

100% of premises at SW16 1RD can access superfast broadband. The UK average is 93%. This postcode meets or exceeds that benchmark. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 87.5% of properties. That is solid coverage for bandwidth-heavy households. Gigabit-capable connections cover 87.5% of premises. Most homes can access gigabit speeds if they choose to. Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 87.5% of addresses. That puts this postcode ahead of much of the country. The maximum download speed recorded is 1000 Mbps. That is well above the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

Here is how broadband speeds break down across premises at SW16 1RD. 12.5% of connections fall in the 30 to 300 Mbps range. 87.5% 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. Over half of connections exceed 300 Mbps. That supports multiple 4K streams, large file transfers, and cloud gaming without issue.

Translating the numbers at SW16 1RD into daily use gives a clearer picture. Multiple 4K streams can run simultaneously. Netflix, Disney+, and iPlayer should all work without buffering even with several devices active. Remote working is viable here. Video conferencing, cloud documents, and VPN connections should all perform well.

FWA broadband has not reached SW16 1RD yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.

0% of premises at SW16 1RD 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.

0 crimes were reported near SW16 1RD in the most recent month. The level is relatively low. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

The nearest train station to SW16 1RD is Clapham Junction, 2.9 miles away. A short drive or cycle gets you to the platform. Bus links may also connect. Wimbledon is the next closest at 3.2 miles. Croydon offers another option at 4.1 miles.

Properties around SW16 1RD most commonly fall into council tax Band C. The billing authority is Lambeth. The three most common bands are A (30%), B (25%), C (20%). Band A corresponds to 1991 property values of up to £40,000. Current values are typically much higher. The concentration in lower bands suggests a mix of smaller and mid-range properties.

4G outdoor coverage at SW16 1RD reaches 99%. Indoor 4G drops to 85%. Some signal loss indoors is normal. Most calls and data should still work inside. 5G has not yet reached this postcode. Coverage is expanding but remains concentrated in urban centres. Coverage data covers EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Check each operator individually, as coverage varies by network.

Suitability scores for SW16 1RD: remote working 100/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Strong broadband makes this area well suited to home working.

The local authority for SW16 1RD is Lambeth. The SW16 postcode area contains 1312 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across SW16 ranges from 0% to 100%. SW16 1RD is close to the area average of 99%.

How does SW16 1RD compare to its neighbours? SW16 6NW (0.09 miles, Lambeth) has 100% superfast coverage and 40% gigabit. SW16 1QY (0.09 miles, Lambeth) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. SW16 1QP (0.08 miles, Lambeth) has 100% superfast coverage and 37.2% gigabit. SW16 6LQ (0.13 miles, Lambeth) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

Not every property at SW16 1RD gets the same speeds. Run a postcode check with each provider before signing up. Headline speeds are not guarantees. Where full fibre is available, it typically offers faster and more reliable service than part-fibre connections. Compare contract lengths, total costs over the term, and exit fees. The cheapest monthly rate is not always the best deal.

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

What does all of this mean for someone considering SW16 1RD? Both fixed and mobile connectivity are strong. Backup options exist if one connection fails.

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.

Numbers tell part of the story for SW16 1RD. Visit at different times of day. Talk to neighbours. Check mobile signal indoors. Walk the route to the nearest school or station. Test the broadband speed from inside the property. These things do not show up in data.

SW16 1RD in Lambeth: broadband, house prices, crime, schools, and more. All from verified sources. Run a speed test above for a live reading. Compare with nearby postcodes to see how this area stacks up against its neighbours.

Frequently asked questions about SW16 1RD

What are the broadband speeds available at SW16 1RD?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at SW16 1RD. Maximum download speeds reach 1000 Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 87.5%.

What is the average house price near SW16 1RD?

No recent house price data is available for SW16 1RD.

What schools are nearby in the SW16 1RD area?

School data for SW16 1RD is being updated. Check the Get Information About Schools service for the latest.

How does crime rate in SW16 1RD compare to other areas?

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

How suitable is SW16 1RD for remote working?

SW16 1RD scores 100/100 for remote working suitability. Strong broadband makes it well suited.

What is the mobile signal like at SW16 1RD?

4G outdoor coverage at SW16 1RD is 99%. 5G reaches 0%. Indoor coverage may be lower.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near SW16 1RD?

EPC data for SW16 1RD is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at SW16 1RD?

The most common council tax band near SW16 1RD is Band C. The billing authority is Lambeth.

How accessible are GP surgeries near SW16 1RD?

GP surgery data for SW16 1RD is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near SW16 1RD?

The nearest train station to SW16 1RD is Clapham Junction, 2.9 miles away. Wimbledon is also nearby.

Is SW16 1RD a suitable area for families?

SW16 1RD scores 80/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.

What is the air quality like at SW16 1RD?

Air quality data for SW16 1RD is being updated.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from SW16 1RD?

EV charging data for SW16 1RD is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at SW16 1RD?

Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 87.5% of premises at SW16 1RD. Check with BT, Virgin Media, or local operators for availability.

Area suitability scores

SW16 1RD

Remote Worker

100

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

Lambeth

District

Lambeth

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01003119

Best deals

Compare broadband deals in SW16 1RD

Find the best packages from UK providers in minutes.

Check Available Deals

Broadband deals for SW16 1RD

Compare Deals