Best network for SO9?
EE leads with 92/100 — driven by 84% 5G and 100% 4G in this densely populated urban part of Southampton.
Comparing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three across 5G · 4G · 3G for the SO9 postcode district in Southampton.
EE delivers the strongest coverage for the SO9 district in Southampton. Scored across 5G, 4G and 3G using the latest UK operator footprint data.
Comparing Ofcom-verified operator coverage footprints, EE scores highest across Southampton. In this densely populated urban area, EE achieves an overall coverage score of 92/100 — driven by strong 5G coverage (84%) and rock-solid 4G at 100%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.
EE clearly leads Three by 5 points overall. While Three reaches 75% 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 87 and 85 respectively.
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EE leads with 92/100 — driven by 84% 5G and 100% 4G in this densely populated urban part of Southampton.
EE provides strong 5G coverage at 84%. Three follows at 75%.
EE leads 4G too at 100%. Reliable 4G is critical in densely populated urban areas.
O2 scores 87/100 in SO9 (74% 5G, 100% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.