Q1
Best network for DH1?
EE leads with 84/100 — driven by 69% 5G and 100% 4G in this mixed urban-rural part of Durham.
DH1 DISTRICT · DURHAM
Best mobile network in DH1 Durham postcode district
Comparing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three across 5G · 4G · 3G for the DH1 postcode district in Durham.
RESULT · DH1 · DURHAM
Coverage for DH1 district
★ BEST OPERATOR
EE
84/100
EE delivers the strongest coverage for the DH1 district in Durham. Scored across 5G, 4G and 3G using the latest UK operator footprint data.
Full ranking — DH1
#1
EE
#2
Three
#3
O2
#4
Vodafone
Coverage analysis — DH1
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 — DH1
Q2
Is 5G available in DH1?
EE provides good 5G coverage at 69%. Three follows at 53%.
Q3
Which network has the best 4G?
EE leads 4G too at 100%. Reliable 4G is critical in mixed urban-rural areas.
Q4
Is O2 worth considering?
O2 scores 75/100 in DH1 (52% 5G, 97% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.