Best mobile network in SP5 Salisbury postcode district

Comparing Ofcom-verified operator coverage footprints, EE scores highest across Salisbury. In this mixed urban-rural area, EE achieves an overall coverage score of 83/100 — driven by good 5G coverage (68%) and rock-solid 4G at 98%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.

EE comfortably leads O2 by 8 points overall. While O2 reaches 52% on 5G and 98% on 4G in Salisbury, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. Three and Vodafone round out the field at 73 and 71 respectively.

EE has made solid 5G inroads across Salisbury, reaching 68% of premises in SP5. While not blanket coverage, most streets and town centres are covered — and 4G fallback at 98% keeps reliability high throughout.

The runner-up in SP5 is O2 at 75/100 (52% 5G / 98% 4G). The margin is noticeable but not enormous. EE edges ahead on 5G depth; if your plan is with O2, 4G performance should still be solid.