Q1
Best network for ST1?
EE leads with 84/100 — driven by 70% 5G and 99% 4G in this mixed urban-rural part of Stoke.
ST1 DISTRICT · STOKE
Best mobile network in ST1 Stoke postcode district
Comparing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three across 5G · 4G · 3G for the ST1 postcode district in Stoke.
RESULT · ST1 · STOKE
Coverage for ST1 district
★ BEST OPERATOR
EE
84/100
EE delivers the strongest coverage for the ST1 district in Stoke. Scored across 5G, 4G and 3G using the latest UK operator footprint data.
Full ranking — ST1
#1
EE
#2
O2
#3
Three
#4
Vodafone
Coverage analysis — ST1
Cross-referencing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three using Ofcom 2024 data, EE delivers the strongest signal in Stoke. In this mixed urban-rural area, EE achieves an overall coverage score of 84/100 — driven by strong 5G coverage (70%) and rock-solid 4G at 99%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.
EE comfortably leads O2 by 9 points overall. While O2 reaches 52% on 5G and 97% on 4G in Stoke, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. Three and Vodafone round out the field at 73 and 72 respectively.
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Coverage FAQ — ST1
Q2
Is 5G available in ST1?
EE provides strong 5G coverage at 70%. O2 follows at 52%.
Q3
Which network has the best 4G?
EE leads 4G too at 99%. Reliable 4G is critical in mixed urban-rural areas.
Q4
Is Three worth considering?
Three scores 73/100 in ST1 (48% 5G, 100% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.