Broadband in Harlow: 42% can get full fibre.
In Harlow, 41.9% of premises can get full fibre (Ofcom, January 2026), below the UK figure of 81%. Gigabit speeds reach 90.9%, because upgraded cable networks such as Virgin Media’s add to full fibre. Full fibre grew by 25.5 points in six months, the 2nd biggest rise of 359 council areas.
Broadband coverage in Harlow
Three things to know before you choose
About 24,691 premises in Harlow cannot get full fibre yet, so check your exact address before you pick a deal.
90.9% can get gigabit speeds, partly over cable. Full fibre gives faster uploads; cable is usually fine for streaming and gaming.
Only 26% of premises that can get full fibre use it. If your street has it, you may get more speed for a similar price.
Harlow 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 Harlow is catching up
Full fibre
July 2025 to January 2026. 2nd biggest rise of 359 councils.
Gigabit
Already high, so new full fibre adds less here.
Most homes that can get full fibre in Harlow haven’t switched
Of every 100 premises, 42 can get full fibre and 11 use it. That is a take-up of 26%, against 47.1% across the UK.
Compare full fibre dealsBroadband providers and cheapest deals in Harlow
12 providers have broadband deals at CM20 3RF, a postcode in Harlow:
| Speed | Cheapest deal | Average a month | Deals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everyday Under 150 Mb | Onestream Fibre 40 40 Mb · 24 months | £21.25 | 33 |
| Fast 150–500 Mb | Vodafone Outdoor 5G Broadband 150 24 Months 150 Mb · 24 months | £22.50 | 6 |
| Very fast 500–900 Mb | Virgin Media M500 Fibre broadband 516 Mb · 24 months | £25.99 | 1 |
| Gigabit 900 Mb + | Virgin Media Gig1 Broadband Only 1130 Mb · 24 months | £27.99 | 1 |
Broadband-only deals listed for CM20 3RF 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* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brentwood | 84.7% | 84.7% | +0.3 pts |
| Broxbourne | 74.3% | 92.1% | -3.7 pts |
| Epping Forest | 73.1% | 88.1% | +2.1 pts |
| East Hertfordshire | 71% | 84% | +3.9 pts |
| Enfield | 59.5% | 91.2% | +10.3 pts |
| Harlow | 41.9% | 90.9% | +25.5 pts |
The five nearest council areas, sorted by full fibre. * Change in full fibre since July 2025, percentage points.
Useful for Harlow households
Broadband in Harlow: common questions
Is full fibre available in Harlow?
Yes, for 41.9% of premises in January 2026 (17,790 homes and businesses), according to Ofcom. Coverage varies street by street, so check your postcode.
What is the fastest broadband in Harlow?
90.9% of premises can get gigabit speeds of about 1,000 Mb, from full fibre or upgraded cable networks.
Which broadband providers cover Harlow?
At CM20 3RF we found 12 providers, including Virgin Media, Vodafone, POP Telecom, Starlink. Enter your own postcode to see every network at your address.
How does Harlow compare with the UK?
Full fibre in Harlow is 39.1 points below the UK figure of 81%. It ranks 356th of 361 council areas.
Can I get help if my broadband in Harlow is very slow?
Yes. 441 premises in Harlow 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 CM20 3RF. Methodology →