Ofcom data · January 2026

Broadband in High Peak: 85% can get full fibre.

In High Peak, 85.3% of premises can get full fibre (Ofcom, January 2026), above the UK figure of 81%. Gigabit speeds reach 85.3% of premises. Full fibre grew by 6.5 points in six months. It ranks 132nd of 361 council areas for full fibre.

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At a glance

Broadband coverage in High Peak

85.3%can get full fibre40,550 of 47,534 premises. UK: 81%.
85.3%can get gigabitFull fibre plus upgraded cable. UK: 87.8%.
97%can get superfast30 Mb or faster from a fixed line. UK: 97.7%.
426cannot get 10 Mb0.9% of premises. They can ask for an upgrade under the USO.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations, January 2026 data (published May 2026). Contains Ofcom data © Ofcom 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0.
What this means for you

Three things to know before you choose

Better than most of the UK

85.3% can get full fibre, above the UK figure, but about 6,984 premises still cannot. Check your exact address first.

Gigabit mostly means full fibre

Here, gigabit coverage (85.3%) comes mainly from full fibre, so faster uploads usually come with it.

Most people have not switched

Only 43% of premises that can get full fibre use it. If your street has it, you may get more speed for a similar price.

Compared

High Peak vs the East Midlands, England and the UK

Full fibre
High Peak85.3%
East Midlands84.4%
England81.3%
UK81%
Gigabit
High Peak85.3%
East Midlands89.3%
England88.4%
UK87.8%
Superfast
High Peak97%
East Midlands98%
England97.8%
UK97.7%
Take-up
High Peak43%
East Midlands41.7%
England46.2%
UK47.1%

Region, nation and UK figures are totals of all council areas, weighted by premises. Take-up is the share of premises with full fibre available that use it.

Six-month change

How fast High Peak is catching up

Full fibre

78.8%→85.3%+6.5 pts

July 2025 to January 2026. 65th biggest rise of 359 councils.

Gigabit

78.8%→85.3%+6.5 pts

Gigabit coverage includes full fibre and upgraded cable.

Rank for full fibre

132of 361

105 of 296 in England. Full league table →

Take-up

Most homes that can get full fibre in High Peak haven’t switched

Of every 100 premises, 85 can get full fibre and 37 use it. That is a take-up of 43%, against 47.1% across the UK.

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Nearby

Neighbouring council areas

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Full fibre in High Peak and nearby council areas
CouncilFull fibreGigabitChange*
Oldham94.1%97.2%+0.8 pts
Kirklees92.9%95.2%+1.8 pts
Tameside92.2%95.1%+1.8 pts
Stockport87.6%94.9%+2.9 pts
Manchester86.7%90%+2.0 pts
High Peak85.3%85.3%+6.5 pts

The five nearest council areas, sorted by full fibre. * Change in full fibre since July 2025, percentage points.

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FAQ

Broadband in High Peak: common questions

Is full fibre available in High Peak?

Yes, for 85.3% of premises in January 2026 (40,550 homes and businesses), according to Ofcom. Coverage varies street by street, so check your postcode.

What is the fastest broadband in High Peak?

85.3% of premises can get gigabit speeds of about 1,000 Mb, from full fibre.

How does High Peak compare with the UK?

Full fibre in High Peak is 4.3 points above the UK figure of 81%. It ranks 132nd of 361 council areas.

Can I get help if my broadband in High Peak is very slow?

Yes. 426 premises in High Peak cannot get 10 Mb. They can request a better connection under the Universal Service Obligation, free up to £3,400.

Coverage and take-up: Ofcom Connected Nations, January 2026 data, Open Government Licence v3.0. Region and location: Office for National Statistics, OGL v3.0. Methodology →

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