As noted above, Virgin Mobile uses EE’s coverage for 4G customers and Vodafone’s for 5G ones. You can see speeds for both of those networks above, but we’re focusing on Vodafone’s, as all customers will eventually be moved to Vodafone’s infrastructure.

Covering around 95% of UK premises, the Openreach network is larger than Virgin Media’s, though around 60% of UK premises can access Virgin Media. Virgin Media has invested a lot in its network over recent years, and this work is ongoing. So it is quite possible Virgin Media will come to your area soon.

Virgin Media’s expansion trial paves the way for faster network rollout in future. The company has connected 1,600 premises in the area to its ultrafast network by combining three different construction methods, with expansion continuing throughout 2021.

Sky broadband vs Virgin broadband Just look at the numbers: Virgin Media, with its own network, offers a top speed of 1000Mbps with its Gig1 service, while Sky’s single fibre deal (running on the Openreach network used by all other providers) only offers an average of 59Mbps. Virgin Media clearly wins.

Virgin runs on its own exclusive network, whereas BT operates over the widely used Openreach network, but whatever package you currently have – broadband, TV or phone – switching between the two need not be a hassle. This guide outlines everything you need to know about switching between BT and Virgin Media.

All of Virgin Media’s internet packages are fibre optic, so whichever one you plump for you’re likely to get faster speeds and more reliable service than offered by most rival providers. The range of speeds on offer include: M50 – average speeds of 56Mbps. M100 – average speed of 108Mbps.

Virgin Media’s cable broadband service, which uses fibre optic to deliver broadband to your exchange and then coaxial cables for the journey to your home, is widely available. However, its full fibre service, which offers speeds of 8Gbps, is restricted to certain locations.

Virgin media run a cable network which is a coax-fibre hybrid network. It works in a similar way to Fibre-to-the-Cabinet (FTTC) where fibre is run to a street-side cabinet and from here a connection is made to your house using a coaxial cable.

Now, new Netflix customers with Virgin Media can choose to pay for their Netflix subscription through their Virgin Media bill when they join, so there’s just one hassle-free payment for both Netflix and your Virgin Media services. For more help on Netflix billing and what this means check our FAQs below.

Virgin Media is among the more expensive broadband providers. It comes at a similar price point to Sky for most comparable services, and it usually costs more than ‘value providers’, such as TalkTalk and Plusnet. However, for the broadband speed you get, Virgin Media represents pretty good value.

Cable broadband from Virgin Media Currently, Virgin Media has the most widely-available fixed broadband network that doesn’t need a phone line. Because Virgin Media operates independently on its own cable network, the company offers several broadband-only deals with no landline included.

no, they use two entirely different physical networks, virgin can’t use BT lines, and BT can’t use virgin lines.

Fibre optic broadband – this is superfast broadband that is delivered by a fibre optic cable carrying your data at the speed of light. Cable broadband – As seen from Virgin Media, the superfast broadband is delivered on cables that do not rely on BTs infrastructure, and you won’t necessarily have to pay line rental.

But availability all depends on where you live. In some areas there may be restrictions, but the majority of homes we pass will be able to benefit from all the great services we have to offer. Why can’t I get Virgin Media Fibre Broadband?

Package all your entertainment, connection and landline needs together in a Virgin Media bundle. Combine epic TV with superfast broadband and our new Intelligent WiFi system, which maximises internet coverage in every corner of your house and for every device. Get your broadband service and TV needs sorted in one go.

We currently reach just over 53% of homes in the UK and we’re expecting that to rise. We’re aiming to connect around 4 million extra homes and businesses. Pretty cool, right? When will my area have access to Virgin Media services? When will my area have access to Virgin Media services? When will my area have access to Virgin Media services?