Best network for SO8?
EE leads with 91/100 — driven by 82% 5G and 100% 4G in this densely populated urban part of Southampton.
Comparing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three across 5G · 4G · 3G for the SO8 postcode district in Southampton.
EE delivers the strongest coverage for the SO8 district in Southampton. Scored across 5G, 4G and 3G using the latest UK operator footprint data.
According to Ofcom's December 2024 Connected Nations report, EE is the best choice for Southampton. In this densely populated urban area, EE achieves an overall coverage score of 91/100 — driven by strong 5G coverage (82%) and rock-solid 4G at 100%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.
EE comfortably leads Three by 5 points overall. While Three reaches 74% 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 84 and 82 respectively.
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EE leads with 91/100 — driven by 82% 5G and 100% 4G in this densely populated urban part of Southampton.
EE provides strong 5G coverage at 82%. Three follows at 74%.
EE leads 4G too at 100%. Reliable 4G is critical in densely populated urban areas.
O2 scores 84/100 in SO8 (69% 5G, 100% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.