Thanks to the Better Broadband for Nottinghamshire programme, 98.6% of homes throughout the county can now access superfast internet. But how do you find the best broadband providers in Nottingham?.

Compare Nottingham broadband to find the right package for you.

What types of broadband can I get in Nottingham?

There are two main types of broadband available in Nottingham:

Full fibre

Full fibre availability across Nottingham currently stands at 89.36%, according to ThinkBroadband.

Also known as fibre-to-the-premises (FTTP), full fibre uses fibre optic cables to connect directly to your home, removing the need for copper wiring.

As the fastest broadband technology currently available, full fibre can deliver gigabit-capable speeds of up to 1 Gbps (that’s 1,000Mbps), subject to availability and network conditions. This makes it ideal for high-speed internet activities like:

Hybrid fibre

Currently, hybrid fibre broadband coverage in Nottingham is reported to be around 98.6%.

Hybrid fibre (also known as part fibre or ‘superfast’ broadband) relies on fibre optic cables connecting to a local roadside cabinet but they use older copper wiring for the final stretch to your home. While not as fast as full fibre, hybrid still typically offers faster speeds than standard ADSL broadband.

With speeds starting at around 30 Mbps, hybrid fibre can comfortably handle everyday tasks like video calls, file downloads and streaming. But it may struggle to maintain strong connections when multiple devices are used simultaneously.

For larger households, student accommodation or those needing higher speeds, full fibre is the better option.

Which internet providers are available in Nottingham?

Broadband providers offering connections in Nottingham are:

What broadband speed can I get in Nottingham?

According to recent figures from ThinkBroadband, the average broadband speed in Nottingham is:

  • Download: 328.9 Mbps
  • Upload: 110.4 Mbps

For full fibre connections, the average broadband speed in Nottingham is:

  • Download: 430.6 Mbps
  • Upload: 266.6 Mbps

For part fibre connections, the average broadband speed in Nottingham is:

  • Download: 44.1 Mbps
  • Upload: 12 Mbps

Up to 1.1 Gbps speeds (sometimes called ‘gigabit-capable’) are available in Nottingham through Virgin Media. Virgin uses a mix of fibre and hybrid fiber-coaxial (HCF) cables to deliver their broadband packages and these are typically the fastest in the area.

A 2Gbps service with symmetrical upload and download speeds might also be available through Virgin Media in Nottingham, although this is currently a paid add-on.

You can get these speeds if Virgin Media operates in the area of Nottingham where you live. Use our postcode checker to find out if you can get gigabit-capable broadband.

Can I get full fibre broadband in Nottingham?

The government has recorded full fibre availability across Nottingham as follows:

Constituency Full Fibre Coverage/Gigabit Availability
Nottingham East 89.1%
Nottingham North and Kimberley 97.7%
Nottingham South 95.5%

Is there 5G in Nottingham?

Yes, 5G is available across Nottingham, although its coverage will depend on where in the city you are and which network you’re with:

EE

Aside from a few main streets around the city centre, 5G coverage with EE is limited in Nottingham.

You’ll find the most consistent signal in these locations:

  • Huntingdon Street (top end)
  • Lower Parliament Street
  • Glasshouse Street

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Vodafone

Like EE, Vodafone currently has limited 5G coverage around Nottingham. Areas with the best service include:

  • Station Street
  • Manvers Street
  • Queen’s Road

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Three

Three offers 5G signal throughout Nottingham, although you might still find signal patchy in these areas:

  • Stoney Street
  • Cliff Road
  • Sneinton Road

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O2

Widely available across Nottingham, you might find that 5G with O2 drops in these areas:

  • Lace Market
  • Collin Street
  • Station Street

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Check your Nottingham broadband speed in under a minute

Whether you’re in Arnold, Gedling, West Bridgford or Beeston, use our broadband speed test to check the performance of your current internet connection.

Various factors can affect broadband speed, including:

  • The packages your provider offers
  • The connection your property has (for example, standard or fibre)
  • Local terrain and infrastructure

Usually, full fibre broadband provides the fastest speeds, helping to support activities that require a lot of data, like:

  • 4k streaming
  • Online gaming
  • Downloading larger files

Last updated 4 February 2026

[1] As of 11th March 2026, there are active broadband providers on the panel at Go.Compare

Catherine Hiley

Catherine Hiley

Managing Editor for Broadband and Mobile