Broadband in West Devon: 64% can get full fibre.
In West Devon, 64.2% of premises can get full fibre (Ofcom, January 2026), below the UK figure of 81%. Gigabit speeds reach 64.2% of premises. Full fibre grew by 4.4 points in six months. It ranks 323rd of 361 council areas for full fibre.
Broadband coverage in West Devon
Three things to know before you choose
About 10,215 premises in West Devon cannot get full fibre yet, so check your exact address before you pick a deal.
2,126 premises cannot get 10 Mb. If yours is one, ask for an upgrade under the Universal Service Obligation or try 5G home broadband.
56% of premises that can get full fibre use it, above the UK figure of 47.1%.
West Devon 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 West Devon is catching up
Full fibre
July 2025 to January 2026. 102nd biggest rise of 359 councils.
Gigabit
Gigabit coverage includes full fibre and upgraded cable.
Most homes that can get full fibre in West Devon use it
Of every 100 premises, 64 can get full fibre and 36 use it. That is a take-up of 56%, against 47.1% across the UK.
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Neighbouring council areas
| Council | Full fibre | Gigabit | Change* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter | 79.9% | 90.4% | +1.1 pts |
| Plymouth | 78.2% | 93.8% | +1.6 pts |
| Teignbridge | 73.8% | 76.9% | -0.6 pts |
| West Devon | 64.2% | 64.2% | +4.4 pts |
| Torridge | 60% | 60% | -2.8 pts |
| South Hams | 58.6% | 58.7% | +2.6 pts |
The five nearest council areas, sorted by full fibre. * Change in full fibre since July 2025, percentage points.
Useful for West Devon households
Broadband in West Devon: common questions
Is full fibre available in West Devon?
Yes, for 64.2% of premises in January 2026 (18,348 homes and businesses), according to Ofcom. Coverage varies street by street, so check your postcode.
What is the fastest broadband in West Devon?
64.2% of premises can get gigabit speeds of about 1,000 Mb, from full fibre.
How does West Devon compare with the UK?
Full fibre in West Devon is 16.8 points below the UK figure of 81%. It ranks 323rd of 361 council areas.
Can I get help if my broadband in West Devon is very slow?
Yes. 2,126 premises in West Devon 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. Methodology →