League tables · England & Wales
League table · Gigabit broadband
Fastest broadband in North East
Which areas can get gigabit broadband? All 12 council areas in North East ranked on gigabit broadband (% of premises). Source: Ofcom Connected Nations, January 2026.
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| # | Area | Gigabit broadband | England & Wales | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hartlepool | 96.9% | 19th | |
| 2 | Sunderland | 94.7% | 60th | |
| 3 | Middlesbrough | 94.6% | 63rd | |
| 4 | North Tyneside | 94.1% | 75th | |
| 5 | South Tyneside | 92.9% | 98th | |
| 6 | Darlington | 92.7% | 103rd | |
| 7 | Stockton-on-Tees | 92.0% | 114th | |
| 8 | Newcastle upon Tyne | 91.2% | 128th | |
| 9 | Redcar and Cleveland | 90.2% | 147th | |
| 10 | Gateshead | 89.4% | 160th | |
| 11 | County Durham | 85.4% | 205th | |
| 12 | Northumberland | 82.1% | 241st |
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