Compare broadband deals in Bradford
Broadband deals in Bradford
Bradford is one of the UK’s most diverse and dynamic cities, with a growing population and strong links to nearby areas like Shipley, Bingley, and Keighley. Whether you're looking for a budget-friendly broadband package for everyday browsing or need a high-speed connection for working from home, there are plenty of competitive deals available across this region.
Residents in Bradford have access to a range of broadband technologies, including superfast and full fibre connections. This wide availability gives you the flexibility to compare providers, speeds and prices to find a deal that fits your needs and your budget.
What broadband can I get in Bradford?
Bradford residents across the four largest postcode areas enjoy a well-connected broadband infrastructure. Throughout the Bradford district, about 98% of homes can access superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) and approximately 82% can reach full fibre (FTTP) speeds of 100 Mbps or more.
Here’s a snapshot by postcode area:
- BD1 (city centre): All have at least superfast access, with widespread full fibre availability and strong competition from Openreach networks (Sky, BT, Plusnet and NOW) and Virgin Media.
- BD2: Mirroring BD1, this residential area enjoys high superfast connectivity and expanding full fibre reach through CityFibre rollouts and cable upgrades.
- BD3: Extensive fibre coverage provides most premises with superfast and FTTP options, backed by both national and local alternative network (altnet) providers.
- BD5: With around 98% reaching superfast speeds and strong full fibre growth, ultrafast cable services are also increasingly available, benefitting up to 78% of homes .
Why postcode precision matters
Even within a single BD postcode, broadband availability can vary street by street due to building types, infrastructure, and provider rollouts.
For the most accurate view of your broadband options in Bradford, the best way to see what broadband in available to you is by using our postcode checker.
Can you get full fibre in Bradford?
As of 2025, around 95% of homes in Bradford now have access to full fibre and full fibre speeds through Virgin cable broadband, making it one of the better-connected cities in the UK. Thanks to major infrastructure investment from providers like Openreach, CityFibre and Virgin Media, ultrafast speeds are widely available across the city.
Whether you're in the city centre or in surrounding areas like BD2, BD3 or BD5, there's a high chance your home is eligible for full fibre, offering faster downloads, smoother streaming and a more reliable performance overall.
Which broadband providers are in Bradford?
Bradford is well served by a wide range of major broadband providers and smaller alternative networks, giving locals plenty of choice when it comes to finding the right deal.
Virgin Media
Virgin Media offers some of the fastest broadband speeds in Bradford, with packages reaching up to 1Gbps thanks to its own cable network. And with its huge pay-TV offerings, which include endless boxsets, movies and sports channels, it’s a great choice for those looking for more than just broadband.
Sky
This household name in broadband, TV, and entertainment, offers a range of fibre packages through the Openreach network. Customers in Bradford can expect reliable performance, flexible contract lengths, with the option to bundle with Sky’s TV services. Speeds range from standard fibre up to full fibre in many parts of the city, making it a solid all-rounder for most homes.
BT
BT is one of the UK’s biggest broadband providers and has widespread availability across Bradford via the Openreach network. Known for reliability and extensive customer support, BT offers a variety of broadband packages including full fibre options with speeds up to 900Mbps. BT is also a good choice for customers who want added extras like BT Sport or enhanced parental controls.
Vodafone
Vodafone has become an increasingly popular choice for broadband in Bradford, offering competitive pricing and high-speed fibre packages. Vodafone often includes discounts for existing mobile customers, making it a good choice if you're already using them for your phone plan.
Plusnet
Plusnet is a budget-friendly provider with a reputation for strong UK-based customer service. Operating on the Openreach network, Plusnet offers simple, straightforward broadband packages with no-frills pricing. While it doesn’t always offer the fastest speeds on the market, it's a dependable and cost-effective option for smaller households or light internet users in Bradford.
NOW Broadband
NOW Broadband offers flexible broadband plans with no long-term contract, making it perfect for renters, students, or anyone wanting a shorter commitment. Powered by the Sky network, NOW provides standard and fibre packages at competitive rates.
Onestream
Onestream has been growing in popularity thanks to its low-cost full fibre deals. Using the Openreach network, Onestream offers fast broadband at affordable prices, making it a viable alternative to the big names. While extras may be more limited, it’s worth considering if you're looking for value-focused full fibre options in Bradford.
This small, independent provider offers fast, flexible, affordable full fibre. With 30-day contract options and prices that start from £23, there's a lot to like about 4th Utility for those who have access. Their broadband comes mainly through the CityFibre network in Bradford and is currently available to about 20% of the district.
Lit Fibre is everything you'd expect from an alternative network. It offers full fibre speeds of up to 1 gig – this will increase to 2.5Gb soon, too – that are all symmetrical (upload is just as fast as download). And unlike most of the bigger mainstream providers it gives a guarantee of no mid-contract price hikes. Like 4th Utility above, their broadband comes through the CityFibre network which is available to about 20% of Bradford.
Brsk is part of a new wave of alternative network providers (altnet) offering very fast full fibre broadband using its own network. It offers better prices in comparison for its speeds than many of the other big providers and also has a flexible month-by-month contract as an option, too. It's currently available in more western areas outside the city centre like Wisbey, Buttershaw, Clayton and Allerton.
Ready to switch broadband in Bradford?
Whether you’re thinking about upgrading your broadband, switching providers, or simply finding a better deal in Bradford, there’s never been a better time. With a wide range of options on the market, comparing offers and making the switch is easier than ever.
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