Broadband in Maidstone: 71% can get full fibre.
In Maidstone, 71.4% of premises can get full fibre (Ofcom, January 2026), below the UK figure of 81%. Gigabit speeds reach 80.5% of premises. Full fibre grew by 1.7 points in six months. It ranks 279th of 361 council areas for full fibre.
Broadband coverage in Maidstone
Three things to know before you choose
About 22,873 premises in Maidstone cannot get full fibre yet, so check your exact address before you pick a deal.
879 premises cannot get 10 Mb. If yours is one, ask for an upgrade under the Universal Service Obligation or try 5G home broadband.
52% of premises that can get full fibre use it, above the UK figure of 47.1%.
Maidstone vs the South East, 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 Maidstone is catching up
Full fibre
July 2025 to January 2026. 228th biggest rise of 359 councils.
Gigabit
Gigabit coverage includes full fibre and upgraded cable.
Most homes that can get full fibre in Maidstone use it
Of every 100 premises, 71 can get full fibre and 37 use it. That is a take-up of 52%, against 47.1% across the UK.
Compare full fibre dealsBroadband providers and cheapest deals in Maidstone
12 providers have broadband deals at ME17 3LZ, a postcode in Maidstone:
| Speed | Cheapest deal | Average a month | Deals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everyday Under 150 Mb | Onestream Fibre 40 40 Mb · 24 months | £21.25 | 31 |
| Fast 150–500 Mb | Three 5G Outdoor Hub (24m) 150 Mb · 24 months | £17.50 | 3 |
Broadband-only deals listed for ME17 3LZ 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* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tonbridge and Malling | 75% | 85.5% | -0.2 pts |
| Tunbridge Wells | 75% | 80.8% | +1.0 pts |
| Swale | 74.3% | 80.2% | +0.9 pts |
| Gravesham | 73% | 83.1% | +1.3 pts |
| Maidstone | 71.4% | 80.5% | +1.7 pts |
| Ashford | 68% | 76% | +0.6 pts |
The five nearest council areas, sorted by full fibre. * Change in full fibre since July 2025, percentage points.
Useful for Maidstone households
Broadband in Maidstone: common questions
Is full fibre available in Maidstone?
Yes, for 71.4% of premises in January 2026 (57,037 homes and businesses), according to Ofcom. Coverage varies street by street, so check your postcode.
What is the fastest broadband in Maidstone?
80.5% of premises can get gigabit speeds of about 1,000 Mb, from full fibre.
Which broadband providers cover Maidstone?
At ME17 3LZ we found 12 providers, including POP Telecom, Starlink, Onestream, Vodafone. Enter your own postcode to see every network at your address.
How does Maidstone compare with the UK?
Full fibre in Maidstone is 9.6 points below the UK figure of 81%. It ranks 279th of 361 council areas.
Can I get help if my broadband in Maidstone is very slow?
Yes. 879 premises in Maidstone 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 ME17 3LZ. Methodology →