Broadband in Liverpool
Liverpool has a solid broadband offering, with strong coverage from all the major national providers and a growing presence from alternative networks rolling out Full Fibre. Whether you're looking for a budget-friendly package for everyday use or a high-speed connection for streaming, gaming, or working from home, there’s no shortage of options. Use the postcode checker at the top of this page to see what’s available at your address — or keep reading for a full breakdown of providers, speeds, and coverage across the city.
National broadband providers in Liverpool
Liverpool is well covered by all the major broadband providers, just as you'd expect. BT, Sky, Virgin Media, TalkTalk, Vodafone, Plusnet, and EE all offer packages across the city, so whether you're after a simple connection for browsing and email or a Full Fibre package bundled with TV and mobile extras, you'll have no shortage of options perfect for downloading all those Beatles albums (sorry).
Most of these providers operate over the Openreach network, which means many of the speeds on offer are the same — but what differs is the pricing, contract length, extras like cashback or reward cards, and how they bundle in things like mobile data or call packages. Virgin Media is the main exception, running on its own network, and tends to deliver the fastest speeds first in many areas — including parts of Aigburth, Wavertree, and Liverpool city centre. Some smaller providers and altnets also operate across parts of the city — we’ll cover those further down.
In terms of speed, most addresses in Liverpool can access anything from around 35Mbps on Standard Fibre packages to 900Mbps or higher on Full Fibre. EE offers packages up to 1.6Gbps via Openreach, while Vodafone's Pro II package delivers up to 2.2Gbps in areas served by the CityFibre network. Top-end speeds are generally found in newer developments or Full Fibre-ready areas — so it’s always worth running your postcode through the checker to see what’s actually available where you live.
| Provider | Network | Top speed | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| BT | Openreach (Standard & Full Fibre) | 900Mbps | Widespread; Full Fibre expanding |
| Sky | Openreach & CityFibre | 900Mbps | Broad coverage; CityFibre in select areas |
| Virgin Media | Own network (Full Fibre) | 2Gbps | Strong city-wide coverage; Gig2 in select postcodes |
| TalkTalk | Openreach & CityFibre | 944Mbps | Good availability in most areas |
| Vodafone | CityFibre & Openreach | 2.2Gbps | Expanding rapidly; Pro II (up to 2.2Gbps) in limited areas |
| Plusnet | Openreach | 900Mbps | Widespread; Full Fibre rollout ongoing |
| EE Broadband | Openreach | 1.6Gbps | Widespread; Full Fibre available in many areas |
Broadband speeds in Liverpool
Liverpool has no shortage of broadband speed, with Full Fibre availability growing quickly across the city. Whether you're streaming in 4K, working remotely, gaming online, or all three at once, there are packages available to keep up. But as always, what you can get depends on the area you live in and which network serves your postcode.
If you’re in an area covered by Openreach Full Fibre, you can get speeds up to 900Mbps from most major providers. EE offers packages up to 1.6Gbps using the same network, while Vodafone’s Pro II package reaches up to 2.2Gbps — though that’s only available in areas served by the CityFibre network, which is rolling out gradually across Liverpool. Virgin Media’s Gig2 package is also live in parts of the city, offering up to 2Gbps, with an optional add-on that makes those speeds symmetrical — ideal if upload performance matters to you.
That said, most homes in Liverpool won’t need the fastest packages. Broadband speeds between 100Mbps and 300Mbps are more than enough for most households, whether you're streaming, video calling, or gaming online. Still, it’s worth checking your postcode to see what you can get — especially as more Full Fibre packages become available in more parts of the city.
Local broadband providers (altnets) in Liverpool
Liverpool isn't just covered by the usual suspects — there are several local Full Fibre alternative providers in specific areas and offering excellent broadband deals. These altnets typically deliver symmetrical speeds, transparent pricing, and contracts without surprise hikes, though that's not universal.
Here are some notable altnets currently available in Liverpool:
| Provider | Top speed | Coverage notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hyperoptic | Up to 900Mbps symmetrical | Live in city-centre apartments and modern developments, including the Baltic Triangle and Ropewalks |
| Giganet | Up to 900Mbps symmetrical | Extensive coverage across the Liverpool City Region with clear, no-price hike packages |
| YouFibre (Netomnia) | Up to 7Gbps! | Netomnia network recently passed over 110,000 homes in Liverpool, particularly Sefton Park, Stoneycroft and Aintree |
| 4th Utility | Up to 1Gbps symmetrical | Rolling out to select areas, including some postcodes in Everton and Anfield |
Broadband availability in Liverpool
Broadband coverage in Liverpool is seriously good. Most homes can already get Full Fibre from at least one provider — and in many areas, there’s more than one to choose from. You’ll usually end up on either the Openreach network or Virgin Media’s own setup. Openreach covers everything from Standard Fibre to the fastest Full Fibre packages, while Virgin Media runs its own show, offering up to 1.1Gbps to most postcodes and 2Gbps in areas where its Gig2 package has landed (quite limited, but it's there).
On top of that, several smaller providers are now live in parts of the city. YouFibre’s been expanding fast and already covers over 100,000 homes, offering speeds up to a ridiculous 7Gbps. Hyperoptic, Giganet and 4th Utility are also active in certain areas — especially flats, new builds and some outer parts of Liverpool.
To find out what you can actually get where you live, use the postcode checker at the top of the page. Coverage across Liverpool is excellent, but top speeds and provider choice can still vary street by street.
The fastest broadband providers in Liverpool
Liverpool doesn’t hold back when it comes to broadband speed. Whether you’re streaming, gaming, uploading massive files, or just like the idea of never buffering again, there are some seriously fast packages out there — but as ever, it all depends on where you live. Postcode is everything, so check before you get too excited.
Winner: YouFibre — up to 7Gbps
YouFibre is officially the fastest broadband provider in Liverpool, with packages that go all the way up to 7Gbps. That’s not a typo. It runs over the Netomnia network, which has already passed over 100,000 homes in and around the city, including parts of Sefton Park, Aintree and Stoneycroft. If you’re in one of those areas and want bragging rights, this is the one to beat.
| Provider | Top speed |
|---|---|
| YouFibre | Up to 7Gbps |
| Vodafone (Pro II) | Up to 2.2Gbps (CityFibre), 1.6Gbps (Openreach) |
| Virgin Media | Up to 2Gbps |
Vodafone’s Pro II package is a strong contender, offering up to 2.2Gbps in CityFibre-covered areas and 1.6Gbps via Openreach pretty much everywhere else. Virgin Media’s Gig2 package also hits 2Gbps in some areas and is widely available across the city.
So, if you're lucky enough to have YouFibre at your address, you’ve got access to the fastest residential broadband in Liverpool, nay the country — no contest. If not, Vodafone and Virgin Media still offer more than enough speed for even the most demanding households. Either way, you're not short of bandwidth in this city.