Q1
Best network for SO16?
EE leads with 93/100 — driven by 86% 5G and 100% 4G in this densely populated urban part of Southampton.
SO16 DISTRICT · SOUTHAMPTON
Best mobile network in SO16 Southampton postcode district
Comparing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three across 5G · 4G · 3G for the SO16 postcode district in Southampton.
RESULT · SO16 · SOUTHAMPTON
Coverage for SO16 district
★ BEST OPERATOR
EE
93/100
EE delivers the strongest coverage for the SO16 district in Southampton. Scored across 5G, 4G and 3G using the latest UK operator footprint data.
Full ranking — SO16
#1
EE
#2
Three
#3
O2
#4
Vodafone
Coverage analysis — SO16
Drawing on Ofcom Connected Nations 2024 premises coverage statistics, EE leads the field in Southampton. In this densely populated urban area, EE achieves an overall coverage score of 93/100 — driven by excellent 5G coverage (86%) and rock-solid 4G at 100%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.
EE consistently leads Three by 4 points overall. While Three reaches 77% on 5G and 100% on 4G in Southampton, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. O2 and Vodafone round out the field at 85 and 85 respectively.
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Coverage FAQ — SO16
Q2
Is 5G available in SO16?
EE provides excellent 5G coverage at 86%. Three follows at 77%.
Q3
Which network has the best 4G?
EE leads 4G too at 100%. Reliable 4G is critical in densely populated urban areas.
Q4
Is O2 worth considering?
O2 scores 85/100 in SO16 (71% 5G, 100% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.