Broadband Deals in Portsmouth
Compare Portsmouth's best broadband deals. Save up to £163Annual Savings based on average monthly bill of £34.50 from nationally representative sample (1000) vs our cheapest average monthly cost for Sky(>300Mbs). Moneysupermarket data correct as of 10/04/2026.
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Broadband in Portsmouth
Portsmouth benefits from strong broadband infrastructure, with three competing full-fibre wholesale networks serving the city — Openreach (used by BT, Sky, EE, Plusnet and TalkTalk), Virgin Media's independent cable network, and CityFibre (enabling Vodafone and others).
Local alternative networks Truespeed and Netomnia (YouFibre) are also active in Portsmouth. Full-fibre coverage across the city is 81.7%, compared to a UK national average of 78% (Ofcom, November 2025).
Typical download speeds in Portsmouth range from 100 to 150 Mbps, though full-fibre packages deliver 500 Mbps or more.
Coverage and speeds vary by postcode: BS15, BS4 and BS10 are among the fastest areas, while some outer streets still rely on copper-based connections. Enter your postcode above to see exactly which providers and deals are available at your address.
Coverage available in Portsmouth
Portsmouth has digital infrastructure with high-speed internet accessible to the vast majority of residents. Below is a detailed breakdown of the broadband availability coverage.
Broadband availability coverage in Portsmouth by year*
| Reporting year | Gigabit 900+ Mbps |
Ultrafast 300–900 Mbps |
Superfast 30–300 Mbps |
Unavailability <10 Mbps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 94.0% | 94.1% | 97.2% | 2.2% |
| 2024 | 93.3% | 93.4% | 96.9% | 2.9% |
| 2023 | 92.6% | 92.7% | 96.8% | 3.0% |
*Source: Ofcom Connected Nations reports in 2025, 2024, 2023.
Full fibre availability in Portsmouth
In Portsmouth, the rollout of the Full Fibre technology has seen progress. Currently, out of the 95,574 total premises in the area, 82.4% have access to a Full Fibre connection.
Full fibre availability coverage in Portsmouth by year**
| Reporting year | Total number of premises | Percentage of premises with full fibre | Number of premises with full fibre |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 95,574 | 82.4% | 78,717 |
| 2024 | 95,451 | 72.0% | 68,697 |
| 2023 | 95,634 | 65.2% | 62,395 |
**Source: Ofcom Connected Nations reports in 2025, 2024, 2023.
Speeds available in Portsmouth?
The table below shows the average connection speeds available in Bristol across the three main broadband tiers: Standard, Superfast and Ultrafast. Standard connections (up to 30 Mbps) run on older copper lines, while Superfast (up to 300 Mbps) and Ultrafast (over 300 Mbps) deliver the faster speeds that come with part- or full-fibre packages.
Upgrading to fibre makes a substantial difference to both download and upload speeds.
Average broadband speeds in Portsmouth***
| Speed tier | Standard <30 Mbps |
Superfast 31-300 Mbps |
Ultrafast 301-900 Mbps |
Gigabit 900+ Mbps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Download | 27 | 257 | 443 | 1,045 |
| Upload | 3 | 48 | 71 | 571 |
***Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 Report.
Recommended broadband deals in Portsmouth
These are the best broadband deals available in Bristol right now. Whether you want a budget package or top full-fibre speeds, the deals below are among the strongest options across Bristol's leading providers.
Check availability at your postcode to confirm the best offers for your home.
Fastest broadband in Portsmouth
These speeds are based on the Portsmouth PO5 3AS. We've used this postcode because it is representative of one of the fastest areas for broadband in Portsmouth. The fastest broadband deal in Portsmouth is Full Fibre 1.6Gb Premium, with a download speed of 1600 Mbps.
Vodafone are also in the area and advertise speeds up to 1600 Mbps.
If you would like to know if this deal is available for your postcode, please feel free to use our postcode checker at the top of the page to check.
Cheapest broadband deal in Portsmouth
The cheapest broadband in Portsmouth is Vodafone's 5G Broadband 50 package costing £11.55 per month.
With download speeds advertised at 50 Mb and upload speeds at 5 Mb. Other broadband providers also offer very cheap broadband deals in Portsmouth so it is worth looking for other packages which might suit your needs better.
Broadband providers in Portsmouth
In Portsmouth, you will see Openreach broadband providers advertise speeds up to 1600 Mbps.
Broadband speeds by ward in Portsmouth
Broadband speeds vary from one Bristol neighbourhood to the next.
The rankings below, drawn from Ofcom's 2025 Connected Nations Report, show how each area compares.
| # | Ward | Standard | Superfast | Ultrafast | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| <10 Mbit/s | 10-30 Mbit/s | 30-100 Mbit/s | 100-300 Mbit/s | 300-900 Mbit/s | 900+ Mbit/s | ||
| 1 | Paulsgrove | 7 Mb/s | 20 Mb/s | 60 Mb/s | 202 Mb/s | 430 Mb/s | 1,106 Mb/s |
| 2 | St Jude | 6 Mb/s | 20 Mb/s | 66 Mb/s | 191 Mb/s | 433 Mb/s | 1,058 Mb/s |
| 3 | Charles Dickens | 7 Mb/s | 19 Mb/s | 65 Mb/s | 188 Mb/s | 436 Mb/s | 1,063 Mb/s |
| 4 | St Thomas | 7 Mb/s | 19 Mb/s | 68 Mb/s | 192 Mb/s | 437 Mb/s | 1,077 Mb/s |
| 5 | Drayton and Farlington | 7 Mb/s | 21 Mb/s | 60 Mb/s | 198 Mb/s | 441 Mb/s | 1,066 Mb/s |
| 6 | Cosham | 7 Mb/s | 21 Mb/s | 64 Mb/s | 195 Mb/s | 441 Mb/s | 1,054 Mb/s |
| 7 | Fratton | 7 Mb/s | 18 Mb/s | 66 Mb/s | 193 Mb/s | 442 Mb/s | 1,048 Mb/s |
| 8 | Hilsea | 6 Mb/s | 20 Mb/s | 66 Mb/s | 185 Mb/s | 444 Mb/s | 1,027 Mb/s |
| 9 | Eastney and Craneswater | 6 Mb/s | 22 Mb/s | 69 Mb/s | 186 Mb/s | 445 Mb/s | 1,025 Mb/s |
| 10 | Nelson | 7 Mb/s | 21 Mb/s | 68 Mb/s | 192 Mb/s | 445 Mb/s | 1,038 Mb/s |
| 11 | Milton | 6 Mb/s | 23 Mb/s | 68 Mb/s | 181 Mb/s | 450 Mb/s | 1,007 Mb/s |
| 12 | Baffins | 6 Mb/s | 19 Mb/s | 67 Mb/s | 187 Mb/s | 451 Mb/s | 1,021 Mb/s |
| 13 | Copnor | 6 Mb/s | 20 Mb/s | 69 Mb/s | 190 Mb/s | 452 Mb/s | 1,026 Mb/s |
| 14 | Central Southsea | 7 Mb/s | 18 Mb/s | 70 Mb/s | 186 Mb/s | 455 Mb/s | 1,019 Mb/s |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is full fibre broadband available in Portsmouth?
Yes. Around 81.7% of Bristol homes can access full-fibre broadband, and 94% of premises are gigabit-capable — making Bristol one of the UK's best-connected cities. Full fibre is available via Openreach (used by BT, Sky, EE, Plusnet and TalkTalk), Virgin Media's independent cable network, CityFibre (used by Vodafone), and local providers including Truespeed and Netomnia. Exact availability depends on your postcode — enter your address above to check.
What is the fastest broadband in Portsmouth?
The fastest broadband in Bristol is currently available from YouFibre (up to 7 Gbps in selected postcodes) and Vodafone via CityFibre (up to 2.2 Gbps). For most Bristol homes, Virgin Media offers the fastest widely-available connection, with Gig1 (1 Gbps) service across most postcodes. Providers using the Openreach network — including BT, Sky and EE — offer speeds up to 900 Mbps to 1.6 Gbps where full fibre is available.
What is the cheapest broadband in Portsmouth?
The cheapest broadband deals in Bristol typically start from around £14-20 per month with providers like Three (4G home broadband), NOW Broadband, and Onestream. For full-fibre packages, budget providers such as Plusnet and Onestream regularly offer deals from around £20-25 per month on the Openreach network. Prices change frequently — compare current deals above to find the cheapest option available at your address today.
Which broadband providers are available in Portsmouth?
Bristol is served by a wide range of providers. On the Openreach network: BT, Sky, EE, Plusnet, TalkTalk, NOW Broadband and Onestream. Virgin Media operates its own independent cable network across most Bristol postcodes. CityFibre enables providers like Vodafone and TalkTalk in covered areas. Local and alternative providers include Truespeed (south Bristol and surrounding areas), Netomnia, and Hyperoptic (selected developments near Harbourside and Temple Meads). Not all providers are available at every address — use the checker above to see exactly what is available to you.
What broadband speed do I need in Portsmouth?
For most Bristol households, a full-fibre package with 100–150 Mbps download speeds is more than enough for streaming, video calls, and working from home across multiple devices simultaneously. Larger households or those with heavy demands — gamers, home offices, four or more regular users — will benefit from 300–500 Mbps packages. Gigabit (1,000 Mbps) connections are available across most of Bristol and are worth considering if you regularly transfer large files or want headroom for the future.
Last updated: 15 October 2026