Broadband in Thurrock: 85% can get full fibre.
In Thurrock, 85.3% of premises can get full fibre (Ofcom, January 2026), above the UK figure of 81%. Gigabit speeds reach 92.8% of premises. Full fibre grew by 1.3 points in six months. It ranks 134th of 361 council areas for full fibre.
Broadband coverage in Thurrock
Three things to know before you choose
85.3% can get full fibre, above the UK figure, but about 10,813 premises still cannot. Check your exact address first.
Here, gigabit coverage (92.8%) comes mainly from full fibre, so faster uploads usually come with it.
50% of premises that can get full fibre use it, above the UK figure of 47.1%.
Thurrock 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 Thurrock is catching up
Full fibre
July 2025 to January 2026. 254th biggest rise of 359 councils.
Gigabit
Already high, so new full fibre adds less here.
Most homes that can get full fibre in Thurrock use it
Of every 100 premises, 85 can get full fibre and 43 use it. That is a take-up of 50%, against 47.1% across the UK.
Compare full fibre dealsBroadband providers and cheapest deals in Thurrock
12 providers have broadband deals at RM16 3ND, a postcode in Thurrock:
| Speed | Cheapest deal | Average a month | Deals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everyday Under 150 Mb | Three 4G Hub (24m) 10 Mb · 24 months | £17.50 | 32 |
| Fast 150–500 Mb | Three 5G Hub (24m) 150 Mb · 24 months | £17.50 | 3 |
Broadband-only deals listed for RM16 3ND 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* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thurrock | 85.3% | 92.8% | +1.3 pts |
| Havering | 84.5% | 91.2% | +0.3 pts |
| Bexley | 84.2% | 93.4% | +0.4 pts |
| Basildon | 74.3% | 91.3% | -0.4 pts |
| Dartford | 73.5% | 84% | +7.9 pts |
| Gravesham | 73% | 83.1% | +1.3 pts |
The five nearest council areas, sorted by full fibre. * Change in full fibre since July 2025, percentage points.
Broadband in Thurrock: common questions
Is full fibre available in Thurrock?
Yes, for 85.3% of premises in January 2026 (62,627 homes and businesses), according to Ofcom. Coverage varies street by street, so check your postcode.
What is the fastest broadband in Thurrock?
92.8% of premises can get gigabit speeds of about 1,000 Mb, from full fibre.
Which broadband providers cover Thurrock?
At RM16 3ND we found 12 providers, including POP Telecom, Starlink, Onestream, Vodafone. Enter your own postcode to see every network at your address.
How does Thurrock compare with the UK?
Full fibre in Thurrock is 4.3 points above the UK figure of 81%. It ranks 134th of 361 council areas.
Can I get help if my broadband in Thurrock is very slow?
Yes. 415 premises in Thurrock 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 RM16 3ND. Methodology →