Q1
Best network for GU9?
EE leads with 100/100 — driven by 100% 5G and 100% 4G in this suburban part of Guildford.
GU9 DISTRICT · WAVERLEY
Best mobile network in Farnham GU9 · Waverley
EE scores 100/100 — the best measured network for GU9 in Guildford, 5 points clear of the weakest. 100% 5G-grade · 100% 4G. Ofcom Mobile Coverage data (May 2025), measured across 69 addresses in 6 sampled postcodes.
The GU9 district covers Farnham, Tilford, Farnham Bourne and Farnham Castle, in Waverley. Signal varies street by street — scan your exact postcode below.
RESULT · GU9 · GUILDFORD
Coverage for GU9 district
★ BEST MEASURED
EE
100/100
EE has the strongest measured coverage for the GU9 district in Guildford, 5 points clear of the weakest network in Ofcom's data.
Full ranking — GU9
#1
EE
#2
O2
#3
Vodafone
#4
Three
Coverage analysis — GU9
Cross-referencing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three in Ofcom's data, EE leads the field in Guildford. In this suburban area, EE 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.
EE consistently leads O2 by 0 points overall. While O2 reaches 100% on 5G and 100% on 4G in Guildford, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. Vodafone and Three round out the field at 100 and 95 respectively.
Why EE for GU9?
EE's 5G rollout in Guildford is among the strongest nationally, covering 100% of premises in the GU9 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 GU9 is O2 at 100/100 (100% 5G / 100% 4G). It is a close contest — both operators deliver strong coverage in GU9, and your choice may come down to tariff, handset preference, or existing contract.
Switching to EE in Farnham
EE has the strongest measured signal here — 100/100, with 100% 5G-grade and 100% 4G coverage across Farnham, Tilford, Farnham Bourne and Farnham Castle, 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 — GU9
Q2
Is 5G available in GU9?
EE provides excellent 5G coverage at 100%. O2 follows at 100%.
Q3
Which network has the best 4G?
EE leads 4G too at 100%. Reliable 4G is critical in suburban areas.
Q4
Is Vodafone worth considering?
Vodafone scores 100/100 in GU9 (100% 5G, 100% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.