BT / Openreach FTTP
Openreach networkUse BT as a national benchmark for Openreach FTTP, expected speed ranges, installation notes and minimum speed context.
Find full fibre and provider routes before you switch
Check postcode-level broadband coverage, see the strongest technology route, then verify the exact address with Openreach-based providers, Virgin Media/nexfibre, CityFibre partners, 5G or local altnets.
Availability checker
Check broadband availability and provider routes by postcode
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Enter a postcode to check availability
Results appear here once coverage data is checked.
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Check availability to unlock a targeted guide
LinkSpeed will suggest the most useful Wi‑Fi, switching or provider checker route once coverage data has been checked.
Data note Postcode coverage guide, not an order guarantee. Uses LinkSpeed’s local Ofcom Connected Nations dataset. Confirm the exact address with the provider before ordering.
- Checks the submitted postcode against LinkSpeed’s local Ofcom coverage dataset.
- Does not query every provider or altnet live.
- Adds the local place name where available; otherwise keeps the postcode result visible.
Provider route checks
Check the exact-address provider routes
Use the postcode verdict above, then pick a provider route below. Matched routes are moved to the front where the coverage data names a network, but the provider checker must confirm the exact address before ordering.
Route filter
Choose the network path you want to verify
After a postcode check, matching network routes still move to the front automatically.
Relevant provider routes highlighted
Cards matching networks named in the coverage response are shown first.
Sky Full Fibre
Openreach networkCheck whether Sky full fibre or gigabit packages appear for the exact address, then compare routing, TV bundles and Wi-Fi limits.
Virgin Media / nexfibre
Cable / NexfibreCompare Virgin Media's HFC cable footprint with newer Nexfibre XGS-PON full-fibre areas and confirm the exact address before ordering.
Vodafone Fibre & 5G
Fixed and 5GCheck Vodafone fixed, full fibre and 5G home broadband options where postcode coverage suggests multiple technologies may be available.
Hyperoptic
Urban altnetCheck whether Hyperoptic full fibre is available at a flat, apartment block or dense urban address, where building-level records matter.
Community Fibre
London altnetCheck whether Community Fibre is live on your London street, then compare package speeds, upload performance and router coverage.
YouFibre / Netomnia
Retail altnetCheck whether YouFibre or the Netomnia network is available on your street and compare full-fibre speed and upload options.
brsk Full Fibre
Regional altnetCheck whether brsk full fibre is live locally where an independent rollout may appear before national provider records update.
Gigaclear
Rural altnetCheck Gigaclear availability for rural villages, lanes and hamlets where coverage can differ sharply inside one postcode area.
CityFibre Partners
Wholesale altnetCityFibre is a wholesale network. Check local availability, then identify which retail partner providers sell service at the exact address.
Freedom Fibre
Wholesale altnetCheck Freedom Fibre coverage and partner ISP routes at the exact address. Retail service is supplied through participating partner ISPs.
From postcode to order
How to check fibre broadband availability
Move from broad postcode coverage to an exact-address decision without treating an area result as an order guarantee.
Step 01
Enter your full postcode
Start with the postcode to see local fixed and full-fibre coverage context.
Step 02
Confirm the exact address
Use the matching provider route because neighbouring properties can differ.
Step 03
Check FTTP and speeds
Confirm the technology, estimated speed and minimum guarantee before ordering.
Step 04
Compare current setup
If wired speed is already good, fix local Wi-Fi before changing provider.
Rollout wording
What provider availability statuses usually mean
Networks use slightly different labels, so treat these as a practical guide and confirm the exact address before ordering.
A participating provider should normally be able to confirm service for the exact address.
Local rollout may be active, but the address is not necessarily ready for an order yet.
The area may be on a build plan, but dates and individual premises can still change.
Check cable, 5G home broadband, CityFibre partners and regional altnets rather than waiting.
Address mismatch
Why neighbours can get fibre but you cannot
Availability can differ within the same street. These are the most common reasons one property can order full fibre while another nearby cannot.
Nearby homes can be connected through different physical network routes.
Flats, new builds and subdivided properties are more likely to have address-record mismatches.
Blocks of flats may need landlord or building-entry permission before installation can proceed.
A final-drop problem or local capacity constraint can hold up one property.
Opposite sides of the same street can be covered by different networks or rollout phases.
Orderability path
Where two nearby addresses can diverge
01Network build
Coverage reaches the local area.02Street route
A pole, duct or cabinet serves the property.03Address record
The premises must map to the correct serving route.04Final drop
The last connection still has to be installable.Why this matters: two nearby homes can diverge at any of these stages, so an exact-address check is more useful than postcode coverage alone.
When this happens, check the exact address format, compare multiple providers and keep screenshots of the checker results. If your line speed is capped but your neighbour’s line flies, run the LinkSpeed Speed Test over a wired connection, then use the Out of Contract Broadband guide to see whether switching could cut the monthly cost while you move to a better route.
Moving to this address? Check availability here first, then use the moving home broadband guide to compare transferring your current service with switching and to plan installation without avoidable downtime.
Wider area picture
City-level broadband context
Use local guides and UK-wide data to put an address result in context before comparing packages.
Detailed answers
Fibre Availability Guide
Use these answers to understand postcode results, address-level differences, rollout wording and the checks to make before choosing or switching provider.
What is a fibre broadband availability checker?
A checker compares a postcode or exact address with network coverage records to indicate whether standard broadband, FTTC part-fibre, cable, full fibre or FTTP may be available. Always confirm the exact address with the provider before ordering.
Does a postcode result guarantee fibre at my exact address?
No. A postcode result is an area-level guide. Flats, new builds and neighbouring homes can use different poles, ducts, cabinets, distribution points or building access routes, so the provider must confirm the exact address and estimated speed.
Why can my neighbour get full fibre broadband but I cannot?
Neighbouring properties can be served differently even when they share the same postcode. Check these common causes:
- Different telegraph pole, cabinet or underground duct route.
- Provider database updated for one address before another.
- Flat, MDU or new-build address record mismatch.
- Landlord wayleave or building-entry permission still pending.
- Blocked duct, capacity limit or final-drop engineering delay.
What do “available now”, “coming soon”, “planned” and “building” mean?
Available now normally means an order can be placed. Coming soon or building means work is under way but service is not ready to order. Planned is an earlier rollout stage and dates can change. If there is no current plan, compare the best services available today and keep checking.
What should I do if a checker result is wrong or my address is missing?
Enter the postcode and address exactly as they appear on a bill or council-tax record. If the result still looks wrong, keep a screenshot and ask the relevant network or broadband provider to investigate and correct the address record.
Can I order Full Fibre directly from Openreach?
No. Openreach builds and maintains its network, but customers order through a retail broadband provider. The provider manages the package, order, installation appointment and service.
What is the difference between standard fibre and full fibre broadband?
Standard fibre usually means FTTC, where fibre reaches the street cabinet and copper carries the final section to the property. Full fibre or FTTP uses fibre-optic cable to the premises and can support much higher download and upload speeds, although retail package speeds vary.
Which broadband networks are available at my address?
The LinkSpeed local Ofcom result shows coverage percentages but may not identify every network operator serving the exact address. Use Compare Provider Availability Routes to verify Openreach providers, Virgin Media or Nexfibre, CityFibre partners and regional alternative networks.
What should I compare before switching broadband provider?
Compare the estimated speed for the exact property, upload speed, minimum guaranteed speed, contract length, setup or installation charges, annual price changes, router features and total contract cost. Check whether your current contract has ended before switching.
What should I do if Full Fibre is not available yet?
Do not stop at one checker. Compare Virgin Media/nexfibre, 5G home broadband, CityFibre partners and local altnets first, then check the wider full-fibre coverage map and register for network updates. Hard-to-reach areas may also qualify for Project Gigabit or community voucher support.