Q1
Best network for NG16?
EE leads with 100/100 — driven by 100% 5G and 100% 4G in this densely populated urban part of Nottingham.
NG16 DISTRICT · AMBER VALLEY
Best mobile network in Nuthall NG16 · Amber Valley
EE scores 100/100 — the best measured network for NG16 in Nottingham, 11 points clear of the weakest. 100% 5G-grade · 100% 4G. Ofcom Mobile Coverage data (May 2025), measured across 190 addresses in 6 sampled postcodes.
The NG16 district covers Nuthall, Loscoe, Pinxton and Selston, in Amber Valley. Signal varies street by street — scan your exact postcode below.
RESULT · NG16 · NOTTINGHAM
Coverage for NG16 district
★ BEST MEASURED
EE
100/100
EE has the strongest measured coverage for the NG16 district in Nottingham, 11 points clear of the weakest network in Ofcom's data.
Full ranking — NG16
#1
EE
#2
O2
#3
Vodafone
#4
Three
Coverage analysis — NG16
According to Ofcom's Mobile Coverage data, EE comes out on top for Nottingham. 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 comfortably leads O2 by 0 points overall. While O2 reaches 100% on 5G and 100% on 4G in Nottingham, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. Vodafone and Three round out the field at 100 and 89 respectively.
Why EE for NG16?
EE's 5G rollout in Nottingham is among the strongest nationally, covering 100% of premises in the NG16 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 NG16 is O2 at 100/100 (100% 5G / 100% 4G). It is a close contest — both operators deliver strong coverage in NG16, and your choice may come down to tariff, handset preference, or existing contract.
Switching to EE in Nuthall
EE has the strongest measured signal here — 100/100, with 100% 5G-grade and 100% 4G coverage across Nuthall, Loscoe, Pinxton and Selston, 11 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 — NG16
Q2
Is 5G available in NG16?
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 NG16 (100% 5G, 100% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.