Q1
Best network for GL3?
EE leads with 84/100 — driven by 70% 5G and 99% 4G in this mixed urban-rural part of Gloucester.
GL3 DISTRICT · GLOUCESTER
Best mobile network in GL3 Gloucester postcode district
Comparing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three across 5G · 4G · 3G for the GL3 postcode district in Gloucester.
RESULT · GL3 · GLOUCESTER
Coverage for GL3 district
★ BEST OPERATOR
EE
84/100
EE delivers the strongest coverage for the GL3 district in Gloucester. Scored across 5G, 4G and 3G using the latest UK operator footprint data.
Full ranking — GL3
#1
EE
#2
Three
#3
O2
#4
Vodafone
Coverage analysis — GL3
Cross-referencing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three using Ofcom 2024 data, EE comes out on top for Gloucester. In this mixed urban-rural area, EE achieves an overall coverage score of 84/100 — driven by strong 5G coverage (70%) and rock-solid 4G at 99%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.
EE noticeably leads Three by 8 points overall. While Three reaches 55% on 5G and 98% on 4G in Gloucester, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. O2 and Vodafone round out the field at 74 and 72 respectively.
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Coverage FAQ — GL3
Q2
Is 5G available in GL3?
EE provides strong 5G coverage at 70%. Three follows at 55%.
Q3
Which network has the best 4G?
EE leads 4G too at 99%. Reliable 4G is critical in mixed urban-rural areas.
Q4
Is O2 worth considering?
O2 scores 74/100 in GL3 (48% 5G, 99% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.