Broadband in Exeter: 80% can get full fibre.
In Exeter, 79.9% of premises can get full fibre (Ofcom, January 2026), below the UK figure of 81%. Gigabit speeds reach 90.4%, because upgraded cable networks such as Virgin Media’s add to full fibre. Full fibre grew by 1.1 points in six months. It ranks 192nd of 361 council areas for full fibre.
Broadband coverage in Exeter
Three things to know before you choose
About 12,679 premises in Exeter cannot get full fibre yet, so check your exact address before you pick a deal.
90.4% can get gigabit speeds, partly over cable. Full fibre gives faster uploads; cable is usually fine for streaming and gaming.
49% of premises that can get full fibre use it, above the UK figure of 47.1%.
Exeter vs the South West, 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 Exeter is catching up
Full fibre
July 2025 to January 2026. 266th biggest rise of 359 councils.
Gigabit
Already high, so new full fibre adds less here.
Most homes that can get full fibre in Exeter haven’t switched
Of every 100 premises, 80 can get full fibre and 39 use it. That is a take-up of 49%, against 47.1% across the UK.
Compare full fibre dealsBroadband providers and cheapest deals in Exeter
17 providers have broadband deals at EX2 4NU, a postcode in Exeter:
| Speed | Cheapest deal | Average a month | Deals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everyday Under 150 Mb | Three 4G Hub (24m) 10 Mb · 24 months | £17.50 | 24 |
| Fast 150–500 Mb | Virgin Media M250 Broadband Only 264 Mb · 24 months | £22.99 | 27 |
| Very fast 500–900 Mb | Virgin Media M500 Fibre broadband 516 Mb · 24 months | £25.99 | 18 |
| Gigabit 900 Mb + | Virgin Media Gig1 Broadband Only 1130 Mb · 24 months | £27.99 | 23 |
Broadband-only deals listed for EX2 4NU 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* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torbay | 83.6% | 87.8% | +1.3 pts |
| Exeter | 79.9% | 90.4% | +1.1 pts |
| East Devon | 75.2% | 75.2% | +1.3 pts |
| Teignbridge | 73.8% | 76.9% | -0.6 pts |
| Mid Devon | 67.2% | 67.2% | +8.1 pts |
| West Devon | 64.2% | 64.2% | +4.4 pts |
The five nearest council areas, sorted by full fibre. * Change in full fibre since July 2025, percentage points.
Broadband in Exeter: common questions
Is full fibre available in Exeter?
Yes, for 79.9% of premises in January 2026 (50,540 homes and businesses), according to Ofcom. Coverage varies street by street, so check your postcode.
What is the fastest broadband in Exeter?
90.4% of premises can get gigabit speeds of about 1,000 Mb, from full fibre or upgraded cable networks.
Which broadband providers cover Exeter?
At EX2 4NU we found 17 providers, including POP Telecom, Rebel, Onestream, Vodafone. Enter your own postcode to see every network at your address.
How does Exeter compare with the UK?
Full fibre in Exeter is 1.1 points below the UK figure of 81%. It ranks 192nd of 361 council areas.
Can I get help if my broadband in Exeter is very slow?
Yes. 544 premises in Exeter 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 EX2 4NU. Methodology →