Q1
Best network for SR4?
EE leads with 91/100 — driven by 83% 5G and 99% 4G in this densely populated urban part of Sunderland.
SR4 DISTRICT · SUNDERLAND
Best mobile network in SR4 Sunderland postcode district
Comparing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three across 5G · 4G · 3G for the SR4 postcode district in Sunderland.
RESULT · SR4 · SUNDERLAND
Coverage for SR4 district
★ BEST OPERATOR
EE
91/100
EE delivers the strongest coverage for the SR4 district in Sunderland. Scored across 5G, 4G and 3G using the latest UK operator footprint data.
Full ranking — SR4
#1
EE
#2
Three
#3
Vodafone
#4
O2
Coverage analysis — SR4
Cross-referencing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three using Ofcom 2024 data, EE outperforms rivals in Sunderland. In this densely populated urban area, EE achieves an overall coverage score of 91/100 — driven by strong 5G coverage (83%) and rock-solid 4G at 99%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.
EE consistently leads Three by 2 points overall. While Three reaches 77% on 5G and 100% on 4G in Sunderland, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. Vodafone and O2 round out the field at 86 and 85 respectively.
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Coverage FAQ — SR4
Q2
Is 5G available in SR4?
EE provides strong 5G coverage at 83%. Three follows at 77%.
Q3
Which network has the best 4G?
EE leads 4G too at 99%. Reliable 4G is critical in densely populated urban areas.
Q4
Is Vodafone worth considering?
Vodafone scores 86/100 in SR4 (72% 5G, 100% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.