Q1
Best network for TD9?
Three leads with 92/100 — driven by 100% 5G and 100% 4G in this rural part of Galashiels.
TD9 DISTRICT · CUMBERLAND
Best mobile network in Hawick TD9 · Cumberland
Three scores 92/100 — the best measured network for TD9 in Galashiels, 13 points clear of the weakest. 100% 5G-grade · 100% 4G. Ofcom Mobile Coverage data (May 2025), measured across 33 addresses in 5 sampled postcodes.
The TD9 district covers Hawick, Bewcastle, Nicholforest and Denholm, in Cumberland. Signal varies street by street — scan your exact postcode below.
RESULT · TD9 · GALASHIELS
Coverage for TD9 district
★ BEST MEASURED
Three
92/100
Three has the strongest measured coverage for the TD9 district in Galashiels, 13 points clear of the weakest network in Ofcom's data.
Full ranking — TD9
#1
Three
#2
Vodafone
#3
O2
#4
EE
Coverage analysis — TD9
According to Ofcom's Mobile Coverage data, Three comes out on top for Galashiels. In this rural area, Three achieves an overall coverage score of 92/100 — 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 consistently leads Vodafone by 5 points overall. While Vodafone reaches 97% on 5G and 100% on 4G in Galashiels, it falls short of Three's combined performance across all bands. O2 and EE round out the field at 84 and 79 respectively.
In rural areas like Galashiels, 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 TD9?
Three's 5G rollout in Galashiels is among the strongest nationally, covering 100% of premises in the TD9 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 TD9 is Vodafone at 87/100 (97% 5G / 100% 4G). The margin is noticeable but not enormous. Three edges ahead on 5G depth; if your plan is with Vodafone, 4G performance should still be solid.
Switching to Three in Hawick
Three has the strongest measured signal here — 92/100, with 100% 5G-grade and 100% 4G coverage across Hawick, Bewcastle, Nicholforest and Denholm, 13 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 — TD9
Q2
Is 5G available in TD9?
Three provides excellent 5G coverage at 100%. Vodafone follows at 97%.
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 84/100 in TD9 (82% 5G, 100% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.