Which mobile network is best for the DE17 postcode district?

EE is the best mobile network for the DE17 district in Derby, scoring 93/100 overall with 87% 5G and 100% 4G coverage.

Is there 5G coverage at DE17?

EE provides excellent 5G coverage in the DE17 area at 87%. This is a densely populated urban area, which benefits from high operator investment in 5G infrastructure.

What are the best phone deals near DE17?

Based on coverage for DE17, EE offers the best value combination of signal and deals. Current deals start from £35.00/month. Enter your full postcode on NetScan UK to see personalised results.

How does Three compare to EE in Derby?

Three scores 90/100 in DE17, behind EE's 93/100. Three achieves 80% 5G versus EE's 87%.

DE17 DISTRICT · DERBY

Best mobile network in DE17 Derby postcode district

Comparing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three across 5G · 4G · 3G for the DE17 postcode district in Derby.

RESULT · DE17 · DERBY

Coverage for DE17 district

Derby · Densely populated urban density area · DE postcode area

★ BEST OPERATOR

93/100

EE delivers the strongest coverage for the DE17 district in Derby. Scored across 5G, 4G and 3G using the latest UK operator footprint data.

87%

100%

99%

Full ranking — DE17

Overall: 93/100

87%

100%

99%

Three

Overall: 90/100

80%

100%

97%

Overall: 85/100

71%

100%

Vodafone

Overall: 83/100

65%

100%

Coverage analysis — DE17

Based on Ofcom Connected Nations 2024 data, EE comes out on top for Derby. In this densely populated urban area, EE achieves an overall coverage score of 93/100 — driven by excellent 5G coverage (87%) and rock-solid 4G at 100%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.

EE clearly leads Three by 3 points overall. While Three reaches 80% on 5G and 100% on 4G in Derby, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. O2 and Vodafone round out the field at 85 and 83 respectively.

Best phone deals from EE

Once you've found the best network for your area, here are the top EE contracts available now.

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£52.00/mo + £30 upfront

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iPhone 16 Plus 128GB

£40.00/mo + £30 upfront

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iPhone 16e 128GB

£25.21/mo + £30 upfront

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£42.00/mo + £30 upfront

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Coverage FAQ — DE17

Best network for DE17?

EE leads with 93/100 — driven by 87% 5G and 100% 4G in this densely populated urban part of Derby.

Is 5G available in DE17?

EE provides excellent 5G coverage at 87%. Three follows at 80%.

Which network has the best 4G?

EE leads 4G too at 100%. Reliable 4G is critical in densely populated urban areas.

Is O2 worth considering?

O2 scores 85/100 in DE17 (71% 5G, 100% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.