Q1
Which network is best in Plymouth?
EE scores highest in Plymouth (PL) with 83/100 overall, 67% 5G and 100% 4G coverage.
PL POSTCODE AREA · PLYMOUTH
Best mobile network in Plymouth PL postcode area
Comparing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three across 5G · 4G · 3G for the Plymouth (PL) postcode area. Use the scanner below to check your exact postcode.
TOP RESULT · PLYMOUTH (PL)
Network coverage scores for Plymouth
★ BEST OPERATOR
EE
83/100
EE delivers the strongest mix of 5G, 4G and 3G signal for Plymouth (PL). Coverage scored against the latest UK operator footprints for this mixed urban-rural area.
Full operator ranking for Plymouth
#1
EE
#2
O2
#3
Three
#4
Vodafone
Why EE leads in Plymouth
According to Ofcom's December 2024 Connected Nations report, EE leads the field in Plymouth. In this mixed urban-rural area, EE achieves an overall coverage score of 83/100 — driven by good 5G coverage (67%) and rock-solid 4G at 100%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.
EE consistently leads O2 by 7 points overall. While O2 reaches 55% on 5G and 97% on 4G in Plymouth, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. Three and Vodafone round out the field at 72 and 70 respectively.
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Coverage FAQ — Plymouth
Q2
Is 5G available in Plymouth?
Yes. EE leads 5G coverage in Plymouth at 67% — rated as good for this mixed urban-rural area.
Q3
How does O2 compare?
O2 is the second-best operator in Plymouth with 76/100 overall (55% 5G, 97% 4G).
Q4
What affects coverage in Plymouth?
Plymouth is classified as a mixed urban-rural area with a population density score of 66%. Mixed areas typically see good 4G and growing 5G from leading operators.