Broadband in Merton: 82% can get full fibre.
In Merton, 81.6% of premises can get full fibre (Ofcom, January 2026), above the UK figure of 81%. Gigabit speeds reach 94.7%, because upgraded cable networks such as Virgin Media’s add to full fibre. Merton ranks 179th of 361 council areas for full fibre.
Broadband coverage in Merton
Three things to know before you choose
81.6% can get full fibre, above the UK figure, but about 16,962 premises still cannot. Check your exact address first.
94.7% can get gigabit speeds, partly over cable. Full fibre gives faster uploads; cable is usually fine for streaming and gaming.
50% of premises that can get full fibre use it, above the UK figure of 47.1%.
Merton vs London, 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 Merton is catching up
Full fibre
July 2025 to January 2026. 356th biggest rise of 359 councils.
Gigabit
Already high, so new full fibre adds less here.
Most homes that can get full fibre in Merton use it
Of every 100 premises, 82 can get full fibre and 41 use it. That is a take-up of 50%, against 47.1% across the UK.
Compare full fibre dealsBroadband providers and cheapest deals in Merton
15 providers have broadband deals at SW19 3GZ, a postcode in Merton:
| 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 SW19 3GZ 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* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wandsworth | 85.2% | 90.3% | +1.3 pts |
| Lambeth | 83.5% | 92.3% | +1.8 pts |
| Merton | 81.6% | 94.7% | -2.9 pts |
| Sutton | 78.1% | 91.7% | +1.0 pts |
| Kingston upon Thames | 71.2% | 91.2% | +4.6 pts |
| Richmond upon Thames | 70.4% | 90.8% | +3.6 pts |
The five nearest council areas, sorted by full fibre. * Change in full fibre since July 2025, percentage points.
Broadband in Merton: common questions
Is full fibre available in Merton?
Yes, for 81.6% of premises in January 2026 (75,125 homes and businesses), according to Ofcom. Coverage varies street by street, so check your postcode.
What is the fastest broadband in Merton?
94.7% of premises can get gigabit speeds of about 1,000 Mb, from full fibre or upgraded cable networks.
Which broadband providers cover Merton?
At SW19 3GZ we found 15 providers, including POP Telecom, Rebel, Onestream, Vodafone. Enter your own postcode to see every network at your address.
How does Merton compare with the UK?
Full fibre in Merton is 0.6 points above the UK figure of 81%. It ranks 179th of 361 council areas.
Can I get help if my broadband in Merton is very slow?
Yes. 53 premises in Merton 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 SW19 3GZ. Methodology →