Community Fibre
100 Mbps Fibre Broadband (24m)
£14.00a month
Price rises
£17.00 from 1 April 2027
£20.00 from 1 April 2028
100Mavg speed
24mcontract
£0.00set-up
Effective Monthly Cost£17.00
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Best Environmentally-Focused Comparison Platform 2026, SME News IT AwardsFull Fibre (FTTP)
76.67%
Below UK
Gigabit Broadband
97.44%
Above UK
Average Speed
200Mbps
Prices from
£14.00p/m
Data sources: Pricing & Providers by Switchity | Coverage statistics provided by ThinkBroadband Labs.
Cheapest broadband deals in Islington
Community Fibre
150 Mbps Fibre Broadband (24m)
£15.00a month
Price rises
£18.00 from 1 April 2027
£21.00 from 1 April 2028
150Mavg speed
24mcontract
£0.00set-up
Effective Monthly Cost£18.00
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Three
Three 4G Hub (24m)
Claim up to £200 switching credit.
£15.00a month
Price rises
£18.50 from 1 April 2027
£22.00 from 1 April 2028
10Mavg speed
24mcontract
£0.00set-up
Effective Monthly Cost£18.50
More details about Three 4G Hub (24m)Fastest broadband deals in Islington
Community Fibre
5 Gbps Premium Broadband (24m)
£63.00a month
Price rises
£66.00 from 1 April 2027
£69.00 from 1 April 2028
5Gavg speed
24mcontract
£0.00set-up
Effective Monthly Cost£66.00
More details about 5 Gbps Premium Broadband (24m)Community Fibre
2 Gbps Fibre Broadband (24m)
£25.00a month
Price rises
£28.00 from 1 April 2027
£31.00 from 1 April 2028
2Gavg speed
24mcontract
£0.00set-up
Effective Monthly Cost£28.00
More details about 2 Gbps Fibre Broadband (24m)
Virgin Media
Gig1 Broadband Only
£23.99a month
Price rises
£27.99 from 1 April 2027
£31.99 from 1 April 2028
1.1Gavg speed
24mcontract
£0.00set-up
Effective Monthly Cost£27.99
More details about Gig1 Broadband OnlyBest broadband + TV bundles in Islington
Virgin Media
M125 Broadband + Flex
TV
£28.99a month
Price rises
£32.99 from 1 April 2027
£36.99 from 1 April 2028
132Mavg speed
24mcontract
£0.00set-up
Effective Monthly Cost£32.99
More details about M125 Broadband + FlexVirgin Media
M500 Entertainment + Netflix
TVOffer ends 14 Oct
£32.99a month
Price rises
£36.99 from 1 April 2027
£40.99 from 1 April 2028
516Mavg speed
24mcontract
£0.00set-up
Effective Monthly Cost£36.99
More details about M500 Entertainment + NetflixVirgin Media
M250 Broadband + Flex TV + O2 SIM
TV
£33.99a month
Price rises
£40.49 from 1 April 2027
£46.99 from 1 April 2028
264Mavg speed
24mcontract
£0.00set-up
Effective Monthly Cost£40.49
More details about M250 Broadband + Flex TV + O2 SIMAverage speed is the download speed at least half of customers get at peak time (8pm to 10pm). We earn a commission from the provider when you switch through our links, at no extra cost to you. Commission never affects how deals are ranked.
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How Good is Broadband in Islington?
Islington enjoys excellent broadband infrastructure with nearly 97% gigabit coverage and strong competition from alternative networks across most of the borough. Full-fibre availability reaches over 77%, though this varies significantly by neighbourhood.
Highbury, Canonbury, and Barnsbury benefit from comprehensive full-fibre coverage with multiple providers competing for customers, typically offering the best choice of speeds and deals. Holloway and the Essex Road area have similarly strong infrastructure with excellent availability from both major providers and independent networks. Angel and Pentonville maintain good coverage from Virgin Media's cable network and growing full-fibre options. King's Cross borders and Somers Town show patchier availability where Islington meets Camden, with some gaps in both cable and full-fibre networks. De Beauvoir and areas toward Dalston have strong full-fibre coverage including access to Virgin Media's newest 2Gbps technology in specific locations.
Broadband providers in Islington
Independent customer ratings pulled from Trustpilot.
Community Fibre
4.7
Based on 95.1k Trustpilot reviews
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Checked 11 September 2026
Plusnet
1.7
Based on 12.6k Trustpilot reviews
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Checked 11 September 2026
Pop Telecom
4.3
Based on 11.4k Trustpilot reviews
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Checked 11 September 2026
Rebel Internet
4.5
Based on 911 Trustpilot reviews
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Checked 11 September 2026
The One
1.8
Based on 498 Trustpilot reviews
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Checked 11 September 2026
Three
4.6
Based on 67.9k Trustpilot reviews
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Checked 11 September 2026
Virgin Media
1.7
Based on 106.6k Trustpilot reviews
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Checked 11 September 2026
Vodafone
4.7
Based on 142.0k Trustpilot reviews
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Checked 11 September 2026
NOW Broadband
1.1
Based on 15.0k Trustpilot reviews
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Checked 11 September 2026
TalkTalk
2.1
Based on 89.7k Trustpilot reviews
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Checked 11 September 2026
Zen Internet
4.3
Based on 18.4k Trustpilot reviews
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Checked 11 September 2026
Onestream
4.3
Based on 41.9k Trustpilot reviews
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Checked 11 September 2026
V4 Consumer
4.4
Based on 1.5k Trustpilot reviews
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Checked 11 September 2026
4th Utility
4.5
Based on 11.6k Trustpilot reviews
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Checked 11 September 2026
Rise Fibre
4.6
Based on 6.6k Trustpilot reviews
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Checked 11 September 2026
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Alternative broadband providers in Islington
Islington has exceptional competition from independent full-fibre providers, with coverage reaching nearly 57% of the borough. Residents in Holloway, Highbury, Canonbury, Barnsbury, and around Upper Street typically have access to multiple alternative networks, which often means better value deals than the major providers offer.
Broadband coverage and technology in Islington
Here is a breakdown of the network coverage available across 54,214 premises in Islington, benchmarked directly against current UK national averages.
Full Fibre (FTTP)
76.67%
Below UK
Virgin Media
89.22%
Above UK
Gigabit
97.44%
Above UK
Altnets
56.57%
Above UK
Part-Fibre (FTTC)
99.28%
UK average
Copper ADSL
0.72%
UK average
Islington's impressive gigabit availability stems primarily from Virgin Media's cable network covering over 89% of homes, which compensates for full-fibre rollout sitting slightly below the UK average. The strong presence of alternative networks means many residents can choose between multiple providers rather than relying solely on BT's Openreach infrastructure. With virtually universal superfast coverage and fewer than 1% of homes still on basic copper connections, most Islington addresses have access to fast, reliable broadband. The specific providers available do vary considerably by postcode, so it's worth checking which networks serve your exact street.
Data sources: Coverage statistics provided by ThinkBroadband Labs (Correct as of September 2026).
How to choose the best broadband deal in Islington
The four things worth checking before you commit to a 24-month contract.
Best value broadband deal
Islington's 18 active broadband providers keep prices competitive. Right now the best value full-fibre deal is Community Fibre's 100 Mbps Fibre Broadband (24m) at £14.00 a month for 100Mbps on a 24-month contract. Compare the effective monthly cost (including any setup fees and rewards) to find the true cheapest deal.
Best deal for speed
The fastest full-fibre broadband deal in Islington is Community Fibre's 5 Gbps Premium Broadband (24m) at 5000Mbps for £63.00 a month. Ideal for households running multiple 4K streams, video calls or large file transfers.
One Touch Switch
Thanks to Ofcom’s One Touch Switch, changing providers in Islington requires just a single request. Simply sign up with your new supplier and they will manage the cancellation of your old contract automatically.
No more retention calls; just a seamless switch.
In contract? Calculate before you switch
Check your Early Termination Fee (ETF) with our calculator to see if switching saves you money overall. Some providers will even pay this fee for you. Alternatively, use your estimate to haggle a better deal with your current provider.
ETF calculatorPrices and packages for Islington come from our live deal feed, covering 18+ UK providers, and are researched using a sample postcode in the area.
Eco impact
Switch smarter & make a difference in Islington
Every successful switch through Switchity plants two trees through our verified reforestation partner, Ecologi. A mature tree takes up about 22 kg of CO₂ a year, according to the European Environment Agency. Once grown, the 450 trees our switchers have funded could absorb around 9,900 kg of CO₂ a year.
450 / 1000 trees45% to goal
2
Trees per switch
9,900 kg
CO₂ a year, once grown
£19,000+
Customer savings
Savings estimated for broadband switches, from the typical bill our exit-fee calculator users report against comparable deals on our panel.
Broadband in Islington — common questions
Currently, the fastest option in Islington reaches speeds of 5000Mbps. You can get this speed with the Community Fibre 5 Gbps Premium Broadband (24m) package.
Prices in the area currently start from £14.00 per month. Our data shows that Community Fibre 100 Mbps Fibre Broadband (24m) offers the best value for money right now.
Yes, combining internet and entertainment is a great way to save money in Islington. Currently, our top-rated bundle is Virgin Media M125 Broadband + Flex — just £28.99 per month.
Competition is high in Islington. We found 18 different providers serving the area, including major networks like Sky and BT, plus independent Altnets.
Yes, Full Fibre coverage is currently at 76.67%. This technology delivers the most reliable connection for streaming and gaming compared to older copper connections.
Virgin Media's cable network currently covers 89.22% of the Islington area. If you fall outside this coverage zone, you can likely still access high speeds via the Openreach network.
Switching providers in Islington is now easier than ever thanks to One Touch Switch. You don't need to contact your old provider to cancel, simply choose a new deal from the 18 available ISPs and they'll handle the cancellation for you.
Our community impact
Every switch through Switchity supports reforestation and saves our community money on their broadband.
450
Trees grown together
£19,000
Saved by community
£105
Typical yearly saving
550
Trees to go to goal
Savings are estimates: the typical bill our exit-fee calculator users report against comparable deals on our panel, applied per confirmed broadband switch. Ofcom finds in-contract broadband customers pay £7 to £9 a month less than out-of-contract customers (February 2026). How we work this out
Written by Claudia Constantin, Co-Founder & Managing EditorPublished · Updated
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