Internet in Babbage Island, WA 6701
Babbage Island is in the middle of a technology transition — NULL serves the majority of its 14 premises, but Satellite at 35.7% represents a significant secondary connection. Internet experience can vary substantially depending on which technology serves your specific address.
Babbage Island has been announced for the NBN FTTP upgrade program — 1 premises (7.1%) are eligible. Households currently on NULL can upgrade to full fibre at no extra infrastructure cost through their internet provider.
Babbage Island is neck and neck with Brockman for the best internet in the area — both offer strong connectivity. East Carnarvon trails with 0% FTTP. Either of the top options would serve most households well.
Data last updated March 2026 · Sources: NBN Co, ABS Census, ACCC
"Mixed — Babbage Island's 14 premises are split across technologies. Internet quality depends heavily on your specific address."
Est. $69–$89/mo for a family (NBN 100)
Score based on technology type, fibre coverage, upgrade status, and connectivity data. Scale: 1 (poor) to 10 (excellent).
The data above shows suburb-wide averages. Your specific address may have different technology or speeds.
NBN Technology Mix
| Technology | Share |
|---|---|
| Fibre to the Node (FTTN) | 7.1% |
| Unassigned (NULL) | 57.1% |
| SATELLITE (SATELLITE) | 35.7% |
Speed Expectations by Technology
| Technology | Typical Speed | Max Available |
|---|---|---|
| FTTN (7.1%) | 43 Mbps | 100 Mbps |
| NULL (57.1%) | Data not available | |
| SATELLITE (35.7%) | Data not available | |
Speed estimates based on national ACCC broadband performance benchmarks, not suburb-specific measurements. Actual speeds depend on your plan, provider, and connection quality.
What Can I Do on This Connection?
Performance in Babbage Island (14 premises) depends on the specific connection type with 175.0% of households online
Streaming capability in Babbage Island (14 premises) depends on the connection type
Gaming experience in Babbage Island (14 premises) depends on the connection type
Multi-device performance in Babbage Island (14 premises) depends on the connection type
Video call quality in Babbage Island (14 premises) depends on the connection type
Recommended NBN Plans
With Babbage Island's NULL connection, a single user gets reliable speeds at $55-70/mo
For a couple in Babbage Island, NBN 100 at $69-89/mo handles streaming and working from home on NULL
NBN 100 at $69-89/mo keeps Babbage Island families connected across 4+ devices on NULL (NULL caps at NBN 100)
Power users in Babbage Island can push NULL to its limits with NBN 100 at $69-89/mo (NULL caps at NBN 100)
Available tiers depend on your technology type. Prices are estimates based on typical Australian NBN plans (AUD, March 2026). Actual costs vary by provider.
FTTP Upgrade Status
Babbage Island has been announced for the NBN FTTP upgrade program.
1 premises (7.1%) are eligible for an upgrade from to full fibre (FTTP). Eligible residents can order an FTTP connection through their internet provider at no extra infrastructure cost.
What Can You Do?
Internet in Babbage Island varies by address. Check the NBN address checker for your specific technology. If you're house-hunting in the area, prioritise addresses with FTTP — it provides the most reliable and fastest connection.
Household Internet Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Households with Internet | 175% |
| Households with Broadband | 175% |
| Households with No Internet | 0% |
| Total Households | 4 |
Household internet data from ABS Census 2016. Actual current connectivity rates may differ.
Compare Nearby Suburbs
| Suburb | Tech Type | FTTP % | Score | Speed Range | Upgrade? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brockman, WA | FTTN | 0.2% | 4 C | 25-68 Mbps (depends on distance from node) | Yes |
| Carnarvon, WA | FTTN | 0% | 4 C | 25-68 Mbps (depends on distance from node) | Yes |
| Morgantown, WA | FTTN | 0% | 4 C | 25-68 Mbps (depends on distance from node) | Yes |
| South Carnarvon, WA | FTTN | 0.8% | 4 C | 25-68 Mbps (depends on distance from node) | Yes |
| East Carnarvon, WA | FTTN | 0% | 4 C | 25-68 Mbps (depends on distance from node) | Yes |
Best Providers for in Babbage Island
Babbage Island's 14 premises are shifting technologies — review your plan to make sure you're on the best option.
Best CVC provisioning for FTTN — consistently delivers closer to theoretical max speeds even during peak hours. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Babbage Island, this becomes an even stronger choice for 14 premises.
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Strong evening speeds on FTTN connections with competitive pricing. ACCC data shows above-average performance on congested nodes. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Babbage Island, this becomes an even stronger choice for 14 premises.
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Affordable FTTN plans with decent peak-hour speeds. Good value if your line length supports NBN 50 or above. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Babbage Island, this becomes an even stronger choice for 14 premises.
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Speed Boost technology helps maximise FTTN performance. Premium pricing but includes backup 4G failover if your copper line drops. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Babbage Island, this becomes an even stronger choice for 14 premises.
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Uses the Telstra wholesale network so FTTN performance is solid, but at a noticeably lower monthly cost. Ideal for lighter usage households. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Babbage Island, this becomes an even stronger choice for 14 premises.
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One of the cheapest FTTN providers in Australia. Backed by the Vocus network, suitable for basic browsing and streaming on copper. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Babbage Island, this becomes an even stronger choice for 14 premises.
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No-frills FTTN plans with straightforward pricing. Owned by Kogan, so expect minimal extras but genuine savings on your monthly bill. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Babbage Island, this becomes an even stronger choice for 14 premises.
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Australian-owned provider offering fair-priced FTTN with a focus on honest customer service. Bundles available with mobile plans. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Babbage Island, this becomes an even stronger choice for 14 premises.
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Attractive introductory pricing on FTTN plans helps offset the limitations of copper last-mile. No contract lock-in period. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Babbage Island, this becomes an even stronger choice for 14 premises.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What NBN technology type does Babbage Island, WA have?
The primary NBN technology in Babbage Island is NULL, serving the majority of 14 connected premises. The full technology mix is: Satellite (35.7%), FTTN (7.1%).
- Is Babbage Island, WA getting an FTTP upgrade?
Yes, Babbage Island has been announced for the NBN FTTP upgrade program. Approximately 1 premises (7.1%) are eligible.
- How many households have internet in Babbage Island, WA?
According to the 2021 Census, 175.0% of 4 households in Babbage Island had internet — roughly 7 households online.
- Should I wait for FTTP in Babbage Island?
Good news — Babbage Island has been announced for the NBN FTTP upgrade. If you're on a contract, consider a shorter-term plan so you can switch to an FTTP plan once the upgrade is available at your address.
- Why is internet slow in Babbage Island, WA?
Internet in Babbage Island is primarily limited by the connection technology available. The dominant technology is NULL, which has known speed limitations.
- Is Babbage Island better than Brockman for internet?
Babbage Island and Brockman are tied at 4.0/10. Check your specific address for the most accurate picture.
- What is the cheapest decent plan for Babbage Island?
On NULL in Babbage Island, an NBN 25 plan at $49-60/month covers basic browsing and streaming for 1-2 people. If you need more speed, NBN 50 at $55-70/month is the sweet spot for most households.
About this data
PickNBN compiles data from official Australian government sources to give you an independent picture of internet quality in every suburb. We are not affiliated with any internet provider or NBN Co.
- NBN technology data — per-premises technology type from NBN Co records (via nbn-upgrade-map, MIT licence)
- Speed estimates — national benchmarks from the ACCC Measuring Broadband Australia program. Not suburb-specific measurements.
- Household internet stats — ABS Census 2016 at the suburb level (SSC geography)
- FTTP upgrades — NBN Co's announced fibre upgrade suburbs
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