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Broadband in Stranraer and the Rhins
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Broadband Types Available in Stranraer and the Rhins
| Type | Status | Download | Upload |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Broadband | Not available | — | — |
| Superfast Broadband | Available | 36 Mbps | 20 Mbps |
| Ultrafast / Full Fibre | Available | 900 Mbps | 900 Mbps |
| Mobile Broadband | Available | N/A | N/A |
Best option in Stranraer and the Rhins
Superfast broadband (FTTC) is the best fixed-line option currently available in Stranraer and the Rhins. Typical download speeds are around 64 Mbps, which is fast enough for 4K streaming, video calls and working from home.
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About Broadband in Stranraer and the Rhins
Stranraer and the Rhins is in Dumfries and Galloway. Superfast broadband (FTTC) is available here, with typical download speeds of around 64 Mbps, below the UK average of 69 Mbps. Full fibre has not yet reached most of the area, though coverage is expanding steadily across the country. For most households, superfast speeds are plenty for streaming, video calls and working from home.
Standard broadband runs over the copper phone network. Speeds depend on your distance from the telephone exchange and typically range from around 5 Mbps to 20 Mbps.
Superfast broadband (FTTC) uses a fibre optic cable to your street cabinet, then copper for the final stretch to your home. Most urban and suburban areas can get speeds of 35 to 80 Mbps.
Full fibre (FTTP) runs fibre optic cable all the way into your home. It is the fastest and most reliable option available, with speeds from 100 Mbps upwards.