Q1
Best network for PL5?
EE leads with 83/100 — driven by 68% 5G and 99% 4G in this mixed urban-rural part of Plymouth.
PL5 DISTRICT · PLYMOUTH
Best mobile network in PL5 Plymouth postcode district
Comparing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three across 5G · 4G · 3G for the PL5 postcode district in Plymouth.
RESULT · PL5 · PLYMOUTH
Coverage for PL5 district
★ BEST OPERATOR
EE
83/100
EE delivers the strongest coverage for the PL5 district in Plymouth. Scored across 5G, 4G and 3G using the latest UK operator footprint data.
Full ranking — PL5
#1
EE
#2
Three
#3
O2
#4
Vodafone
Coverage analysis — PL5
Cross-referencing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three using Ofcom 2024 data, EE outperforms rivals in Plymouth. In this mixed urban-rural area, EE achieves an overall coverage score of 83/100 — driven by good 5G coverage (68%) and rock-solid 4G at 99%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.
EE consistently leads Three by 8 points overall. While Three reaches 51% on 5G and 100% on 4G in Plymouth, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. O2 and Vodafone round out the field at 72 and 72 respectively.
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Coverage FAQ — PL5
Q2
Is 5G available in PL5?
EE provides good 5G coverage at 68%. Three 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 O2 worth considering?
O2 scores 72/100 in PL5 (48% 5G, 97% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.