Compare Broadband Deals in London
See the full-fibre, cable and fibre packages available at your London postcode.
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London is the UK’s most competitive city for home broadband. As well as the national providers on the Openreach network and Virgin Media’s cable, the capital has an unusually large choice of full-fibre alternative networks – including Community Fibre, the London-only network, plus CityFibre, Hyperoptic and G.Network. Quotezone compares broadband deals in London from 15+ UK providers, including full-fibre broadband – enter your postcode to see exactly what can be installed at your address.
Which broadband providers can you compare in London?
London has unusually strong competition – the national Openreach providers, Virgin Media’s cable network, and a large set of full-fibre alternative networks all operate in the city.
National providers
BT, Sky, Vodafone, NOW, EE and Plusnet all sell broadband across London over the Openreach network – full fibre where it’s built, standard fibre where it isn’t yet.
Virgin Media cable
Virgin Media runs its own cable network across much of London, with gigabit download speeds available in many postcodes.
Full-fibre alternative networks
London has the widest altnet choice in the UK – Community Fibre (a London-only network and the city’s biggest altnet), CityFibre, Hyperoptic and G.Network have all built their own full-fibre connections in parts of the capital.
Is full fibre available in London?
A postcode check is the only reliable way to confirm full fibre at your London address, because availability changes from one street – and one building – to the next.
Widely built
Full fibre (FTTP) reaches a large share of London homes, through Openreach and several alternative networks like Community Fibre, CityFibre and Hyperoptic.
Varies street by street
Coverage still differs by area – a new-build or a flat with an altnet connection may have full fibre while an older terraced street nearby is still on standard fibre.
Check your exact address
Enter your postcode, then add your address, and Quotezone shows the full-fibre and other packages that can actually be installed where you live.
How fast is broadband in London?
Across the UK, gigabit-capable broadband now reaches 89% of homes and full fibre 82% (Ofcom, January 2026) – and as a major city with dense altnet competition, London is among the best-served areas.
Gigabit widely available
With full fibre, Virgin Media cable and London-focused altnets across the city, gigabit-capable broadband reaches most London homes.
From entry-level to 1Gbps+
Packages range from everyday speeds for browsing and streaming up to 1Gbps and beyond on the fastest full-fibre and cable tiers.
The speed you actually get
Providers quote the speed you’re likely to get at peak times (8pm–10pm); if you consistently don’t get it, you can leave your contract (Ofcom).
Broadband across London’s boroughs, flats and new-builds
London’s mix of mansion blocks, converted flats, new-build estates and Victorian terraces means coverage isn’t uniform – it really does pay to check your own address.
Flats and mansion blocks
Hyperoptic specialises in wiring up flats and apartment blocks, so many London leaseholders and renters can get full fibre even in older buildings.
New-build developments
Newer developments across the capital are often built with full fibre from day one, so the fastest tiers are usually available straight away.
Varies borough to borough
Coverage and the mix of networks differ from one borough to the next – where full fibre hasn’t arrived, mobile broadband over 4G or 5G can be an alternative.
How to switch broadband in London
Switching is simpler than it used to be – you don’t need to contact your current provider to start the move.
Compare at your postcode
Enter your London postcode on Quotezone, compare the deals available at your address and pick the package that suits you.
Buy on the provider’s site
Completing your purchase starts the move under Ofcom’s One Touch Switching rules, in place since 12 September 2024 – your new provider arranges the switch and closes your old service (Ofcom).
Get connected
A new full-fibre line may need a short engineer visit to fit a small box on your wall; cable and standard-fibre switches are often quicker.
London and the UK full-fibre rollout
London sits ahead of the curve on connectivity. Across the UK, full fibre now reaches 82% of homes – 24.9 million premises – and gigabit-capable broadband 89%, as of January 2026 (Ofcom Connected Nations). Full fibre covers 79% of homes in England (Ofcom Nations Report 2025), and as a major city with dense altnet competition London is among the best-served areas.
The older copper phone network is being retired, with the analogue switch-off due in January 2027, so home phone lines are moving to digital voice over broadband (Openreach). For most London homes that makes full fibre the natural choice – so it’s worth checking what’s available at your address before your current deal ends.
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London broadband FAQs
Which broadband providers are available in London?
Most major providers serve London. BT, Sky, Vodafone, NOW, EE and Plusnet sell broadband over the Openreach network, Virgin Media runs its own cable network across much of the city, and full-fibre networks such as Community Fibre, CityFibre, Hyperoptic and G.Network reach many addresses. Enter your postcode to see who can connect your home.
Is full fibre available in London?
Full fibre reaches a large share of London homes through Openreach and alternative networks like Community Fibre, CityFibre and Hyperoptic, but coverage varies street by street and building by building. A new-build or an altnet-connected flat may have it while an older terrace nearby doesn’t yet. A postcode check is the only reliable way to confirm full fibre at your address.
What is the fastest broadband in London?
With full fibre, Virgin Media’s cable network and London-focused altnets in the city, gigabit broadband (1Gbps and beyond) is available to most London homes. The exact top speed depends on which networks have reached your street, so check your postcode to see the fastest package you can actually get.
Can I get Community Fibre or Hyperoptic in London?
Both are London-focused full-fibre networks. Community Fibre is a London-only network and the city’s biggest altnet, while Hyperoptic specialises in flats and apartment blocks. Neither covers every address, though – enter your postcode on Quotezone to see whether Community Fibre, Hyperoptic or other providers can connect your home.
Can I get Virgin Media broadband in London?
Virgin Media’s cable network covers much of London, so it’s available at many addresses, often with gigabit speeds. It isn’t everywhere, though – enter your postcode on Quotezone to see whether Virgin Media and which other providers can connect your home.
How do I switch broadband in London?
Compare the deals at your London postcode on Quotezone, choose a package and click through to the provider. Completing your purchase starts the move under One Touch Switching, so your new provider arranges the switch and closes your old service. A new full-fibre line may need a short engineer visit.
Is broadband cheaper in London than elsewhere?
Prices are set by each provider and package rather than by city, so broadband deals in London are broadly in line with the rest of the UK. London’s strong altnet competition can mean keen full-fibre prices in some postcodes – comparing at your address is the best way to find a good-value deal.
What if full fibre hasn’t reached my London street?
Where full fibre hasn’t arrived, you can usually still get standard fibre or Virgin Media cable, both of which are widely available in the city. In areas with little fixed coverage, 4G or 5G mobile broadband can be an alternative. Your postcode check will show what’s possible.
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Reviewed by: Piers Murray
Broadband & Mobile Expert
Written by: Katie Gawley
Insurance Content Writer
Fact-checked by: Quotezone Editorial Team
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Last Updated: June 2026