Broadband in Middlesbrough: 63% can get full fibre.
In Middlesbrough, 62.6% of premises can get full fibre (Ofcom, January 2026), below the UK figure of 81%. Gigabit speeds reach 94.6%, because upgraded cable networks such as Virgin Media’s add to full fibre. Full fibre grew by 2.0 points in six months. It ranks 330th of 361 council areas for full fibre.
Broadband coverage in Middlesbrough
Three things to know before you choose
About 26,578 premises in Middlesbrough cannot get full fibre yet, so check your exact address before you pick a deal.
94.6% can get gigabit speeds, partly over cable. Full fibre gives faster uploads; cable is usually fine for streaming and gaming.
57% of premises that can get full fibre use it, above the UK figure of 47.1%.
Middlesbrough vs the North 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 Middlesbrough is catching up
Full fibre
July 2025 to January 2026. 203rd biggest rise of 359 councils.
Gigabit
Already high, so new full fibre adds less here.
Most homes that can get full fibre in Middlesbrough use it
Of every 100 premises, 63 can get full fibre and 36 use it. That is a take-up of 57%, against 47.1% across the UK.
Compare full fibre dealsBroadband providers and cheapest deals in Middlesbrough
18 providers have broadband deals at TS4 3RS, a postcode in Middlesbrough:
| 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 | Sky Full Fibre 150 CityFibre 150 Mb · 24 months | £22.21 | 28 |
| Very fast 500–900 Mb | Virgin Media M500 Fibre broadband 516 Mb · 24 months | £25.99 | 17 |
| Gigabit 900 Mb + | Toob Home 900 900 Mb · 24 months | £24 | 25 |
Broadband-only deals listed for TS4 3RS 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* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartlepool | 95.7% | 96.9% | +1.5 pts |
| Darlington | 86.7% | 92.7% | +9.7 pts |
| Sunderland | 80.6% | 94.7% | +10.1 pts |
| Middlesbrough | 62.6% | 94.6% | +2.0 pts |
| Redcar and Cleveland | 60.3% | 90.2% | +1.3 pts |
| Stockton-on-Tees | 59.6% | 92% | +2.1 pts |
The five nearest council areas, sorted by full fibre. * Change in full fibre since July 2025, percentage points.
Useful for Middlesbrough households
Broadband in Middlesbrough: common questions
Is full fibre available in Middlesbrough?
Yes, for 62.6% of premises in January 2026 (44,519 homes and businesses), according to Ofcom. Coverage varies street by street, so check your postcode.
What is the fastest broadband in Middlesbrough?
94.6% of premises can get gigabit speeds of about 1,000 Mb, from full fibre or upgraded cable networks.
Which broadband providers cover Middlesbrough?
At TS4 3RS we found 18 providers, including Vodafone, POP Telecom, EE, Rise Fibre. Enter your own postcode to see every network at your address.
How does Middlesbrough compare with the UK?
Full fibre in Middlesbrough is 18.4 points below the UK figure of 81%. It ranks 330th of 361 council areas.
Can I get help if my broadband in Middlesbrough is very slow?
Yes. 535 premises in Middlesbrough 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 TS4 3RS. Methodology →