Q1
Best network for DE11?
EE leads with 92/100 — driven by 85% 5G and 100% 4G in this densely populated urban part of Derby.
DE11 DISTRICT · DERBY
Best mobile network in DE11 Derby postcode district
Comparing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three across 5G · 4G · 3G for the DE11 postcode district in Derby.
RESULT · DE11 · DERBY
Coverage for DE11 district
★ BEST OPERATOR
EE
92/100
EE delivers the strongest coverage for the DE11 district in Derby. Scored across 5G, 4G and 3G using the latest UK operator footprint data.
Full ranking — DE11
#1
EE
#2
Three
#3
O2
#4
Vodafone
Coverage analysis — DE11
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 92/100 — driven by excellent 5G coverage (85%) and rock-solid 4G at 100%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.
EE consistently leads Three by 4 points overall. While Three reaches 76% on 5G and 99% on 4G in Derby, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. O2 and Vodafone round out the field at 87 and 86 respectively.
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Coverage FAQ — DE11
Q2
Is 5G available in DE11?
EE provides excellent 5G coverage at 85%. Three follows at 76%.
Q3
Which network has the best 4G?
EE leads 4G too at 100%. Reliable 4G is critical in densely populated urban areas.
Q4
Is O2 worth considering?
O2 scores 87/100 in DE11 (74% 5G, 99% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.