Compare broadband deals in Manchester
Broadband deals in Manchester
Birthplace of the industrial revolution. Home to two football giants. Legendary music scene. Did you know that Manchester is also brilliant for broadband options? Anyone living here, as well as those in nearby areas like Salford, Stockport, and Altrincham, can choose from a wide variety of broadband deals.
A range of broadband technologies are available across the Manchester area, including superfast and full fibre options. Most postcodes in the city have access to multiple providers and speeds, giving you the flexibility to compare deals and choose the right combination of speed, service and price for your household.
What broadband can I get in Manchester?
Residents of Manchester are well served when it comes to broadband, with excellent availability of both superfast and full‑fibre services. According to ThinkBroadband, almost 98% of premises have access to superfast broadband (≥30 Mbps) and 91% are capable of gigabit speeds of up to 1000Mbps.
Broadband availability by postcode
Even with city-wide coverage on the rise, speeds can vary by area. Here's a postcode-level snapshot of Manchester in four different
- M1 and M2 (City Centre, Northern Quarter) Almost universal access to full-fibre and gigabit-capable broadband, with many households able to achieve speeds up to 900 Mbps–1 Gbps thanks to services like Virgin Media and Openreach FTTP.
- M4 (Ancoats, Strangeways) Excellent fibre availability, with full-fibre services on par with city centre speeds. Businesses and apartments can typically access 500 Mbps–1 Gbps, though ultra-urban streets should verify exact coverage.
- M3 (Castlefield, Deansgate) Strong coverage with 90%+ full-fibre availability, delivering speeds from 300–900 Mbps, depending on the specific provider and building type.
- M20 (Didsbury, Withington) A mix of superfast and full-fibre connections. Many areas enjoy 200–500 Mbps, with increasing FTTP rollout pushing speeds toward 900 Mbps in well-covered streets.
Why postcode matters
Area-wide stats like those above give a broad picture, but your exact postcode or address is the key to uncovering precise availability. Even within postcodes, links may vary street by street; while some homes have full-fibre, others may still rely on FTTC (fibre-to-the-cabinet). For the most accurate insight into your broadband options in Manchester, use our postcode checker checker first.
Can you get full fibre in Manchester?
As of 2025, around 92% of premises in Manchester have access to ultrafast broadband (speeds over 100 Mbps). Not bad when you compare it to the UK average of 87%.
Which broadband providers are in Manchester?
Manchester has a great mix of major and alternative broadband providers, keeping competition and coverage strong across the city.
Virgin Media
Virgin Media offers some of the fastest broadband speeds in Manchester, 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 Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester, 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, it’s a great no-thrills option for anyone looking for a good, reliable broadband service. There aren’t all the extra bundle phone or TV options that some of the other big providers offer, but not everyone is looking for these too.
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 Manchester.
Brsk was created with the aim of upgrading broadband infrastructure to full fibre in UK towns across the north. It has a huge presence in Manchester and is active throughout the city. It offers better prices in comparison for its speeds than many of the other big providers, promises no mid-contract price hikes and has a month-by-month contract option.
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 available to about 25% of Manchester, mainly in the more central areas.
Ready to switch broadband in Manchester?
With faster speeds, better coverage, and more competitive broadband deals now available across Manchester, it’s an ideal time to consider switching. Whether you’re looking to save money, move to full fibre, or improve your connection’s reliability, there are plenty of attractive offers from providers keen to win your business.
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