Q1
Best network for EH18?
O2 leads with 100/100 — driven by 100% 5G and 100% 4G in this densely populated urban part of Edinburgh.
EH18 DISTRICT · CITY OF EDINBURGH
Best mobile network in Midlothian EH18 · City of Edinburgh
O2 scores 100/100 — the best measured network for EH18 in Edinburgh, 5 points clear of the weakest. 100% 5G-grade · 100% 4G. Ofcom Mobile Coverage data (May 2025), measured across 59 addresses in 6 sampled postcodes.
The EH18 district covers Midlothian, Liberton, Bonnyrigg and Gilmerton, in City of Edinburgh. Signal varies street by street — scan your exact postcode below.
RESULT · EH18 · EDINBURGH
Coverage for EH18 district
★ BEST MEASURED
O2
100/100
O2 has the strongest measured coverage for the EH18 district in Edinburgh, 5 points clear of the weakest network in Ofcom's data.
Full ranking — EH18
#1
O2
#2
Vodafone
#3
EE
#4
Three
Coverage analysis — EH18
Comparing Ofcom-measured operator coverage, O2 delivers the strongest signal in Edinburgh. 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 Vodafone by 0 points overall. While Vodafone reaches 100% on 5G and 100% on 4G in Edinburgh, it falls short of O2's combined performance across all bands. EE and Three round out the field at 99 and 95 respectively.
Why O2 for EH18?
O2's 5G rollout in Edinburgh is among the strongest nationally, covering 100% of premises in the EH18 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 EH18 is Vodafone at 100/100 (100% 5G / 100% 4G). It is a close contest — both operators deliver strong coverage in EH18, and your choice may come down to tariff, handset preference, or existing contract.
Switching to O2 in Midlothian
O2 has the strongest measured signal here — 100/100, with 100% 5G-grade and 100% 4G coverage across Midlothian, Liberton, Bonnyrigg and Gilmerton, 5 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 — EH18
Q2
Is 5G available in EH18?
O2 provides excellent 5G coverage at 100%. Vodafone 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 EH18 (100% 5G, 100% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.