Q1
Best network for YO8?
EE leads with 100/100 — driven by 100% 5G and 100% 4G in this mixed urban-rural part of York.
YO8 DISTRICT · EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE
Best mobile network in Selby YO8 · East Riding of Yorkshire
EE scores 100/100 — the best measured network for YO8 in York, 10 points clear of the weakest. 100% 5G-grade · 100% 4G. Ofcom Mobile Coverage data (May 2025), measured across 91 addresses in 4 sampled postcodes.
The YO8 district covers Selby, Barlow, Cawood and Cliffe, in East Riding of Yorkshire. Signal varies street by street — scan your exact postcode below.
RESULT · YO8 · YORK
Coverage for YO8 district
★ BEST MEASURED
EE
100/100
EE has the strongest measured coverage for the YO8 district in York, 10 points clear of the weakest network in Ofcom's data.
Full ranking — YO8
#1
EE
#2
O2
#3
Three
#4
Vodafone
Coverage analysis — YO8
Comparing Ofcom-measured operator coverage, EE is the best choice for York. In this mixed urban-rural area, EE 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.
EE noticeably leads O2 by 0 points overall. While O2 reaches 100% on 5G and 100% on 4G in York, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. Three and Vodafone round out the field at 100 and 90 respectively.
Why EE for YO8?
EE's 5G rollout in York is among the strongest nationally, covering 100% of premises in the YO8 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 YO8 is O2 at 100/100 (100% 5G / 100% 4G). It is a close contest — both operators deliver strong coverage in YO8, and your choice may come down to tariff, handset preference, or existing contract.
Switching to EE in Selby
EE has the strongest measured signal here — 100/100, with 100% 5G-grade and 100% 4G coverage across Selby, Barlow, Cawood and Cliffe, 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 — YO8
Q2
Is 5G available in YO8?
EE provides excellent 5G coverage at 100%. O2 follows at 100%.
Q3
Which network has the best 4G?
EE leads 4G too at 100%. Reliable 4G is critical in mixed urban-rural areas.
Q4
Is Three worth considering?
Three scores 100/100 in YO8 (100% 5G, 100% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.
Checking mobile signal in a nearby postcode? View our network analysis for YO1, YO7 — or browse all York postcode districts.