Q1
Best network for SY7?
Three leads with 100/100 — driven by 100% 5G and 100% 4G in this rural part of Shrewsbury.
SY7 DISTRICT · HEREFORDSHIRE, COUNTY OF
Best mobile network in Clun SY7 · Herefordshire, County of
Three scores 100/100 — the best measured network for SY7 in Shrewsbury, 17 points clear of the weakest. 100% 5G-grade · 100% 4G. Ofcom Mobile Coverage data (May 2025), measured across 76 addresses in 6 sampled postcodes.
The SY7 district covers Clun, Kerry, Craven Arms and Abdon, in Herefordshire, County of. Signal varies street by street — scan your exact postcode below.
RESULT · SY7 · SHREWSBURY
Coverage for SY7 district
★ BEST MEASURED
Three
100/100
Three has the strongest measured coverage for the SY7 district in Shrewsbury, 17 points clear of the weakest network in Ofcom's data.
Full ranking — SY7
#1
Three
#2
EE
#3
O2
#4
Vodafone
Coverage analysis — SY7
Drawing on Ofcom's sampled address-level coverage, Three delivers the strongest signal in Shrewsbury. In this rural area, Three achieves an overall coverage score of 100/100 — driven by excellent 5G coverage (100%) and rock-solid 4G at 100%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.
Three clearly leads EE by 3 points overall. While EE reaches 99% on 5G and 100% on 4G in Shrewsbury, it falls short of Three's combined performance across all bands. O2 and Vodafone round out the field at 91 and 83 respectively.
In rural areas like Shrewsbury, 4G reliability often matters more than 5G availability. Three scores 100% on 4G here, making it the most dependable choice for voice calls and data in areas where 5G infrastructure is still limited.
Why Three for SY7?
Three's 5G rollout in Shrewsbury is among the strongest nationally, covering 100% of premises in the SY7 district. For anyone streaming video, gaming on mobile, or relying on a mobile hotspot at home, this level of 5G penetration makes a real difference to day-to-day speed.
The runner-up in SY7 is EE at 97/100 (99% 5G / 100% 4G). It is a close contest — both operators deliver strong coverage in SY7, and your choice may come down to tariff, handset preference, or existing contract.
Switching to Three in Clun
Three has the strongest measured signal here — 100/100, with 100% 5G-grade and 100% 4G coverage across Clun, Kerry, Craven Arms and Abdon, 17 points clear of the weakest. A cheaper plan on a network that does not reach your street costs more than it saves, so start from the coverage and pick the plan second.
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Coverage FAQ — SY7
Q2
Is 5G available in SY7?
Three provides excellent 5G coverage at 100%. EE follows at 99%.
Q3
Which network has the best 4G?
Three leads 4G too at 100%. Reliable 4G is critical in rural areas where 5G hasn't yet rolled out fully.
Q4
Is O2 worth considering?
O2 scores 91/100 in SY7 (92% 5G, 100% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.