Fixed broadband connection is highest in the Dublin region at 92%, compared with the West and Border regions, at 79% and 73% respectively. See Table 12.2 and Figure 12.2.

There are differences in fixed broadband connection between deprivation quintiles. Fixed broadband connection is most common for households in the Fifth quintile – very affluent deprivation quintile at 92%. For households in the First quintile - very disadvantaged deprivation quintile, 82% have fixed broadband connection, and eight in every ten (80%) of households in the Second quintile – disadvantaged deprivation quintile have a fixed broadband connection in their home. See Table 12.2.

Mobile broadband internet connection was most common in households made up of just one adult with no dependent children, at 46% of these households while fixed broadband connectivity had 76% penetration for these households. See Table 12.2.

In 2020, of the 9% of households with no internet access, 55% of these households reported that the reason for no access was that they Do not need internet. Just over three in every ten (32%) reported Lack of skills as a reason for not having household internet access. Equipment costs too high and Access costs too high were cited by 19% and 18% of households respectively as the reason for not having a household internet connection, while 7% stated Privacy/security concerns. Nearly one in ten (9%) of these households reported Broadband internet not available in the area. Note that more than one reason may have been selected by respondents. See Table 12.3 and Figure 12.3.