Broadband in Maldon: 82% can get full fibre.
In Maldon, 82.2% of premises can get full fibre (Ofcom, January 2026), above the UK figure of 81%. Gigabit speeds reach 82.2% of premises. Full fibre grew by 0.4 points in six months. It ranks 169th of 361 council areas for full fibre.
Broadband coverage in Maldon
Three things to know before you choose
82.2% can get full fibre, above the UK figure, but about 5,734 premises still cannot. Check your exact address first.
Here, gigabit coverage (82.2%) comes mainly from full fibre, so faster uploads usually come with it.
65% of premises that can get full fibre use it, above the UK figure of 47.1%.
Maldon 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 Maldon is catching up
Full fibre
July 2025 to January 2026. 321st biggest rise of 359 councils.
Gigabit
Gigabit coverage includes full fibre and upgraded cable.
Most homes that can get full fibre in Maldon use it
Of every 100 premises, 82 can get full fibre and 53 use it. That is a take-up of 65%, against 47.1% across the UK.
Compare full fibre dealsBroadband providers and cheapest deals in Maldon
11 providers have broadband deals at CM9 8EJ, a postcode in Maldon:
| Speed | Cheapest deal | Average a month | Deals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everyday Under 150 Mb | Onestream Fibre 40 40 Mb · 24 months | £21.25 | 31 |
| Fast 150–500 Mb | Starlink Residential - 200 Mbps 200 Mb · 1 months | £79 | 2 |
Broadband-only deals listed for CM9 8EJ 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* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Braintree | 90.3% | 90.3% | +0.4 pts |
| Rochford | 89.9% | 89.9% | +9.5 pts |
| Maldon | 82.2% | 82.2% | +0.4 pts |
| Chelmsford | 81.1% | 87.9% | +1.9 pts |
| Tendring | 79.4% | 79.4% | +2.4 pts |
| Colchester | 68% | 82.2% | +6.5 pts |
The five nearest council areas, sorted by full fibre. * Change in full fibre since July 2025, percentage points.
Broadband in Maldon: common questions
Is full fibre available in Maldon?
Yes, for 82.2% of premises in January 2026 (26,438 homes and businesses), according to Ofcom. Coverage varies street by street, so check your postcode.
What is the fastest broadband in Maldon?
82.2% of premises can get gigabit speeds of about 1,000 Mb, from full fibre.
Which broadband providers cover Maldon?
At CM9 8EJ we found 11 providers, including POP Telecom, Starlink, Onestream, Vodafone. Enter your own postcode to see every network at your address.
How does Maldon compare with the UK?
Full fibre in Maldon is 1.2 points above the UK figure of 81%. It ranks 169th of 361 council areas.
Can I get help if my broadband in Maldon is very slow?
Yes. 208 premises in Maldon 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 CM9 8EJ. Methodology →