Q1
Best network for PL4?
EE leads with 83/100 — driven by 67% 5G and 99% 4G in this mixed urban-rural part of Plymouth.
PL4 DISTRICT · PLYMOUTH
Best mobile network in PL4 Plymouth postcode district
Comparing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three across 5G · 4G · 3G for the PL4 postcode district in Plymouth.
RESULT · PL4 · PLYMOUTH
Coverage for PL4 district
★ BEST OPERATOR
EE
83/100
EE delivers the strongest coverage for the PL4 district in Plymouth. Scored across 5G, 4G and 3G using the latest UK operator footprint data.
Full ranking — PL4
#1
EE
#2
O2
#3
Three
#4
Vodafone
Coverage analysis — PL4
Based on Ofcom Connected Nations 2024 data, EE scores highest across Plymouth. In this mixed urban-rural area, EE achieves an overall coverage score of 83/100 — driven by good 5G coverage (67%) and rock-solid 4G at 99%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.
EE noticeably leads O2 by 8 points overall. While O2 reaches 51% on 5G and 98% on 4G in Plymouth, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. Three and Vodafone round out the field at 74 and 72 respectively.
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Coverage FAQ — PL4
Q2
Is 5G available in PL4?
EE provides good 5G coverage at 67%. O2 follows at 51%.
Q3
Which network has the best 4G?
EE leads 4G too at 99%. Reliable 4G is critical in mixed urban-rural areas.
Q4
Is Three worth considering?
Three scores 74/100 in PL4 (49% 5G, 98% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.