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Which are the main internet providers in London?

All the main broadband providers serve London, including:

  • BT

  • EE

  • NOW

  • Plusnet

  • Sky

  • TalkTalk

  • Virgin Media

  • Vodafone

Another big player in the capital is Community Fibre, which covers most London boroughs and offers speeds between around 75Mbps (megabits per second) and 5Gbps (gigabytes per second).

Hyperoptic also operates in some London areas, with speeds of up to 900Mbps.

Things to consider when comparing broadband deals in London

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Availability

The broadband speeds and providers available to you depend on which area of London you live in. However, London generally has excellent coverage.

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Speed

The broadband speed you'll need depends on how you and anyone in your home use the internet. You'll need faster speeds for streaming, gaming and working from home.

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Price

Check the monthly cost, any setup fees and potential mid-contract price rises. Compare the overall cost against other packages to make sure you're getting the best deal for you.

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Contract length

Broadband contracts generally last 18-24 months. Some providers offer shorter packages, which could suit if you're renting temporarily, but they're typically more expensive.

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Bundled packages

Combining your broadband with a phone and TV package could be cheaper than paying for separate services. It also means one bill and provider to deal with. But your options could be limited as not all providers offer bundles.

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Customer service

It’s important that your service provider is fast, efficient and helpful if any problems come up. Check their customer reviews to get a good idea of how reliable they are.

Just pop in your postcode and current provider into our comparison tool, and we’ll show you the broadband deals available to you.

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What broadband speeds can I get in London?

London has some of the UK's fastest internet connections. Ofcom's United Nations Report 2026 shows that most boroughs in the capital now have access to gigabit-capable broadband, delivering ultrafast speeds of up to 1Gbps.

However, actual coverage and speed still depends on where you live. You can use our broadband area checker to see the broadband deals available for your postcode.

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Types of broadband available in London

There are four main ways to get connected:
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Fibre to the cabinet (FTTC)

FTTC means superfast fibre cables connect to your nearest street cabinet. From there, copper wires connect to your home. While this usually gives you fast speeds, it’s not as fast as full-fibre broadband.

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Fibre to the premises (FTTP)

Also known as full-fibre, FTTP offers an ultrafast connection with fibre cables running from the cabinet to your home.

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Hybrid fibre coaxial (HFC)

HFC uses a mixture of fibre-optic and coaxial copper cables. They connect straight to your home, delivering some of the fastest internet speeds available.

Virgin Media is one of the main providers of HFC broadband.

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Wireless

Wireless broadband gives you a router to plug in at home – no cables needed. It's quick and easy to set up, but it can be slower and less reliable and cable-powered broadband, as the connection you get depends on the signal coverage in your area.

What broadband speed do I need?

Starting at around 10Mbps, standard broadband is great for everyday internet use. It's generally enough if you live alone and mainly do some light browsing and check your emails.

Best for everyday browsing

Fibre broadband starts at around 30Mbps. It can handle HD streaming and multiple devices more comfortably than standard broadband.

It's a good option if you live alone and have a few devices connected to the internet, or if you live with one other person.

Ideal for busy homes

Starting at around 100Mbps, super-fast full-fibre broadband is designed for households with heavier internet use, including gaming, 4K streaming and multiple devices online at once.

It's ideal for small families and couples that spend a lot of time online.

Great for tech-heavy homes

Ultra-fast fibre broadband delivers speeds of 100+ Mbps. It's suited to tech-heavy households, gamers, and remote workers.

Best for gamers and smart tech

If there are lots of people in your home and you want to avoid lags, consider gigabit-capable broadband, which is widely available across London.

Gigabit broadband can handle:

  • Competitive gaming

  • Large downloads

  • Working from home

  • Frequent video and TV streaming

  • Smart tech, such as voice-activated speakers and video doorbells.

Matthew Brewer

What our expert says...

"While London is one of the UK's best-connected cities, it's also one of the busiest. That means broadband availability and performance can vary – even between your home and next door.

"But as new networks continue to expand across the capital, it's worth comparing deals regularly. Check who operates near you and whether you can unlock higher speeds and better value than when you first signed up."

Matthew Brewer, Broadband and mobile expert

How can I improve my broadband speed in London?

If your current internet is struggling, there are a few steps you can try at home to help speed things up. A good place to start is to run a broadband speed test, so you know what speeds you're dealing with.

If you don't get the result you expect, try:

Moving your router

Disconnect any devices you're not using

Check how many people are online

Switch to a wired connection

Did you know?

The broadband speed coming into your house won’t necessarily be the same speed your WiFi delivers. What you actually get can depend on your router’s position, how up to date it is, the equipment you’re using, and any signal interference.

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How can I get fibre broadband in London?

Start by popping your postcode into our broadband comparison tool. If you can get fibre, it should be shown in your results. Your fibre options may be fibre to the cabinet (FTTC) or fibre to the premises (FTTP).

Unfortunately, full fibre isn’t available everywhere yet. But high-speed internet is being rolled out all the time. It requires cables to be laid, so typically providers work area by area, rather than for individual premises.

Openreach, the UK’s largest broadband network provider, aims to deliver ultrafast, ultra-reliable full fibre broadband to 25 million premises in the UK by the end of 2026. This includes building 53 new exchanges in the Greater London region.

Can I get full fibre broadband where I live in Greater London?

If fibre cables run all the way to your home, it’s likely you can get full fibre broadband where you live. This gives you access to the fastest and most reliable broadband in your neighbourhood.

Check Openreach’s Full Fibre Build Plans map to see if ultrafast full fibre broadband is available in your area or if there are any planned upgrades. Or enter your postcode into our broadband comparison tool and see what type of fibre deals you can get.

How can I speed up getting fibre broadband to where I live in London?

You can register your interest with some providers. When they have enough willing subscribers, they might roll it out faster in the area.

There are also some community-based options. A joint funding arrangement can be put in place, which means a provider contributes some of the costs and your community funds the rest. An affordable solution is then agreed to meet the community needs.

Openreach has guidance on how to start this kind of community. If you and enough neighbours are fed up with slow speeds, you might be able to prompt some action. Find out more and register your interest on the Openreach website.

What is the fastest broadband available in London?

The fastest type of broadband available in the Greater London area is a gigabit, fibre-to-the-premises connection. This type of connection offers average speeds of more than 1,000 Mbps.

Depending on where you live in London, you may be able to sign up to Community Fibre’s 5 Gbps Premium WiFi package. This offers a whopping 5,000 Mbps download and upload speeds.

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Reviewed 28 Aug 2026 by Matthew Brewer Broadband and mobile expert

With the UK racing towards gigabit speeds and our phones more integral to our lives, Matt wants to make sure you have great packages that can keep up. And with more than 10 years' experience working with digital brands, he’s shaping our broadband, TV and phone comparison journeys.

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1 Correct as of June 2026.