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Fibre-to-the-premises (FTTP) broadband deals provide a fast and reliable internet connection for eligible customers. Our expert team explains everything you need to know about FTTP deals so you can decide if they’re the right solution for you.
We also surveyed over 2,000* UK broadband customers to better understand their broadband habits. We used these insights to explain who a FTTP broadband deal is best suited for, and which FTTP providers are the most noteworthy.
FTTP broadband, also known as full-fibre broadband, is the fastest broadband solution available.
It exclusively uses fibre optic cables, allowing it to reach speeds above 1,000Mbps, depending on the provider.
If you don’t want FTTP broadband or can’t access it, there are other options available.
Fibre-to-the-cabinet (FTTC), often referred to as fibre broadband, is more widely available than FTTP. FTTC requires a landline and uses both fibre optic and copper cables. Many broadband and phone deals use an FTTC connection, which has top speeds of 80Mbps.
Other options include mobile broadband and satellite broadband, which are ideal for those living in remote areas without access to traditional broadband infrastructure. Mobile and satellite broadband can reach top speeds of 150Mbps and 220Mbps respectively.
The latest Ofcom report [1] claims that 62 per cent of UK households can access FTTP broadband. That number is expected to grow in the coming years, with Openreach aiming to connect 25 million homes and businesses by 2026. [2]
Highly populated areas are more likely to have access to FTTP broadband than rural communities. Below, you can see FTTP broadband usage mapped out by region. Remember that these numbers not only reflect access but are also influenced by personal preferences, budgetary considerations and other factors.
Our postcode checker is the easiest way to find FTTP broadband deals. If you’re shown deals with speeds of over 80Mbps, you can access FTTP broadband. If they are lower, you can only access FTTC and ADSL broadband.
FTTP broadband is one of the most popular broadband connections in the UK, with 46 per cent of our survey respondents opting for it. If you want to switch to FTTP without breaking the bank, use our postcode checker to find great deals in your area. One in two customers can save up to £141 [3] or more by switching their broadband contract with Independent Advisor.
Certain broadband packages are also be less expensive than others. Broadband-only deals cost an average of £40.95 per month compared with broadband and TV deals at £61.58. To find the cheapest deal with the fastest speeds, compare broadband-only FTTP deals from all the providers in your area.
Most broadband providers offer FTTP broadband to those in eligible regions. In fact, some providers, such as Hyperoptic and Community Fibre, only offer FTTP broadband.
Use our postcode checker to find FTTP broadband providers in your area. Simply enter your address to view all the companies operating in your region; you can filter them by speed, price and contract length to find the deal that best suits your needs.
Survey of broadband customers aged 24-64 conducted on Censuswide, 11-14 March 2024. Survey sample: 2,003 respondents, totalling Sky (489), BT Broadband (412), Virgin Media (396), EE (134), Vodafone (124), Other (102), Plusnet (66), NOW Broadband (45), Three (31), Hyperoptic (14), Community Fibre (8), Unsure (7). Respondents who selected Hyperoptic, Community Fibre, Other or Unsure were discarded from our review. Respondents were asked to rate each category on a five-point scale, from Very Poor to Excellent or from Never to Always, with the option of selecting Don’t Know for each question. For the third question (“What issues, if any, have you experienced with your current broadband provider?”), respondents could select from the following: Price Hikes, Slow Speeds, High Prices, Frequent Disconnections, Poor Customer Service, Billing Issues, Other and N/A. The questions used to calculate our score were “How often, if at all, do you feel the actual speed of your broadband service matches the advertised speed?” “How would you rate your experience with customer service and support from your broadband provider?” “What issues, if any, have you experienced with your current broadband provider? (Select all that apply)”, “How easy or difficult is it/would it be to reach your provider using your preferred method?” “How do you rate the value for money of your broadband service?” and “How would you rate the transparency of pricing and additional fees in your broadband service?”
[1] Ofcom. Connected Nations update: Spring 2024, April 2024
[2] Openreach, Our Ultrafast Full Fibre Broadband Build Plans[3] Data shows that 51 per cent of customers could save £141 or more a year on their broadband-only or broadband and phone contract. Our average savings figure is based on an average monthly bill of £34.76 from a nationally representative survey sample (n=2000, reduced to 349 to remove any outliers) compared with our cheapest superfast broadband deal (>55Mbs) with a headline price of £23/month. The Independent Advisor survey was conducted in March 2024, with deal prices correct as of April 2024. All prices are subject to independent broadband providers and consumer price index changes.
You can switch broadband providers at any time with any broadband contract. The switching process will depend on how far along you are in your contract, any additional features you may be receiving – such as landline or TV services – and any cancellation fees you may be liable to pay.
Our postcode checker is the best way to find cheap FTTP broadband deals. Generally, full-fibre broadband is more expensive due to its higher speeds. However, you can still find affordable contracts from a range of providers. If you’re on a budget, consider your household’s needs – do you require full-fibre broadband, or will slower speeds be sufficient?
The easiest way to discover if FTTP broadband is in your area is to use our postcode checker. If you want a more in-depth look at what’s available in your region, check out our dedicated regional articles.
