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Broadband in Manchester

Browse a range of broadband speeds, deals and providers in Manchester. Enter your postcode to get started:

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Does Manchester have fast broadband?

Many areas in Manchester enjoy above-average broadband speeds, with several full fibre networks supplying ultrafast connections across the city.

That said, some purpose-built apartment blocks might not yet have access to full fibre, as installing it often requires upgrading the building’s internal wiring first.

Check out our guide to full fibre for more details.

How expensive is broadband in Manchester?

Broadband in Manchester is usually well-priced. While faster packages may come with higher costs, the city also boasts a variety of alternative providers.

These providers, known as ‘altnets,’ often deliver ultrafast broadband at surprisingly low prices. So be sure to check if your home is within their coverage area.

Explore our guide to altnets for more information.

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  • BeFibre
    BeFibre Be500 - 18 months
    500
    Mbps
    average UK speed*
    £14.00
    a month
    for 2 months then £28.00
    no setup cost
    No price rise
    during contract
    18 month contract
    trustpilot score
    TrustScore 4.2 out of 5 | 3,453 reviews
    More info
  • BeFibre
    BeFibre Be500 - 12 Months
    500
    Mbps
    average UK speed*
    £14.00
    a month
    for 2 months then £28.00
    no setup cost
    No price rise
    during contract
    12 month contract
    trustpilot score
    TrustScore 4.2 out of 5 | 3,453 reviews
    More info
  • Virgin Media
    Virgin Media M500 Ultrafast Fibre broadband only
    516
    Mbps
    average UK speed*
    £29.99
    a month
    no setup cost
    price may rise during contract
    18 month contract
    • £90 bill credit
    More info
  • Virgin Media
    Virgin Media M250 Ultrafast Fibre broadband only
    264
    Mbps
    average UK speed*
    £25.99
    a month
    no setup cost
    price may rise during contract
    18 month contract
    • £80 bill credit
    More info
  • Virgin Media
    Virgin Media M125 Ultrafast Fibre broadband only
    132
    Mbps
    average UK speed*
    £22.99
    a month
    no setup cost
    price may rise during contract
    18 month contract
    • £75 bill credit
    More info
  • Virgin Media
    Virgin Media Gig1 Fibre broadband only
    1130
    Mbps
    average UK speed*
    £34.99
    a month
    no setup cost
    price may rise during contract
    18 month contract
    • £105 bill credit
    More info
  • BeFibre
    BeFibre Be150 - 12 Months
    150
    Mbps
    average UK speed*
    £12.00
    a month
    for 2 months then £24.00
    no setup cost
    No price rise
    during contract
    12 month contract
    trustpilot score
    TrustScore 4.2 out of 5 | 3,453 reviews
    More info
  • BeFibre
    BeFibre Be900 - 12 Months
    900
    Mbps
    average UK speed*
    £16.00
    a month
    for 2 months then £32.00
    no setup cost
    No price rise
    during contract
    12 month contract
    trustpilot score
    TrustScore 4.2 out of 5 | 3,453 reviews
    More info
  • Three
    Three: 5G BB Unlimited
    150
    Mbps
    average UK speed*
    £19.00
    a month
    no setup cost
    price may rise during contract
    24 month contract
    • Next working day delivery §
    More info
  • Sky
    Sky Full Fibre 500
    500
    Mbps
    average UK speed*
    £33.00
    a month
    no setup cost
    price may rise during contract
    24 month contract
    • £80 voucher
    • Most Popular Broadband Provider
    More info
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* Average speeds are based on the download speed available to at least 50% of customers with this product during peak time (8 to 10pm). Your actual speeds depend on factors like your connection type, area, time of day and distance from the telephone exchange.

§ Order before 8pm for next working day delivery. To find out more about delivery times, please check the provider site for more details.

Deals are subject to local availability and may not be available to existing customers. You can confirm availability and estimated speeds for your property on the provider’s website - this may be different to what we show.

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Is full fibre available in Manchester?

There are lots of full fibre broadband options in Manchester, with much of the city covered by at least one fibre-to-the-premises network.

Almost every home in Manchester will also be able to get part-fibre broadband too, so if you can't get full fibre just yet, you could still benefit from up to 70Mbps broadband speeds.

Full fibre services run fibre-optic cables right to your front door — as opposed to most standard fibre services, which still rely on copper cables for the last bit of the journey. This may need an engineer to install if your home has never had it before, but it'll mean you can future-proof your home broadband connection for years in the future.

What's the fastest broadband speed I can get in Manchester?

The fastest speeds in Manchester will likely be from full fibre broadband or from Virgin Media's network. Any speed above 100Mbps we call 'ultrafast', and any speed that nears 1Gbps (1000Mbps) is what we call 'gigabit'.

There are several ways in which consumers can get ultrafast broadband in Manchester, many of which offer gigabit speeds too. However, most households likely won't need gigabit speeds right now, as it's mostly catered for the highest-use households that rely on gigabit speed for professional or competitive purposes.

To find out if your home can access ultrafast speeds, you can use Uswitch's postcode checker, which will show you all the services you can access at home, what speeds are available and the prices you can expect to pay.

Guide: What broadband speed do I need?

Can I get 5G broadband in Manchester?

In order to get a good 5G broadband connection, you'll need to be in a location that has good indoor 5G coverage. This is because 5G signal can sometimes be obstructed by walls and houses to the point where it becomes a lot weaker.

Here is what mobile network you'd have to choose mobile broadband with depending on where you are based in Manchester:

  • O2: Limited indoor 5G coverage can be found in most parts of central Manchester, Salford, Pendleton, Castefield, Cheetham Hill, Strangeways and Miles Platting
  • Vodafone: Good indoor 5G coverage across the whole city, except for some pockets near Bradford.
  • EE: Good indoor 5G coverage across much of the city, except for small areas near Bradford, Swinton, Prestwich and Monton.
  • Three: Small pockets of indoor 5G coverage across the city, including Cheetham Hill, Salford, Old Trafford and Longsight.

Which internet providers are in Manchester?

All of the UK's major internet providers offer services in Manchester, so there is a lot of choice. You should not only look at the prices, but also the speeds, the contract length and what extras are on offer when comparing broadband providers. Here are some of the most popular options in Manchester.

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Sky broadband

Ideal for TV and sports fans, Sky offers a wide range of broadband, phone, TV and mobile deals, so you can mix and match what's included in your package. With a huge range of entertainment, film and sports packages, it's also great for families thanks to its range of kids content and easy-to-manage parental controls.

Plusnet

Plusnet offers some of the best-value broadband deals in the UK, with standard and fibre options at affordable prices. It's also notable for its UK-based customer service quality, often winning the Best Broadband Customer Service prize in the yearly Uswitch Telecoms Awards.

Virgin Media

Virgin Media offers some of the fastest broadband speeds in Manchester and a wide range of extras. With entertainment, sports and movie packages available through its powerful TV 360 set-top box, there's sure to be something for everyone on a Virgin Media bundle deal, but you can also get broadband-only deals if all you're interested in is fast speeds.

Virgin's new and fast-growing full fibre service also has impressive coverage in northern Manchester. This service is available via the 'Nexfibre' broadband network.

BT

BT is the UK's largest broadband provider and offers a range of deals with average speeds of up to 76Mbps in Manchester. Some areas even offer BT speeds up to 900Mbps where BT's full fibre is available.

Altnet broadband providers in Manchester

There are a number of smaller full fibre broadband providers (often called 'altnets') dotted around Manchester. Here's a quick rundown of where they are available:

  • brsk: Available in southern Manchester and the Hurst / Taunton / Ashton-under-Lyne area
  • Freedom Fibre: Available in far west Manchester, near Eccles and Stretford
  • Grain Connect: Available in Old Trafford, Chorlton, Moss Side and Levenshulme
  • Hyperoptic: Mostly available in central manchester
  • ITS Technology: Available in Droylesdon, Audenshaw, Dunkinfield, Ashton-under-Lyne and Newton
  • YouFibre: Available in northern Manchester (Blackley, Charlestown and near Bradford)
Guide: Altnet broadband providers explained

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How to choose the right broadband package in Oxford

There are many great broadband deals to choose from in Manchester, with a range of speeds and prices to suit any budget and meet the demands of any household. You can choose from several types of broadband that offer different speeds, including:

  • standard copper ADSL
  • superfast part-fibre
  • Virgin Media cable
  • full fibre broadband

You might need a particular minimum speed depending on the number of people in your household and how much you use the internet.

The good news for those who can't get full fibre just yet is that 98% of premises in the whole country have access to superfast broadband speeds of up to 70Mbps, often for some reasonably affordable prices. That speed will be more than enough if you're in a small household without much internet use.

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Our expert says

“Manchester is very well covered by fast, reliable broadband. There are nationwide full fibre providers and smaller alternative brands available across the whole city and in surrounding neighbourhoods.


There still may be a chance that these networks aren't available to your home just yet, though. In this case, it's worth comparing different providers that offer part-fibre broadband to find a company that matches your needs best."

Max Beckett author headshotMax Beckett, Broadband Expert

What business broadband can I get in Manchester?

Manchester is a global hub for business, so having a fast, reliable broadband connection is essential for offices based there.

Thankfully, Uswitch offers a range of business broadband deals that are available in Manchester. So, if you're looking to switch your workplace's broadband provider, take a look at our best business broadband deals.