Broadband in Stroud: 80% can get full fibre.
In Stroud, 79.9% of premises can get full fibre (Ofcom, January 2026), below the UK figure of 81%. Gigabit speeds reach 80.8% of premises. Full fibre grew by 4.1 points in six months. It ranks 193rd of 361 council areas for full fibre.
Broadband coverage in Stroud
Three things to know before you choose
About 12,121 premises in Stroud cannot get full fibre yet, so check your exact address before you pick a deal.
Here, gigabit coverage (80.8%) comes mainly from full fibre, so faster uploads usually come with it.
Only 43% of premises that can get full fibre use it. If your street has it, you may get more speed for a similar price.
Stroud 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 Stroud is catching up
Full fibre
July 2025 to January 2026. 107th biggest rise of 359 councils.
Gigabit
Gigabit coverage includes full fibre and upgraded cable.
Most homes that can get full fibre in Stroud haven’t switched
Of every 100 premises, 80 can get full fibre and 34 use it. That is a take-up of 43%, against 47.1% across the UK.
Compare full fibre dealsBroadband providers and cheapest deals in Stroud
12 providers have broadband deals at GL10 3TW, a postcode in Stroud:
| 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 | Gigaclear Explorer 300 300 Mb · 18 months | £15.83 | 3 |
| Very fast 500–900 Mb | Gigaclear Odyssey 600 600 Mb · 18 months | £20.83 | 2 |
Broadband-only deals listed for GL10 3TW 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* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stroud | 79.9% | 80.8% | +4.1 pts |
| Forest of Dean | 79.5% | 79.5% | +1.9 pts |
| Gloucester | 77.7% | 94.8% | +21.5 pts |
| Tewkesbury | 75% | 87.7% | +7.6 pts |
| Cotswold | 72.2% | 72.2% | +6.2 pts |
| South Gloucestershire | 67% | 85.4% | +9.3 pts |
The five nearest council areas, sorted by full fibre. * Change in full fibre since July 2025, percentage points.
Broadband in Stroud: common questions
Is full fibre available in Stroud?
Yes, for 79.9% of premises in January 2026 (48,134 homes and businesses), according to Ofcom. Coverage varies street by street, so check your postcode.
What is the fastest broadband in Stroud?
80.8% of premises can get gigabit speeds of about 1,000 Mb, from full fibre.
Which broadband providers cover Stroud?
At GL10 3TW we found 12 providers, including POP Telecom, Starlink, Onestream, Vodafone. Enter your own postcode to see every network at your address.
How does Stroud compare with the UK?
Full fibre in Stroud is 1.1 points below the UK figure of 81%. It ranks 193rd of 361 council areas.
Can I get help if my broadband in Stroud is very slow?
Yes. 273 premises in Stroud 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 GL10 3TW. Methodology →