Q1
Best network for ME3?
EE leads with 99/100 — driven by 99% 5G and 100% 4G in this mixed urban-rural part of Medway.
ME3 DISTRICT · GRAVESHAM
Best mobile network in Higham ME3 · Gravesham
EE scores 99/100 — the best measured network for ME3 in Medway, 14 points clear of the weakest. 99% 5G-grade · 100% 4G. Ofcom Mobile Coverage data (May 2025), measured across 103 addresses in 4 sampled postcodes.
The ME3 district covers Higham, Shorne, High Halstow and Stoke, in Gravesham. Signal varies street by street — scan your exact postcode below.
RESULT · ME3 · MEDWAY
Coverage for ME3 district
★ BEST MEASURED
EE
99/100
EE has the strongest measured coverage for the ME3 district in Medway, 14 points clear of the weakest network in Ofcom's data.
Full ranking — ME3
#1
EE
#2
O2
#3
Vodafone
#4
Three
Coverage analysis — ME3
Comparing Ofcom-measured operator coverage, EE delivers the strongest signal in Medway. In this mixed urban-rural area, EE achieves an overall coverage score of 99/100 — driven by excellent 5G coverage (99%) 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 Medway, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. Vodafone and Three round out the field at 99 and 85 respectively.
Why EE for ME3?
EE's 5G rollout in Medway is among the strongest nationally, covering 99% of premises in the ME3 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 ME3 is O2 at 99/100 (100% 5G / 100% 4G). It is a close contest — both operators deliver strong coverage in ME3, and your choice may come down to tariff, handset preference, or existing contract.
Switching to EE in Higham
EE has the strongest measured signal here — 99/100, with 99% 5G-grade and 100% 4G coverage across Higham, Shorne, High Halstow and Stoke, 14 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.
Some links on this page are affiliate links. If you switch through one we may be paid a commission. It never changes which network we rank first - that comes from Ofcom coverage data alone.
Explore the Medway area
View full coverage analysis for the Medway (ME) area, or enter any UK postcode in the scanner above for a personalised result.
Coverage FAQ — ME3
Q2
Is 5G available in ME3?
EE provides excellent 5G coverage at 99%. O2 follows at 100%.
Q3
Which network has the best 4G?
EE leads 4G too at 100%. Reliable 4G is critical in mixed urban-rural areas.
Q4
Is Vodafone worth considering?
Vodafone scores 99/100 in ME3 (100% 5G, 100% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.