Broadband in Stevenage: 57% can get full fibre.
In Stevenage, 56.8% of premises can get full fibre (Ofcom, January 2026), below the UK figure of 81%. Gigabit speeds reach 92.6%, because upgraded cable networks such as Virgin Media’s add to full fibre. Stevenage ranks 350th of 361 council areas for full fibre.
Broadband coverage in Stevenage
Three things to know before you choose
About 17,363 premises in Stevenage cannot get full fibre yet, so check your exact address before you pick a deal.
92.6% can get gigabit speeds, partly over cable. Full fibre gives faster uploads; cable is usually fine for streaming and gaming.
Only 37% of premises that can get full fibre use it. If your street has it, you may get more speed for a similar price.
Stevenage 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 Stevenage is catching up
Full fibre
July 2025 to January 2026. 359th biggest rise of 359 councils.
Gigabit
Already high, so new full fibre adds less here.
Most homes that can get full fibre in Stevenage haven’t switched
Of every 100 premises, 57 can get full fibre and 21 use it. That is a take-up of 37%, against 47.1% across the UK.
Compare full fibre dealsBroadband providers and cheapest deals in Stevenage
18 providers have broadband deals at SG1 1PW, a postcode in Stevenage:
| Speed | Cheapest deal | Average a month | Deals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everyday Under 150 Mb | Three 4G Hub (24m) 10 Mb · 24 months | £17.50 | 25 |
| Fast 150–500 Mb | YouFibre You 200 200 Mb · 24 months | £22 | 29 |
| Very fast 500–900 Mb | Virgin Media M500 Fibre broadband 516 Mb · 24 months | £25.99 | 18 |
| Gigabit 900 Mb + | YouFibre You 1000 900 Mb · 24 months | £24 | 26 |
Broadband-only deals listed for SG1 1PW 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* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luton | 91.6% | 98.1% | +0.4 pts |
| St Albans | 81.7% | 93.5% | +1.9 pts |
| East Hertfordshire | 71% | 84% | +3.9 pts |
| North Hertfordshire | 69.6% | 85.8% | +0.9 pts |
| Welwyn Hatfield | 60.1% | 88% | +0.2 pts |
| Stevenage | 56.8% | 92.6% | -4.6 pts |
The five nearest council areas, sorted by full fibre. * Change in full fibre since July 2025, percentage points.
Useful for Stevenage households
Broadband in Stevenage: common questions
Is full fibre available in Stevenage?
Yes, for 56.8% of premises in January 2026 (22,832 homes and businesses), according to Ofcom. Coverage varies street by street, so check your postcode.
What is the fastest broadband in Stevenage?
92.6% of premises can get gigabit speeds of about 1,000 Mb, from full fibre or upgraded cable networks.
Which broadband providers cover Stevenage?
At SG1 1PW we found 18 providers, including Vodafone, POP Telecom, Rebel, Onestream. Enter your own postcode to see every network at your address.
How does Stevenage compare with the UK?
Full fibre in Stevenage is 24.2 points below the UK figure of 81%. It ranks 350th of 361 council areas.
Can I get help if my broadband in Stevenage is very slow?
Yes. 65 premises in Stevenage 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 SG1 1PW. Methodology →