Q1
Which network is best in Derby?
EE scores highest in Derby (DE) with 91/100 overall, 83% 5G and 100% 4G coverage.
DE POSTCODE AREA · DERBY
Best mobile network in Derby DE postcode area
Comparing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three across 5G · 4G · 3G for the Derby (DE) postcode area. Use the scanner below to check your exact postcode.
TOP RESULT · DERBY (DE)
Network coverage scores for Derby
★ BEST OPERATOR
EE
91/100
EE delivers the strongest mix of 5G, 4G and 3G signal for Derby (DE). Coverage scored against the latest UK operator footprints for this densely populated urban area.
Full operator ranking for Derby
#1
EE
#2
Three
#3
Vodafone
#4
O2
Why EE leads in Derby
Cross-referencing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three using Ofcom 2024 data, EE comes out on top for Derby. In this densely populated urban area, EE achieves an overall coverage score of 91/100 — driven by strong 5G coverage (83%) and rock-solid 4G at 100%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.
EE comfortably leads Three by 4 points overall. While Three reaches 74% on 5G and 99% on 4G in Derby, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. Vodafone and O2 round out the field at 86 and 84 respectively.
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Coverage FAQ — Derby
Q2
Is 5G available in Derby?
Yes. EE leads 5G coverage in Derby at 83% — rated as strong for this densely populated urban area.
Q3
How does Three compare?
Three is the second-best operator in Derby with 87/100 overall (74% 5G, 99% 4G).
Q4
What affects coverage in Derby?
Derby is classified as a densely populated urban area with a population density score of 78%. Urban areas benefit from high tower density across all bands.