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There is wonderful news for broadband users across the nation! The FTTH Council Europe and IDATE have today released their highly anticipated 2026 ranking, celebrating the impressive strides made by the UK in gigabit-capable "full fibre" (FTTP/B) broadband networks. This latest report highlights a remarkable surge in connectivity, showing that the UK has now passed a significant milestone of 24.2 million homes connected.
The growth over the past year has been truly encouraging, with an additional 2.79 million homes gaining access to these superfast networks. Perhaps most exciting of all is the dramatic rise in actual usage; take-up rates have climbed to 48%, a substantial increase from the 37.1% recorded previously. This demonstrates that more households than ever are embracing the speed and reliability that full fibre offers.
While the report notes that the UK began its journey on the European ranking list seven years ago, the pace of progress since then has been nothing short of rapid. Although the rate of new homes passed has adjusted to 2.79 million this year, the UK remains the third fastest-growing country by volume in the EU39 ranking. This steady expansion ensures that communities across the country continue to benefit from world-class digital infrastructure.
It is also worth celebrating that the UK recently exceeded an 82.71% full fibre coverage mark, with the latest report confirming a solid 80% coverage based on data from September 2025. This foundation allows for continued expansion and ensures that even more premises can soon enjoy the benefits of next-generation broadband.
Whether you are looking to switch to a faster provider, need advice on available packages, or simply want to check if full fibre is available in your area, our friendly team is here to help. We can guide you through the options and connect you with the right services to suit your needs.
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Published: 2026-03-16
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