Reliable Broadband in Leicester From £26/Month
No mid-contract hikes Free Wi-Fi Hub Which? Recommended
Check Leicester PostcodeSave vs Leicester Providers
UW broadband packages offer significant savings compared to Virgin Media, BT, and other major providers with comparable speeds.
Excellent coverage in: LE1-LE5, LE7, LE8, LE9, LE19
Full Fibre Expansion in Leicester
Leicester benefits from extensive full fibre infrastructure with:
- 97% access to 100Mbps+ speeds
- Free Wi-Fi boosters available
- UK-based customer support
Leicester Broadband Comparison
Provider | Typical Price | Speed Options | Price Hikes |
---|---|---|---|
UW | From £26 | 35Mbps to 944Mbps Full Fibre | None |
Virgin Media | From £35 | Up to 2Gbps | CPI+3.9% |
BT | From £32.99 | 36Mbps to 900Mbps | CPI+3.9% |
Direct Save Telecom | From £59.95 | Up to 900Mbps | Varies |
UW guarantees no mid-contract increases. Average Leicester speed is 360Mbps according to Ofcom.
Leicester Broadband Options
Ultra Broadband
From £26/month
Perfect for everyday browsing
- 35Mbps average speed
- Free Wi-Fi Hub
- No price hikes
Full Fibre 100
Competitive Pricing
100Mbps average speed
- Free Wi-Fi Hub
- HD streaming ready
- Online gaming capable
Full Fibre 900
Ultrafast Speeds
944Mbps average speed
- Latency-free gaming
- Busy households
- Future-proof connectivity
Bundle & Save Up to £292/Year
+ Energy
- Save £48/year vs standard rates
- Free smart meter
- Which? Recommended
+ Mobile
- Unlimited 5G data options
- Free EU roaming
- Save £144/year vs big networks
Leicester Full Fibre Expansion
With 97% of Leicester having access to 100Mbps+ speeds, many areas now qualify for UW’s fastest broadband options with special offers when bundling services.
Areas with Excellent Coverage:
- LE1 (City Centre)
- LE2 (Oadby, Clarendon Park)
- LE3 (Braunstone, Glenfield)
- LE4 (Birstall, Syston)
- LE5 (Evington)
- LE7 (Barkby, Thurmaston)
- LE19 (Glen Parva)
Full fibre coverage expanding throughout 2025. Check your postcode for availability.
Leicester Residents Recommend UW
“Switching from Virgin Media saved me £22/month for comparable speeds in LE3. The UK-based customer service actually understands local issues.”
— Sarah T., LE3
“As a student in LE1, UW’s no price hike guarantee gives me budget certainty. The Wi-Fi hub handles all our devices perfectly during peak study times.”
— Mark D., LE1
Leicester Broadband Infrastructure
Fastest Areas in Leicester
According to recent data, these areas boast the highest average speeds:
- Crown Hills: 97.16 Mbps average
- Leicester City South: 95.14 Mbps
- Highfields South: 94.93 Mbps
- Stoneygate North: 94.13 Mbps
Source: BroadbandUK speed data
ISP Competition Benefits
Leicester residents benefit from competitive ISP market:
- Virgin Media FTTP up to 2Gbps
- CityFibre expansion with toob
- Multiple full fibre providers
- UW’s competitive pricing advantage
Better competition means better deals
Calculate Your Leicester Savings
Use our free calculator to see exactly how much you could save by switching to UW for your broadband, mobile, and energy services.
Try Our Savings CalculatorSee how bundling services could save you up to £292 per year compared to Leicester competitors

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Leicester Broadband Questions
What broadband speed do I need for my Leicester household?
Recommended speeds based on household usage in Leicester:
- 1-2 people: 35-63Mbps (basic streaming/browsing)
- 3-4 people: 100Mbps (multiple devices, remote work)
- 5+ people/gamers: 500-944Mbps (4K streaming, gaming, multiple users)
Is switching from Virgin Media or BT difficult in Leicester?
We make switching broadband providers simple for Leicester residents:
- Minimal service interruption during the switch
- Support with early termination fees from previous providers
- Dedicated UK-based support team familiar with Leicester infrastructure
How reliable is broadband in different Leicester areas?
Leicester has excellent broadband reliability with strong infrastructure:
- City Centre (LE1): Excellent full fibre availability
- Suburban areas: Strong superfast coverage
- Outlying areas: Expanding full fibre availability throughout 2025
What are the benefits of UW’s Whole Home Wi-Fi in Leicester?
UW’s partnership with Amazon eero offers Leicester residents:
- Extended Wi-Fi range for larger Leicester homes
- eero Secure app with parental controls (worth £25/year)
- Advanced security and ad blockers
- Seamless connectivity across multiple devices
How does UW compare to newer providers like toob in Leicester?
While toob offers competitive full fibre in Leicester, UW provides additional benefits:
- Multi-service bundling savings up to £292/year
- No mid-contract price increases guaranteed
- Which? Recommended provider status
- Comprehensive customer support beyond just broadband