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With four of the largest providers operating in the region, Nottingham has some of the best broadband deals on offer. When looking for a broadband package, there are some crucial factors you should consider. So, whether you’re looking for a reliable connection for work or an ultrafast full fibre deal for streaming video content, we can help you find the best broadband deal for your household.
Nottingham residents can choose between three broadband options: broadband only, broadband and phone, and broadband and TV. Since not all broadband providers in your area will offer these services, compare multiple companies to find the best deal for your needs.
Nottingham has access to a wide range of the best broadband providers. To help you find the best deal, we awarded broadband providers an Independent Advisor rating, combining our experts’ knowledge and the results of our recent survey, during which we asked over 2,000 broadband customers how they felt about their broadband. You can read more about our methodology and how we conducted our survey here.
We do not yet have a score for every Nottingham broadband provider; for those without an Independent Advisor rating, we included a Trustpilot rating for your reference.
| Broadband provider | Independent Advisor rating | Fastest speeds available | Cheapest package available** | Do they offer widespread coverage? |
| Hyperoptic* | ★★★★ | 1,000Mbps | £28/m | No |
| Sky | ★★★½ | 900Mbps | £27/m | Yes |
| BT | ★★★½ | 900Mbps | £33.99/m | Yes |
| Vodafone | ★★★½ | 2,200Mbps | £25/m | Yes |
| Plusnet | ★★★½ | 900Mbps | £27.99/m | Yes |
| NOW Broadband | ★★★½ | 300Mbps | £23/m | Yes |
| EE | ★★★½ | 1,600Mbps | £29.99/m | Yes |
| Virgin Media | ★★★ | 1,130Mbps | £24/m | Yes |
| TalkTalk | ★★★ | 944Mbps | £28/m | Yes |
| POP Telecom | 4.2 stars (via Trustpilot) | 1,000Mbps | £23.99/m | No |
| Onestream | 4.8 stars (via Trustpilot) | 1,000Mbps | £19/m | Yes |
The best broadband provider won’t be the same for everyone, so consider some key factors before committing to a company. To find some of the best broadband deals in your area, use our postcode checker.
Here are some of the most significant factors to consider when picking a broadband provider in Nottingham.
Speed for Nottingham areas
Broadband speeds will vary dramatically depending on where in Nottingham you live. Households with multiple people who all engage in online activity – especially streaming online content – will require faster broadband speeds than a single occupant who rarely browses the web. Use our guide to find out what broadband speeds you need and how to measure your current speed.
Price of the deal
If you require an ultrafast broadband connection, you may not be able to take advantage of the cheapest broadband deals. Most contracts are paid monthly, but keep an eye out for one-off charges, such as an installation fee. Before committing to a contract, consider what package will work best for your household and if it adheres to your budget.
Contract length
Most broadband providers offer a service over 12, 24 or 36-month periods. However, some companies offer monthly rollover or no-contract broadband deals, which may be a better option if you rent in Nottingham and cannot adhere to a lengthy contract.
Provider reputation
Effective customer service is paramount when picking a new provider. Our Independent Advisor rating is a great indicator of a company’s reputation, as it includes speed, reliability, value for money, customer satisfaction and customer service.
Provider customer service
Effective customer service is essential if something goes wrong with your broadband. Customer support lines or online chat features will make contacting your provider a lot easier and less stressful.
Do I need a wifi booster for your area with that provider?
A wifi booster is a helpful device that can extend the range of your broadband to low-signal areas of your home. You can avoid investing in additional hardware by checking your postcode with speed checkers to ensure your broadband provider offers sufficient speeds and coverage for your household.
Residents in Nottingham will experience different speeds depending on their postcode. Access to ultrafast full fibre broadband will allow for the fastest speeds, while unsupported areas will see the lowest speeds.
According to our research, the average broadband speed in Nottingham is 80Mbps. Using Ofcom’s speed checker, we checked the average superfast broadband speeds for various regions in Nottingham.
Note that these results will be dramatically lower for households who can’t access superfast or ultrafast gigabit broadband. The actual average speed for each area can vary depending on which street you live on.
| Area in Nottingham | Average broadband speed |
| Bulwell | 80Mbps |
| Bulwell Forest | 232Mbps |
| Bestwood | 61Mbps |
| Basford | 80Mbps |
| Aspley | 79Mbps |
| Sherwood | 80Mbps |
| Berridge | 60Mbps |
| Bilborough | 35Mbps |
| Leen Valley | 75Mbps |
| Hyson Green | 80Mbps |
| Arboretum | 80Mbps |
| Mapperley | 80Mbps |
| St Ann’s | 112Mbps |
| Dales | 57Mbps |
| The Castle | 69Mbps |
| Meadows | 65Mbps |
| Lenton | 80Mbps |
| Wollaton West | 80Mbps |
| Wollaton East | 80Mbps |
| Radford | 69Mbps |
| Clifton North | 80Mbps |
| Clifton South | 74Mbps |
Our survey shows that Nottingham has the second highest advertised broadband speed in the country (at 201.01Mbps), just behind Brighton (205.26Mbps). The actual speed in the region is predictably lower, averaging 161.98Mbps.
If you receive slower speeds than advertised, you may want to switch broadband providers. However, contacting your current broadband provider may resolve the issue, and you may be eligible for a refund, depending on the terms and conditions of your contract.
Nottingham residents can take advantage of four different types of broadband, with the fastest being fibre to the premises. Not every household will have access to full fibre, which will be reflected in the packages offered.
We surveyed 2,000 broadband customers in the UK* to better understand how people feel about their internet services. We asked them more than 20 questions about their current broadband provider, including their opinion about the speeds they receive, the pricing of their plan, the value for money and their overall satisfaction.
Survey of broadband customers aged between 24 and 64 conducted on Censuswide, 11-14 March 2024. Survey sample: 2,003 respondents from 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; however, the information gathered for Hyperoptic and Community Fibre was used in our broadband providers evaluation. 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 all questions. 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? How would you rate the transparency of pricing and additional fees in your broadband service?
Broadband speeds can be improved in Nottingham households by regularly updating the router and disconnecting any unused devices to improve connectivity. Placing the router in a neutral area in the home will help provide a strong signal to each room. If that doesn’t help, consider investing in a wifi booster.
If you want to stream video content online, you will require a fast broadband connection for a smooth experience. Speeds between 20 and 30Mbps are generally considered acceptable; however, speeds of 50Mbps or above are ideal, especially if you want to stream content in HDR or 4K.
According to Ofcom, the average broadband speed for the UK is 69Mbps, while the average broadband speed in Nottingham sits at 123Mbps – significantly greater than the average broadband in London. Households with access to fibre to the premises broadband are likely to experience the fastest speeds, with unsupported postcodes seeing lower speeds.
