Q1
Best network for DE12?
O2 leads with 100/100 — driven by 100% 5G and 100% 4G in this densely populated urban part of Derby.
DE12 DISTRICT · HINCKLEY AND BOSWORTH
Best mobile network in Measham DE12 · Hinckley and Bosworth
O2 scores 100/100 — the best measured network for DE12 in Derby, 7 points clear of the weakest. 100% 5G-grade · 100% 4G. Ofcom Mobile Coverage data (May 2025), measured across 83 addresses in 6 sampled postcodes.
The DE12 district covers Measham, Linton, Oakthorpe and Donisthorpe, in Hinckley and Bosworth. Signal varies street by street — scan your exact postcode below.
RESULT · DE12 · DERBY
Coverage for DE12 district
★ BEST MEASURED
O2
100/100
O2 has the strongest measured coverage for the DE12 district in Derby, 7 points clear of the weakest network in Ofcom's data.
Full ranking — DE12
#1
O2
#2
Three
#3
EE
#4
Vodafone
Coverage analysis — DE12
Cross-referencing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three in Ofcom's data, O2 outperforms rivals in Derby. In this densely populated urban area, O2 achieves an overall coverage score of 100/100 — driven by excellent 5G coverage (100%) and rock-solid 4G at 100%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.
O2 comfortably leads Three by 0 points overall. While Three reaches 100% on 5G and 100% on 4G in Derby, it falls short of O2's combined performance across all bands. EE and Vodafone round out the field at 99 and 93 respectively.
Why O2 for DE12?
O2's 5G rollout in Derby is among the strongest nationally, covering 100% of premises in the DE12 district. For anyone streaming video, gaming on mobile, or relying on a mobile hotspot at home, this level of 5G penetration makes a real difference to day-to-day speed.
The runner-up in DE12 is Three at 100/100 (100% 5G / 100% 4G). It is a close contest — both operators deliver strong coverage in DE12, and your choice may come down to tariff, handset preference, or existing contract.
Switching to O2 in Measham
O2 has the strongest measured signal here — 100/100, with 100% 5G-grade and 100% 4G coverage across Measham, Linton, Oakthorpe and Donisthorpe, 7 points clear of the weakest. A cheaper plan on a network that does not reach your street costs more than it saves, so start from the coverage and pick the plan second.
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Coverage FAQ — DE12
Q2
Is 5G available in DE12?
O2 provides excellent 5G coverage at 100%. Three follows at 100%.
Q3
Which network has the best 4G?
O2 leads 4G too at 100%. Reliable 4G is critical in densely populated urban areas.
Q4
Is EE worth considering?
EE scores 99/100 in DE12 (100% 5G, 100% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.