Malabaine 6401 vs Northam 6401: Internet Compared

Side-by-side internet quality comparison for Malabaine, WA and Northam, WA.

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

Malabaine 3.5/10 D+
VS
Better Northam 10/10 A+

Side-by-Side Comparison

MetricMalabaine, WANortham, WA
Internet Score3.5/1010/10
GradeD+A+
Dominant TechnologyFixed WirelessFTTP
Speed Range25-75 Mbps25-1000 Mbps
NBN Premises31950
FTTP UpgradeYesYes
Households Connected81.2%72.8%

Technology Mix

Malabaine

  • FIXED WIRELESS 93.5%
  • SATELLITE 6.5%

Northam

  • FIXED WIRELESS 2.2%
  • FTTN 30.1%
  • FTTP 67.7%

Verdict

Northam has better internet

Northam has better internet: scores 10.0/10 vs 3.5/10 (difference of 6.5), different technology (Fixed Wireless vs FTTP).

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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.