Q1
Best network for TF6?
Three leads with 97/100 — driven by 100% 5G and 100% 4G in this mixed urban-rural part of Telford.
TF6 DISTRICT · SHROPSHIRE
Best mobile network in Hodnet TF6 · Shropshire
Three scores 97/100 — the best measured network for TF6 in Telford, 10 points clear of the weakest. 100% 5G-grade · 100% 4G. Ofcom Mobile Coverage data (May 2025), measured across 41 addresses in 6 sampled postcodes.
The TF6 district covers Hodnet, Edgmond, Shawbury and Ercall Magna, in Shropshire. Signal varies street by street — scan your exact postcode below.
RESULT · TF6 · TELFORD
Coverage for TF6 district
★ BEST MEASURED
Three
97/100
Three has the strongest measured coverage for the TF6 district in Telford, 10 points clear of the weakest network in Ofcom's data.
Full ranking — TF6
#1
Three
#2
Vodafone
#3
EE
#4
O2
Coverage analysis — TF6
Drawing on Ofcom's sampled address-level coverage, Three outperforms rivals in Telford. In this mixed urban-rural area, Three achieves an overall coverage score of 97/100 — 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 noticeably leads Vodafone by 2 points overall. While Vodafone reaches 100% on 5G and 100% on 4G in Telford, it falls short of Three's combined performance across all bands. EE and O2 round out the field at 93 and 87 respectively.
Why Three for TF6?
Three's 5G rollout in Telford is among the strongest nationally, covering 100% of premises in the TF6 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 TF6 is Vodafone at 95/100 (100% 5G / 100% 4G). It is a close contest — both operators deliver strong coverage in TF6, and your choice may come down to tariff, handset preference, or existing contract.
Switching to Three in Hodnet
Three has the strongest measured signal here — 97/100, with 100% 5G-grade and 100% 4G coverage across Hodnet, Edgmond, Shawbury and Ercall Magna, 10 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 — TF6
Q2
Is 5G available in TF6?
Three provides excellent 5G coverage at 100%. Vodafone follows at 100%.
Q3
Which network has the best 4G?
Three leads 4G too at 100%. Reliable 4G is critical in mixed urban-rural areas.
Q4
Is EE worth considering?
EE scores 93/100 in TF6 (100% 5G, 100% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.