Compare broadband deals in Gateshead
Broadband deals in Gateshead
On the south bank of the River Tyne sits Gateshead – a town with a trendy, artisan edge as well as an expansive and beautiful countryside ready for you to explore. And beyond these strengths, it's also a great location for fast, reliable broadband. Whether you’re after a cost-effective plan for day-to-day browsing or need a high-speed connection for streaming, gaming or remote work, there are plenty of broadband options available in Gateshead and nearby areas like Byker, Wrekenton and Whickham.
Most homes across these location benefit from strong full fibre coverage, with a growing number of broadband providers offering competitive deals. This gives Gateshead residents the flexibility to compare packages by speed, price and contract length – helping them find a broadband service that fits their needs and budget.
What broadband can I get in Gateshead?
Most Gateshead residents across the four main postcode areas can enjoy access to a strong broadband infrastructure. Overall in the city, 98.54% of premises can access superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) and 90.08% are gigabit‑capable (100 Mbps+).
A quick postcode snapshot:
- NE8 (Central): Nearly universal superfast coverage with excellent access to full‑fibre and gigabit broadband via both Openreach and Virgin Media cable.
- NE9 (Low Fell): Strong full‑fibre coverage and gigabit connectivity, strongly supported by Virgin Media.
- NE10 (Felling, Pelaw): Widespread access to ultrafast broadband with CityFibre (the wholesaler to alternative networks like 4th Utility and Lit) the major provider of full fibre infastructure.
- NE12 (Includes areas that border Newcastle-upon-Tyne): Has excellent superfast and ultrafast coverage.
Why postcode precision matters
Even within a single NE postcode, broadband availability can vary from street to street due to housing type, provider investment and local infrastructure.
For the most accurate view of your broadband options in Gateshead, the best way to see what broadband in available to you is by using our postcode checker.
Can you get full fibre in Gateshead?
There’s certainly a good chance. As of 2025, around 90.08% of premises in Gateshead have access to ultrafast broadband (speeds over 100 Mbps). This will either be through Virgin Media’s cabling or another full fibre network like CityFibre or Openreach. CityFibre and Openreach are the names of the wholesalers who provide the infrastructure for full fibre which other companies then use to deliver their broadband.
Which broadband providers are in Gateshead?
Gateshead as a strong selection of broadband providers, giving locals access to a great range of speeds, packages and pricing.
Virgin Media
Virgin Media offers some of the fastest broadband speeds in Gateshead, 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 Gateshead 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 Gateshead 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 Gateshead, 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 Gateshead.
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 Gateshead.
Even its slowest package has a very healthy average speed of 50Mbps. And despite being fast paced it also offers really good prices. Another big draw is that it also comes with a flexible rolling contract for those not looking to lock-in. You’ve just got to hope that your postcode falls under a Hyperoptic network, it’s currently only available to about 5% of Gateshead, mainly in the more central district of the city.
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 Gateshead and is currently available to about 20% of the area, mainly in the eastern 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.
Ready to switch broadband in Gateshead?
If you’re looking to upgrade your broadband, switch providers, or just find a better deal in Gateshead, now’s a great time. With so many full fibre options available, it’s easier than ever to compare what's on offer and make the switch.
Start by checking what’s available at your postcode and compare the latest broadband deals tailored to your area.
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