Which mobile network is best for the SR16 postcode district?

EE is the best mobile network for the SR16 district in Sunderland, scoring 93/100 overall with 85% 5G and 100% 4G coverage.

Is there 5G coverage at SR16?

EE provides excellent 5G coverage in the SR16 area at 85%. This is a densely populated urban area, which benefits from high operator investment in 5G infrastructure.

What are the best phone deals near SR16?

Based on coverage for SR16, EE offers the best value combination of signal and deals. Current deals start from £35.00/month. Enter your full postcode on NetScan UK to see personalised results.

How does Three compare to EE in Sunderland?

Three scores 86/100 in SR16, behind EE's 93/100. Three achieves 74% 5G versus EE's 85%.

SR16 DISTRICT · SUNDERLAND

Best mobile network in SR16 Sunderland postcode district

Comparing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three across 5G · 4G · 3G for the SR16 postcode district in Sunderland.

RESULT · SR16 · SUNDERLAND

Coverage for SR16 district

Sunderland · Densely populated urban density area · SR postcode area

★ BEST OPERATOR

93/100

EE delivers the strongest coverage for the SR16 district in Sunderland. Scored across 5G, 4G and 3G using the latest UK operator footprint data.

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Full ranking — SR16

Overall: 93/100

85%

100%

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Three

Overall: 86/100

74%

98%

97%

Overall: 84/100

68%

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Vodafone

Overall: 84/100

68%

99%

Coverage analysis — SR16

Drawing on Ofcom Connected Nations 2024 premises coverage statistics, EE outperforms rivals in Sunderland. In this densely populated urban area, EE achieves an overall coverage score of 93/100 — driven by excellent 5G coverage (85%) and rock-solid 4G at 100%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.

EE noticeably leads Three by 7 points overall. While Three reaches 74% on 5G and 98% on 4G in Sunderland, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. O2 and Vodafone round out the field at 84 and 84 respectively.

Best phone deals from EE

Pairing great coverage with great value, here are the top EE contracts available now.

Apple Smart Benefits

iPhone 16 128GB

£35.00/mo + £30 upfront

100GB data 24-month contract

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Apple Apple TV+

iPhone 16 Pro 256GB

£52.00/mo + £30 upfront

Unlimited data 24-month contract

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Apple 5G Stay Fast

iPhone 16 Plus 128GB

£40.00/mo + £30 upfront

250GB data 24-month contract

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Apple Best for budget

iPhone 16e 128GB

£25.21/mo + £30 upfront

50GB data 24-month contract

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Samsung Free upgrade @18mo

Galaxy S25 256GB

£42.00/mo + £30 upfront

Unlimited data 24-month contract

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Samsung Galaxy AI

Galaxy S25 Ultra 256GB

£58.00/mo + £30 upfront

Unlimited data 24-month contract

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Coverage FAQ — SR16

Best network for SR16?

EE leads with 93/100 — driven by 85% 5G and 100% 4G in this densely populated urban part of Sunderland.

Is 5G available in SR16?

EE provides excellent 5G coverage at 85%. Three follows at 74%.

Which network has the best 4G?

EE leads 4G too at 100%. Reliable 4G is critical in densely populated urban areas.

Is O2 worth considering?

O2 scores 84/100 in SR16 (68% 5G, 100% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.