Q1
Best network for SP5?
EE leads with 91/100 — driven by 100% 5G and 100% 4G in this mixed urban-rural part of Salisbury.
SP5 DISTRICT · DORSET
Best mobile network in Dean SP5 · Dorset
EE scores 91/100 — the best measured network for SP5 in Salisbury, 16 points clear of the weakest. 100% 5G-grade · 100% 4G. Ofcom Mobile Coverage data (May 2025), measured across 32 addresses in 6 sampled postcodes.
The SP5 district covers Dean, Tytherley, Downton and Landford, in Dorset. Signal varies street by street — scan your exact postcode below.
RESULT · SP5 · SALISBURY
Coverage for SP5 district
★ BEST MEASURED
EE
91/100
EE has the strongest measured coverage for the SP5 district in Salisbury, 16 points clear of the weakest network in Ofcom's data.
Full ranking — SP5
#1
EE
#2
Vodafone
#3
Three
#4
O2
Coverage analysis — SP5
Comparing Ofcom-measured operator coverage, EE scores highest across Salisbury. In this mixed urban-rural area, EE achieves an overall coverage score of 91/100 — driven by excellent 5G coverage (100%) and rock-solid 4G at 100%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.
EE comfortably leads Vodafone by 0 points overall. While Vodafone reaches 100% on 5G and 100% on 4G in Salisbury, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. Three and O2 round out the field at 86 and 75 respectively.
Why EE for SP5?
EE's 5G rollout in Salisbury is among the strongest nationally, covering 100% of premises in the SP5 district. For anyone streaming video, gaming on mobile, or relying on a mobile hotspot at home, this level of 5G penetration makes a real difference to day-to-day speed.
The runner-up in SP5 is Vodafone at 91/100 (100% 5G / 100% 4G). It is a close contest — both operators deliver strong coverage in SP5, and your choice may come down to tariff, handset preference, or existing contract.
Switching to EE in Dean
EE has the strongest measured signal here — 91/100, with 100% 5G-grade and 100% 4G coverage across Dean, Tytherley, Downton and Landford, 16 points clear of the weakest. A cheaper plan on a network that does not reach your street costs more than it saves, so start from the coverage and pick the plan second.
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Coverage FAQ — SP5
Q2
Is 5G available in SP5?
EE provides excellent 5G coverage at 100%. Vodafone follows at 100%.
Q3
Which network has the best 4G?
EE leads 4G too at 100%. Reliable 4G is critical in mixed urban-rural areas.
Q4
Is Three worth considering?
Three scores 86/100 in SP5 (91% 5G, 100% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.