Q1
Best network for WN3?
EE leads with 84/100 — driven by 70% 5G and 99% 4G in this mixed urban-rural part of Wigan.
WN3 DISTRICT · WIGAN
Best mobile network in WN3 Wigan postcode district
Comparing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three across 5G · 4G · 3G for the WN3 postcode district in Wigan.
RESULT · WN3 · WIGAN
Coverage for WN3 district
★ BEST OPERATOR
EE
84/100
EE delivers the strongest coverage for the WN3 district in Wigan. Scored across 5G, 4G and 3G using the latest UK operator footprint data.
Full ranking — WN3
#1
EE
#2
O2
#3
Three
#4
Vodafone
Coverage analysis — WN3
Drawing on Ofcom Connected Nations 2024 premises coverage statistics, EE leads the field in Wigan. 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 10 points overall. While O2 reaches 51% on 5G and 97% on 4G in Wigan, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. Three and Vodafone round out the field at 73 and 70 respectively.
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Coverage FAQ — WN3
Q2
Is 5G available in WN3?
EE provides strong 5G coverage at 70%. O2 follows at 51%.
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 WN3 (48% 5G, 99% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.