Broadband in Epping Forest: 73% can get full fibre.
In Epping Forest, 73.1% of premises can get full fibre (Ofcom, January 2026), below the UK figure of 81%. Gigabit speeds reach 88.1%, because upgraded cable networks such as Virgin Media’s add to full fibre. Full fibre grew by 2.1 points in six months. It ranks 266th of 361 council areas for full fibre.
Broadband coverage in Epping Forest
Three things to know before you choose
About 16,914 premises in Epping Forest cannot get full fibre yet, so check your exact address before you pick a deal.
88.1% can get gigabit speeds, partly over cable. Full fibre gives faster uploads; cable is usually fine for streaming and gaming.
49% of premises that can get full fibre use it, above the UK figure of 47.1%.
Epping Forest vs the East of England, England and the UK
Region, nation and UK figures are totals of all council areas, weighted by premises. Take-up is the share of premises with full fibre available that use it.
How fast Epping Forest is catching up
Full fibre
July 2025 to January 2026. 192nd biggest rise of 359 councils.
Gigabit
Already high, so new full fibre adds less here.
Most homes that can get full fibre in Epping Forest haven’t switched
Of every 100 premises, 73 can get full fibre and 36 use it. That is a take-up of 49%, against 47.1% across the UK.
Compare full fibre dealsBroadband providers and cheapest deals in Epping Forest
15 providers have broadband deals at CM16 6DX, a postcode in Epping Forest:
| Speed | Cheapest deal | Average a month | Deals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everyday Under 150 Mb | NOW Broadband NOW Full Fibre 75 75 Mb · 24 months | £23.21 | 22 |
| Fast 150–500 Mb | Sky Full Fibre 150 150 Mb · 24 months | £24.21 | 24 |
| Very fast 500–900 Mb | Sky Full Fibre 500 500 Mb · 24 months | £27.21 | 17 |
| Gigabit 900 Mb + | Sky Full Fibre Gigafast 900 Mb · 24 months | £29.21 | 22 |
Broadband-only deals listed for CM16 6DX on 27 October 2026. Some networks, such as Virgin Media and smaller full fibre builders, are checked address by address, so your list may be longer. Average a month includes set-up fees and contracted price rises.
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Neighbouring council areas
| Council | Full fibre | Gigabit | Change* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redbridge | 84.8% | 93.3% | +0.2 pts |
| Brentwood | 84.7% | 84.7% | +0.3 pts |
| Havering | 84.5% | 91.2% | +0.3 pts |
| Broxbourne | 74.3% | 92.1% | -3.7 pts |
| Epping Forest | 73.1% | 88.1% | +2.1 pts |
| Harlow | 41.9% | 90.9% | +25.5 pts |
The five nearest council areas, sorted by full fibre. * Change in full fibre since July 2025, percentage points.
Useful for Epping Forest households
Broadband in Epping Forest: common questions
Is full fibre available in Epping Forest?
Yes, for 73.1% of premises in January 2026 (45,891 homes and businesses), according to Ofcom. Coverage varies street by street, so check your postcode.
What is the fastest broadband in Epping Forest?
88.1% of premises can get gigabit speeds of about 1,000 Mb, from full fibre or upgraded cable networks.
Which broadband providers cover Epping Forest?
At CM16 6DX we found 15 providers, including POP Telecom, Rebel, Onestream, Vodafone. Enter your own postcode to see every network at your address.
How does Epping Forest compare with the UK?
Full fibre in Epping Forest is 7.9 points below the UK figure of 81%. It ranks 266th of 361 council areas.
Can I get help if my broadband in Epping Forest is very slow?
Yes. 307 premises in Epping Forest cannot get 10 Mb. They can request a better connection under the Universal Service Obligation, free up to £3,400.
Coverage and take-up: Ofcom Connected Nations, January 2026 data, Open Government Licence v3.0. Region and location: Office for National Statistics, OGL v3.0. Deals: live prices for CM16 6DX. Methodology →