Three
Three 4G Hub (24m)
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£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
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Best Environmentally-Focused Comparison Platform 2026, SME News IT AwardsFull Fibre (FTTP)
94.11%
Above UK
Gigabit Broadband
96.31%
Above UK
Average Speed
243Mbps
Prices from
£15.00p/m
Data sources: Pricing & Providers by Switchity | Coverage statistics provided by ThinkBroadband Labs.
Cheapest broadband deals in Preston
4th Utility
150Mb Full Fibre CityFibre (24 Months)
£13.50for 12 months
Then £18.00 a month
Price could change during your contract
150Mavg speed
24mcontract
£0.00set-up
Effective Monthly Cost£15.75
More details about 150Mb Full Fibre CityFibre (24 Months)
Virgin Media
M250 Broadband Only
£18.99a month
Price rises
£22.99 from 1 April 2027
£26.99 from 1 April 2028
264Mavg speed
24mcontract
£0.00set-up
Effective Monthly Cost£22.99
More details about M250 Broadband OnlyFastest broadband deals in Preston
Sky
Full Fibre 5 Gigafast+
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£42.00a month
Price could change during your contract
5Gavg speed
24mcontract
£5.00set-up
Effective Monthly Cost£38.25
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Full Fibre 2.5 Gigafast+
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£32.00a month
Price could change during your contract
2.5Gavg speed
24mcontract
£5.00set-up
Effective Monthly Cost£28.25
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toob
Home 2300
£29.00a month
Price rises
£31.00 from 1 April 2027
£33.00 from 1 April 2028
2.3Gavg speed
24mcontract
£0.00set-up
Effective Monthly Cost£31.00
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Sky
Sky Stream, Essential TV & Netflix with Full Fibre 150
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£32.00a month
Prices may rise during your contract
150Mavg speed
24mcontract
£5.00set-up
Effective Monthly Cost£32.21
More details about Sky Stream, Essential TV & Netflix with Full Fibre 150Virgin 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 + FlexSky
Sky Stream, Essential TV & Netflix with Full Fibre Gigafast
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£35.00a month
Prices may rise during your contract
900Mavg speed
24mcontract
£0.00set-up
Effective Monthly Cost£35.00
More details about Sky Stream, Essential TV & Netflix with Full Fibre GigafastAverage 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 Preston?
Preston has strong broadband infrastructure across most of the city, with 94% full-fibre coverage and near-universal superfast availability. The best connectivity is found in the northern and central areas, while some eastern and rural locations have fewer options.
Fulwood has excellent coverage from multiple providers, including Virgin Media's latest full-fibre upgrades offering speeds up to 2Gbps, plus access to independent networks. Deepdale and Ribbleton benefit from particularly strong competition, with CityFibre's network available alongside Virgin Media and other full-fibre providers. Penwortham south of the river enjoys good full-fibre and cable coverage, with several alternative networks competing for customers. Ashton-on-Ribble and Ingol have solid Virgin Media cable coverage but fewer independent full-fibre options. Samlesbury and Cottam in the rural outskirts have more limited availability, with residents often restricted to fewer providers.
Broadband providers in Preston
Independent customer ratings pulled from Trustpilot.
4th Utility
4.5
Based on 11.6k 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
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
Rise Fibre
4.6
Based on 6.6k 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
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
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Alternative broadband providers in Preston
Preston has exceptionally strong alternative network coverage at 59%, well above most UK cities. Multiple independent full-fibre providers compete across Fulwood, Deepdale, Ribbleton, and Penwortham. CityFibre's network covers Deepdale, Ribbleton, Fishwick, and the city centre, with providers like Sky, Vodafone, Zen, toob, and Cuckoo all offering packages with speeds up to 5,000Mbps. Western areas like Lea, Cottam, and Ingol have fewer alternative options.
Broadband coverage and technology in Preston
Here is a breakdown of the network coverage available across 76,306 premises in Preston, benchmarked directly against current UK national averages.
Full Fibre (FTTP)
94.11%
Above UK
Virgin Media
69.10%
Above UK
Gigabit
96.31%
Above UK
Altnets
58.78%
Above UK
Part-Fibre (FTTC)
99.70%
UK average
Copper ADSL
0.16%
Above UK
Preston residents enjoy better broadband choice than most UK cities, with nearly 96% gigabit availability combining widespread full-fibre rollout and extensive Virgin Media cable coverage. The standout feature is the 59% altnet coverage, meaning many households can choose between multiple independent full-fibre providers competing alongside major networks. Virtually every home has at least superfast speeds available, with barely any properties still relying on basic copper connections. Your specific options depend heavily on your neighbourhood, with central and northern areas typically having the widest choice.
Data sources: Coverage statistics provided by ThinkBroadband Labs (Correct as of September 2026).
How to choose the best broadband deal in Preston
The four things worth checking before you commit to a 24-month contract.
Best value broadband deal
Preston's 18 active broadband providers keep prices competitive. Right now the best value deal is Three's Three 4G Hub (24m) at £15.00 a month for 10Mbps 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 Preston is Sky's Full Fibre 5 Gigafast+ at 5000Mbps for £42.00 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 Preston 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 Preston 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 Preston
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 Preston — common questions
Currently, the fastest option in Preston reaches speeds of 5000Mbps. You can get this speed with the Sky Full Fibre 5 Gigafast+ package.
Prices in the area currently start from £15.00 per month. Our data shows that Three Three 4G Hub (24m) offers the best value for money right now.
Yes, combining internet and entertainment is a great way to save money in Preston. Currently, our top-rated bundle is Sky Sky Stream, Essential TV & Netflix with Full Fibre 150 — just £32.00 per month.
Competition is high in Preston. 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 94.11%. This technology delivers the most reliable connection for streaming and gaming compared to older copper connections.
Virgin Media's cable network currently covers 69.1% of the Preston area. If you fall outside this coverage zone, you can likely still access high speeds via the Openreach network.
Switching providers in Preston 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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