Q1
Which network is best in Durham?
EE scores highest in Durham (DH) with 84/100 overall, 69% 5G and 100% 4G coverage.
DH POSTCODE AREA · DURHAM
Best mobile network in Durham DH postcode area
Comparing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three across 5G · 4G · 3G for the Durham (DH) postcode area. Use the scanner below to check your exact postcode.
TOP RESULT · DURHAM (DH)
Network coverage scores for Durham
★ BEST OPERATOR
EE
84/100
EE delivers the strongest mix of 5G, 4G and 3G signal for Durham (DH). Coverage scored against the latest UK operator footprints for this mixed urban-rural area.
Full operator ranking for Durham
#1
EE
#2
Three
#3
O2
#4
Vodafone
Why EE leads in Durham
Cross-referencing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three using Ofcom 2024 data, EE is the best choice for Durham. In this mixed urban-rural area, EE achieves an overall coverage score of 84/100 — driven by good 5G coverage (69%) and rock-solid 4G at 100%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.
EE consistently leads Three by 9 points overall. While Three reaches 53% on 5G and 98% on 4G in Durham, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. O2 and Vodafone round out the field at 75 and 71 respectively.
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Coverage FAQ — Durham
Q2
Is 5G available in Durham?
Yes. EE leads 5G coverage in Durham at 69% — rated as good for this mixed urban-rural area.
Q3
How does Three compare?
Three is the second-best operator in Durham with 75/100 overall (53% 5G, 98% 4G).
Q4
What affects coverage in Durham?
Durham is classified as a mixed urban-rural area with a population density score of 55%. Mixed areas typically see good 4G and growing 5G from leading operators.