Q1
Best network for GL1?
EE leads with 85/100 — driven by 70% 5G and 100% 4G in this mixed urban-rural part of Gloucester.
GL1 DISTRICT · GLOUCESTER
Best mobile network in GL1 Gloucester postcode district
Comparing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three across 5G · 4G · 3G for the GL1 postcode district in Gloucester.
RESULT · GL1 · GLOUCESTER
Coverage for GL1 district
★ BEST OPERATOR
EE
85/100
EE delivers the strongest coverage for the GL1 district in Gloucester. Scored across 5G, 4G and 3G using the latest UK operator footprint data.
Full ranking — GL1
#1
EE
#2
O2
#3
Three
#4
Vodafone
Coverage analysis — GL1
Drawing on Ofcom Connected Nations 2024 premises coverage statistics, EE is the best choice for Gloucester. In this mixed urban-rural area, EE achieves an overall coverage score of 85/100 — driven by strong 5G coverage (70%) and rock-solid 4G at 100%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.
EE comfortably leads O2 by 11 points overall. While O2 reaches 51% on 5G and 98% on 4G in Gloucester, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. Three and Vodafone round out the field at 72 and 71 respectively.
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Coverage FAQ — GL1
Q2
Is 5G available in GL1?
EE provides strong 5G coverage at 70%. O2 follows at 51%.
Q3
Which network has the best 4G?
EE leads 4G too at 100%. Reliable 4G is critical in mixed urban-rural areas.
Q4
Is Three worth considering?
Three scores 72/100 in GL1 (48% 5G, 96% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.