Telecommunications Connectivity Map
In addition to our Annual Monitoring Report, we have also produced a connectivity map using information collected from broadband providers.
This map allows users to view the coverage of all broadband technologies in New Zealand, as well as understand the make up of connections in geographic areas.
How to use the map
- At the top-left of the map users can toggle between coverage, which is where providers have told us that their services are available, and connections, which is a summarised view of the technology choices that consumers have made.
- When viewing coverage, users can look at urban areas (areas where fibre is available), rural areas (where fibre is not available), or both.
- When viewing coverage, users can toggle on/off each technology to see where it is available, where technologies overlap, and where there are gaps.
- There is an address search bar in the top right of the map to allow users to view a particular area.
- When viewing connections, users can select a particular technology and the map will show where that technology has been chosen. The darker the shade of red, the higher the proportion of connections on that technology, compared to other options.
- Users can also click on specific areas of the map for a breakdown of the connections in that area.
Things to note about the map
- Broadband providers supply the data shown on this map. Its accuracy depends on the quality of the data they provided.
- The primary purpose of the map is to provide a view of connectivity in New Zealand at a point in time - all the data is as at 30 June 2024.
- We intend to update the map once a year as part of our monitoring process. We do not make changes throughout the year, so coverage and connection details may have changed since the data was collected.
- To determine whether a land parcel has coverage from a specific wireless broadband technology, we assess the coverage data provided by the service provider. If at least 50% of the parcel falls within the coverage area, we classify the parcel as having coverage. For large land parcels, where the dwelling occupies a small percentage of the land, it is more likely the house is within the coverage area.
- Satellite coverage is not shown on the map. This is because, while in theory, satellite services cover all of New Zealand, they require a clear view of the sky. Trees, buildings, and other obstacles can block the signal, creating local coverage gaps.
- We calculated approximate dwelling counts using data from the LINZ (Land Information New Zealand) data service.
- The map is not inclusive of all providers in New Zealand and some providers were unable to provide data that could be included in the map.
- The map does not show provider names. However, you can find a list of providers below.
- This map may differ from information on broadbandmap.nz or individual provider websites.
- The connections map only shows results for areas with at least 20 connections. If you select an area with fewer connections, it may not display any data.
- The map may take longer to load when you select multiple options at once.
Analysis of the data in the map can be found in our Annual Monitoring Reports.
A list of providers and where they operate can be found below.
If you have any feedback or questions about the map, please contact Market.Regulation@comcom.govt.nz.
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