Broadband in Fife: 72% can get full fibre.
In Fife, 71.7% of premises can get full fibre (Ofcom, January 2026), below the UK figure of 81%. Gigabit speeds reach 83.1%, because upgraded cable networks such as Virgin Media’s add to full fibre. Full fibre grew by 3.9 points in six months. It ranks 276th of 361 council areas for full fibre.
Broadband coverage in Fife
Three things to know before you choose
About 55,854 premises in Fife cannot get full fibre yet, so check your exact address before you pick a deal.
83.1% can get gigabit speeds, partly over cable. Full fibre gives faster uploads; cable is usually fine for streaming and gaming.
53% of premises that can get full fibre use it, above the UK figure of 47.1%.
Fife vs Scotland 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 Fife is catching up
Full fibre
July 2025 to January 2026. 113th biggest rise of 359 councils.
Gigabit
Gigabit coverage includes full fibre and upgraded cable.
Most homes that can get full fibre in Fife use it
Of every 100 premises, 72 can get full fibre and 38 use it. That is a take-up of 53%, against 47.1% across the UK.
Compare full fibre dealsBroadband providers and cheapest deals in Fife
16 providers have broadband deals at KY8 5QE, a postcode in Fife:
| Speed | Cheapest deal | Average a month | Deals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everyday Under 150 Mb | Three 4G Hub (24m) 10 Mb · 24 months | £17.50 | 23 |
| 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 KY8 5QE on 28 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* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midlothian | 92.5% | 92.5% | +1.9 pts |
| East Lothian | 87.8% | 87.8% | +1.5 pts |
| Clackmannanshire | 86.2% | 86.2% | +0.9 pts |
| Dundee City | 85.8% | 94.2% | +1.4 pts |
| City of Edinburgh | 84.2% | 92.7% | +1.2 pts |
| Fife | 71.7% | 83.1% | +3.9 pts |
The five nearest council areas, sorted by full fibre. * Change in full fibre since July 2025, percentage points.
Broadband in Fife: common questions
Is full fibre available in Fife?
Yes, for 71.7% of premises in January 2026 (141,357 homes and businesses), according to Ofcom. Coverage varies street by street, so check your postcode.
What is the fastest broadband in Fife?
83.1% of premises can get gigabit speeds of about 1,000 Mb, from full fibre or upgraded cable networks.
Which broadband providers cover Fife?
At KY8 5QE we found 16 providers, including POP Telecom, Rebel, Onestream, Vodafone. Enter your own postcode to see every network at your address.
How does Fife compare with the UK?
Full fibre in Fife is 9.3 points below the UK figure of 81%. It ranks 276th of 361 council areas.
Can I get help if my broadband in Fife is very slow?
Yes. 712 premises in Fife 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 KY8 5QE. Methodology →