Compare broadband deals in Sheffield
Broadband deals in Sheffield
Yorkshire’s second largest city is home to 65,000 students, 700 parks and the oldest football stadium in the world. It’s also home to a wide variety of great broadband deals. Whether you're after a budget-friendly plan for day-to-day browsing or a high-speed connection for working from home, there are plenty of options for residents in the city as well as surrounding areas like Rotherham, Dronfield and Ecclesfield, to choose from.
Most addresses benefit from strong coverage of full fibre and a choice of providers, giving you the flexibility to compare speeds, prices, and packages to find the perfect deal.
What broadband can I get in Sheffield?
Sheffield boasts excellent broadband coverage, with the vast majority of homes and businesses now able to access high-speed connections. According to ThinkBroadband, 99.30% of premises can receive superfast broadband (30 Mbps+), in fact Sheffield ranks among the top‑performing large UK cities for broadband availability and speed.
Broadband availability in Sheffield’s major postcode areas
Broadband quality varies slightly depending on where you live – here’s a snapshot of coverage and typical speeds in four key postcode zones:
- S1 (City Centre): Almost universal access to full fibre and gigabit-capable services, with many buildings reaching download speeds of 900 Mbps to 1 Gbps.
- S2 (Arbourthorne, Norfolk Park): Offers excellent full fibre coverage with typical speeds ranging from 300 Mbps to 900 Mbps, though a few streets may still rely on FTTC (fibre to the cabinet).
- S10 (Broomhill, Ranmoor): Well-served by full-fibre networks, with gigabit-capable speeds available to over 90% of premises – ideal for heavy streaming and gaming households.
- S11 (Banner Cross, Ecclesall): Also enjoys strong full-fibre availability, delivering speeds between 300 Mbps and 900 Mbps depending on the provider and property type.
Why postcode accuracy matters
Even within the same postcode district, infrastructure can vary street by street. Some homes are already wired for the fastest full-fibre services, while neighbouring streets may still use older copper connections.
For the most accurate view of your broadband options in Sheffield, the best way to see what broadband in available to you is by using our postcode checker.
Can you get full fibre in Sheffield?
As of 2025, around 95% of premises in Sheffield have access to ultrafast broadband with speeds exceeding 100 Mbps. The city has seen big investment in digital infrastructure in the last few years, and a large number of postcodes are now registered as FTTP-eligible. This means that even if your property doesn't currently support full fibre, there's a strong chance it will be upgraded soon.
Which broadband providers are in Sheffield?
Sheffield is served by a wide range of broadband providers, offering plenty of choice for residents across the city. Whether you’re after the fastest available connection, a flexible contract, or simply a cost-effective plan, there’s likely a provider that suits your needs.
Virgin Media
Virgin Media offers some of the fastest broadband speeds in Sheffield, 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 Sheffield 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 Sheffield 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 Sheffield, 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 Sheffield.
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 Sheffield.
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 10% of Sheffield, 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 Sheffield and is currently available to about 40% of Sheffield, mainly in the northern and eastern districts.
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 40% of Sheffield.
Ready to switch broadband in Sheffield?
With improved speeds, wider full fibre coverage and more competitive deals than ever before, now’s an ideal time to make a change. Cut costs, boost connection and get a more reliable service, by switching today.
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