SR3 DISTRICT · SUNDERLAND

Best mobile network in SR3 Sunderland postcode district

Comparing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three across 5G · 4G · 3G for the SR3 postcode district in Sunderland.

RESULT · SR3 · SUNDERLAND

Coverage for SR3 district

Sunderland · Densely populated urban density area · SR postcode area

★ BEST OPERATOR
EE
92/100

EE delivers the strongest coverage for the SR3 district in Sunderland. Scored across 5G, 4G and 3G using the latest UK operator footprint data.

5G
83%
4G
100%
3G
100%

Full ranking — SR3

#1
EE
Overall: 92/100
5G
83%
4G
100%
3G
100%
#2
Three
Overall: 89/100
5G
80%
4G
99%
3G
98%
#3
O2
Overall: 86/100
5G
73%
4G
100%
3G
100%
#4
Vodafone
Overall: 84/100
5G
69%
4G
100%
3G
98%

Coverage analysis — SR3

Drawing on Ofcom Connected Nations 2024 premises coverage statistics, EE leads the field in Sunderland. In this densely populated urban area, EE achieves an overall coverage score of 92/100 — driven by strong 5G coverage (83%) and rock-solid 4G at 100%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.

EE comfortably leads Three by 3 points overall. While Three reaches 80% on 5G and 99% on 4G in Sunderland, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. O2 and Vodafone round out the field at 86 and 84 respectively.

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Explore the Sunderland area

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Coverage FAQ — SR3

Q1

Best network for SR3?

EE leads with 92/100 — driven by 83% 5G and 100% 4G in this densely populated urban part of Sunderland.

Q2

Is 5G available in SR3?

EE provides strong 5G coverage at 83%. Three follows at 80%.

Q3

Which network has the best 4G?

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

Q4

Is O2 worth considering?

O2 scores 86/100 in SR3 (73% 5G, 100% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.