Ofcom data · January 2026 · deals updated weekly

Broadband in Torfaen: 73% can get full fibre.

In Torfaen, 73.2% of premises can get full fibre (Ofcom, January 2026), below the UK figure of 81%. Gigabit speeds reach 82.7% of premises. Torfaen ranks 265th of 361 council areas for full fibre.

At a glance

Broadband coverage in Torfaen

73.2%can get full fibre34,403 of 47,028 premises. UK: 81%.
82.7%can get gigabitFull fibre plus upgraded cable. UK: 87.8%.
97.3%can get superfast30 Mb or faster from a fixed line. UK: 97.7%.
514cannot get 10 Mb1.1% of premises. They can ask for an upgrade under the USO.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations, January 2026 data (published May 2026). Contains Ofcom data © Ofcom 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0.
What this means for you

Three things to know before you choose

Full fibre is still patchy

About 12,625 premises in Torfaen cannot get full fibre yet, so check your exact address before you pick a deal.

Some homes are left behind

514 premises cannot get 10 Mb. If yours is one, ask for an upgrade under the Universal Service Obligation or try 5G home broadband.

More people use full fibre here

49% of premises that can get full fibre use it, above the UK figure of 47.1%.

Compared

Torfaen vs Wales and the UK

Full fibre
Torfaen73.2%
Wales80.8%
UK81%
Gigabit
Torfaen82.7%
Wales83.1%
UK87.8%
Superfast
Torfaen97.3%
Wales96.5%
UK97.7%
Take-up
Torfaen49%
Wales53.3%
UK47.1%

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.

Six-month change

How fast Torfaen is catching up

Full fibre

74.1%→73.2%-0.9 pts

July 2025 to January 2026. 349th biggest rise of 359 councils.

Gigabit

82.5%→82.7%+0.2 pts

Gigabit coverage includes full fibre and upgraded cable.

Rank for full fibre

265of 361

16 of 22 in Wales. Full league table →

Take-up

Most homes that can get full fibre in Torfaen haven’t switched

Of every 100 premises, 73 can get full fibre and 36 use it. That is a take-up of 49%, against 47.1% across the UK.

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Providers and prices

Broadband providers and cheapest deals in Torfaen

17 providers have broadband deals at NP4 6AT, a postcode in Torfaen:

Cheapest broadband deal by speed at NP4 6AT
SpeedCheapest dealAverage a monthDeals
Everyday Under 150 MbThree 4G Hub (24m) 10 Mb · 24 months£17.5024
Fast 150–500 MbOgi 150 150 Mb · 24 months£2027
Very fast 500–900 MbSky Full Fibre 500 500 Mb · 24 months£27.2117
Gigabit 900 Mb +Sky Full Fibre Gigafast 900 Mb · 24 months£29.2123

Broadband-only deals listed for NP4 6AT 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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Nearby

Neighbouring council areas

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Full fibre in Torfaen and nearby council areas
CouncilFull fibreGigabitChange*
Caerphilly89.7%89.7%+2.2 pts
Newport87.6%93.1%+2.1 pts
Merthyr Tydfil79.1%79.1%+2.7 pts
Monmouthshire79%79%+3.5 pts
Blaenau Gwent77.6%77.6%+8.8 pts
Torfaen73.2%82.7%-0.9 pts

The five nearest council areas, sorted by full fibre. * Change in full fibre since July 2025, percentage points.

FAQ

Broadband in Torfaen: common questions

Is full fibre available in Torfaen?

Yes, for 73.2% of premises in January 2026 (34,403 homes and businesses), according to Ofcom. Coverage varies street by street, so check your postcode.

What is the fastest broadband in Torfaen?

82.7% of premises can get gigabit speeds of about 1,000 Mb, from full fibre.

Which broadband providers cover Torfaen?

At NP4 6AT we found 17 providers, including Vodafone, POP Telecom, Rebel, Onestream. Enter your own postcode to see every network at your address.

How does Torfaen compare with the UK?

Full fibre in Torfaen is 7.8 points below the UK figure of 81%. It ranks 265th of 361 council areas.

Can I get help if my broadband in Torfaen is very slow?

Yes. 514 premises in Torfaen 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 NP4 6AT. Methodology →

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