Port Augusta 5700 vs Port Paterson 5700: Internet Compared

Side-by-side internet quality comparison for Port Augusta, SA and Port Paterson, SA.

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

Better Port Augusta 10/10 A+
VS
Port Paterson 3.5/10 D+

Side-by-Side Comparison

MetricPort Augusta, SAPort Paterson, SA
Internet Score10/103.5/10
GradeA+D+
Dominant TechnologyFTTPFixed Wireless
Speed Range25-1000 Mbps25-75 Mbps
NBN Premises4,46436
FTTP UpgradeYesYes
Households Connected64.5%59.1%

Technology Mix

Port Augusta

  • FIXED WIRELESS 1.1%
  • FTTB 0.5%
  • FTTP 98.3%
  • HFC 0%

Port Paterson

  • FIXED WIRELESS 88.9%
  • FTTP 2.8%
  • SATELLITE 8.3%

Verdict

Port Augusta has better internet

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

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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.