Q1
Best network for LS20?
EE leads with 100/100 — driven by 100% 5G and 100% 4G in this densely populated urban part of Leeds.
LS20 DISTRICT · LEEDS
Best mobile network in Carlton LS20 · Leeds
EE scores 100/100 — the best measured network for LS20 in Leeds, 6 points clear of the weakest. 100% 5G-grade · 100% 4G. Ofcom Mobile Coverage data (May 2025), measured across 89 addresses in 6 sampled postcodes.
The LS20 district covers Carlton, Otley, Rawdon and Yeadon. Signal varies street by street — scan your exact postcode below.
RESULT · LS20 · LEEDS
Coverage for LS20 district
★ BEST MEASURED
EE
100/100
EE has the strongest measured coverage for the LS20 district in Leeds, 6 points clear of the weakest network in Ofcom's data.
Full ranking — LS20
#1
EE
#2
O2
#3
Vodafone
#4
Three
Coverage analysis — LS20
Cross-referencing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three in Ofcom's data, EE leads the field in Leeds. In this densely populated urban 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 clearly leads O2 by 0 points overall. While O2 reaches 100% on 5G and 100% on 4G in Leeds, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. Vodafone and Three round out the field at 100 and 94 respectively.
Why EE for LS20?
EE's 5G rollout in Leeds is among the strongest nationally, covering 100% of premises in the LS20 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 LS20 is O2 at 100/100 (100% 5G / 100% 4G). It is a close contest — both operators deliver strong coverage in LS20, and your choice may come down to tariff, handset preference, or existing contract.
Switching to EE in Carlton
EE has the strongest measured signal here — 100/100, with 100% 5G-grade and 100% 4G coverage across Carlton, Otley, Rawdon and Yeadon, 6 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 — LS20
Q2
Is 5G available in LS20?
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 densely populated urban areas.
Q4
Is Vodafone worth considering?
Vodafone scores 100/100 in LS20 (100% 5G, 100% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.