Q1
Best network for SA5?
EE leads with 84/100 — driven by 68% 5G and 100% 4G in this mixed urban-rural part of Swansea.
SA5 DISTRICT · SWANSEA
Best mobile network in SA5 Swansea postcode district
Comparing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three across 5G · 4G · 3G for the SA5 postcode district in Swansea.
RESULT · SA5 · SWANSEA
Coverage for SA5 district
★ BEST OPERATOR
EE
84/100
EE delivers the strongest coverage for the SA5 district in Swansea. Scored across 5G, 4G and 3G using the latest UK operator footprint data.
Full ranking — SA5
#1
EE
#2
Three
#3
O2
#4
Vodafone
Coverage analysis — SA5
Comparing Ofcom-verified operator coverage footprints, EE outperforms rivals in Swansea. In this mixed urban-rural area, EE achieves an overall coverage score of 84/100 — driven by good 5G coverage (68%) and rock-solid 4G at 100%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.
EE consistently leads Three by 7 points overall. While Three reaches 57% on 5G and 97% on 4G in Swansea, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. O2 and Vodafone round out the field at 76 and 71 respectively.
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Coverage FAQ — SA5
Q2
Is 5G available in SA5?
EE provides good 5G coverage at 68%. Three follows at 57%.
Q3
Which network has the best 4G?
EE leads 4G too at 100%. Reliable 4G is critical in mixed urban-rural areas.
Q4
Is O2 worth considering?
O2 scores 76/100 in SA5 (54% 5G, 99% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.