Lightsview vs Northgate 5085: Internet Compared

Side-by-side internet quality comparison for Lightsview, SA and Northgate, SA.

Data updated March 2026 · Sources: NBN Co, ABS Census, ACCC

Lightsview 3.5/10 D+
VS
Better Northgate 8/10 A

Side-by-Side Comparison

MetricLightsview, SANorthgate, SA
Internet Score3.5/108/10
GradeD+A
Dominant TechnologyFTTC
Speed Range25-100 Mbps
NBN Premises2,9671,128
FTTP UpgradeYesYes
Households ConnectedN/A92.5%

Technology Mix

Lightsview

  • FTTC 0.5%
  • FTTN 1.7%
  • FTTP 5.3%
  • HFC 1.7%
  • NULL 90.8%

Northgate

  • FTTC 51.9%
  • FTTN 0.1%
  • FTTP 48%

Verdict

Northgate has better internet

Northgate has better internet: scores 8.0/10 vs 3.5/10 (difference of 4.5), different technology (NULL vs FTTC).

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About this comparison

This comparison is based on PickNBN's composite internet quality score, which factors in NBN technology type, fibre coverage percentage, FTTP upgrade status, and ABS Census household connectivity rates.

Data sourced from NBN Co, ABS Census, and ACCC broadband benchmarks. Actual internet experience depends on your specific address, plan, and provider.