Mobile connectivity and coverage
Check your mobile coverage with Streetwave
Understanding your mobile coverage results
Results may vary slightly because the Postcode Checker and Coverage Maps show different information.The Postcode Checker gives estimated download and upload speeds for a specific address. Both are important for understanding performance.
The Coverage Maps show an overall coverage quality score. This is based on a wider view of network performance, including download and upload speeds and other factors.
If your address isn’t listed on Streetwave
Don’t worry – your address is still on the Council’s records. Streetwave uses a different database, so some addresses might not appear. You can:- use a nearby address if it’s listed
- find your location using the coverage map
Mobile operators in the UK
Mobile Network Operators (MNOs)
Mobile network operators are companies that own and operate their own mobile networks.
MNOs are responsible for setting up the networks, providing mobile coverage and selling services directly to consumers.
- EE
- O2
- Vodafone
- Three
Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs)
These companies lease access to the network infrastructure owned by MNOs. They don’t operate their own infrastructure but offer mobile services under their brand name.
While they use the same networks, MVNOs don’t always provide the same service levels or coverage guarantees as the MNOs they rely on, so it’s worth checking the details of what each provider offers.
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About Streetwave
Streetwave provides detailed insights into mobile network coverage and performance across the UK. Dorset Council uses Streetwave data to map and assess the quality of 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G networks from major operators, including EE, O2, Three, and Vodafone.
Streetwave data shows outdoor mobile coverage only. Indoor coverage may vary depending on your location and building materials.
Your mobile experience may also be affected by your device. For example, if your phone doesn’t support 5G, you won’t be able to access 5G networks.
While we strive to ensure the accuracy of the information on this site, we give no guarantees regarding its accuracy, timeliness or completeness. Any reliance which you place on the information and content on this site is entirely at your own risk
Your feedback is really important
Please let us know if:
- there's an area missing data that you'd like us to cover. We'll try our best to explore how we can gather data there.
- you represent a community group, e.g., parish/town council, and you’d like more information, including data insights, on mobile coverage in your area.
You can contact us at digitaldorset@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk