The UK is on track to meet its goal of providing 85% gigabit broadband coverage by 2025, according to the latest data from Ofcom. As of December 2024, 83% of the country has access to gigabit-capable connectivity, with 20.7 million homes able to connect to full-fibre broadband. This marks significant progress from 57% in September 2023.
Northern Ireland leads the country with 94% full-fibre coverage, while Wales lags at 74%. The UK government’s £5 billion Project Gigabit, launched in 2021, has played a pivotal role in expanding access to rural areas, ensuring no community is left behind in the digital age.
While the roll-out of full-fibre networks is accelerating, there remains a gap in adoption. As of July 2024, just 35% of households – 7.5 million homes – have signed up for gigabit broadband, though this figure is up from 28% in May.