Broadband in Melton: 67% can get full fibre.
In Melton, 67.2% of premises can get full fibre (Ofcom, January 2026), below the UK figure of 81%. Gigabit speeds reach 78.8%, because upgraded cable networks such as Virgin Media’s add to full fibre. Full fibre grew by 4.1 points in six months. It ranks 310th of 361 council areas for full fibre.
Broadband coverage in Melton
Three things to know before you choose
About 8,759 premises in Melton cannot get full fibre yet, so check your exact address before you pick a deal.
78.8% can get gigabit speeds, partly over cable. Full fibre gives faster uploads; cable is usually fine for streaming and gaming.
Only 40% of premises that can get full fibre use it. If your street has it, you may get more speed for a similar price.
Melton vs the East Midlands, 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 Melton is catching up
Full fibre
July 2025 to January 2026. 106th biggest rise of 359 councils.
Gigabit
Gigabit coverage includes full fibre and upgraded cable.
Most homes that can get full fibre in Melton haven’t switched
Of every 100 premises, 67 can get full fibre and 27 use it. That is a take-up of 40%, against 47.1% across the UK.
Compare full fibre dealsBroadband providers and cheapest deals in Melton
11 providers have broadband deals at LE14 4SB, a postcode in Melton:
| 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 LE14 4SB 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* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leicester | 94.4% | 97.6% | +0.4 pts |
| Charnwood | 88.7% | 93.7% | +13.9 pts |
| Rutland | 78.8% | 78.8% | +2.5 pts |
| South Kesteven | 78.1% | 83% | +6.4 pts |
| Melton | 67.2% | 78.8% | +4.1 pts |
| Rushcliffe | 64.8% | 80.9% | +4.7 pts |
The five nearest council areas, sorted by full fibre. * Change in full fibre since July 2025, percentage points.
Broadband in Melton: common questions
Is full fibre available in Melton?
Yes, for 67.2% of premises in January 2026 (17,954 homes and businesses), according to Ofcom. Coverage varies street by street, so check your postcode.
What is the fastest broadband in Melton?
78.8% of premises can get gigabit speeds of about 1,000 Mb, from full fibre or upgraded cable networks.
Which broadband providers cover Melton?
At LE14 4SB we found 11 providers, including POP Telecom, Starlink, Onestream, Vodafone. Enter your own postcode to see every network at your address.
How does Melton compare with the UK?
Full fibre in Melton is 13.8 points below the UK figure of 81%. It ranks 310th of 361 council areas.
Can I get help if my broadband in Melton is very slow?
Yes. 404 premises in Melton 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 LE14 4SB. Methodology →