The Full Fibre Broadband Guide

Full fibre broadband is at the tip of everyone’s tongue when it comes to discussions about connectivity at the minute. Promises of superfast gaming and streaming are littering message boards and blogs, with many wondering when this new method of internet delivery will be available to them. But what is full-fibre broadband and why are we all hearing so much about it right now?

This blog will break down the essentials of full-fibre broadband, explaining what it is, what it offers and how the rollout is taking place, so you can feel confident considering it next time you update your broadband contract. 

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What is full-fibre broadband and how does it work?

Full-fibre broadband, also known as Fibre To The Premises (FTTP) is broadband that works through directly connecting fibre optic cables from exchanges to homes. This differs from standard, Superfast fibre optic broadband, also known as Part Fibre, which connects from the exchange to a street cabinet with fibre optics, then to connected homes with copper wires. 

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What are the characteristics of full-fibre broadband? 

The point of this direct fibre optic connection is that it simply allows for better connectivity in the homes it’s provided to. 

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The benefits of full-fibre connectivity include: 

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• Ultrafast broadband. Full-fibre connections offer speeds of 100mbps–2gbps; significantly faster than any other form of connectivity. For context, the average household enjoyed speeds of around 70mbps before the full fibre rollout (the average is now higher at around 110mbps!) 
• Increased reliability. Being connected directly with fibre optic cables decreases the likelihood of interruptions. 
• No bandwidth sharing. Unlike part-fibre, full-fibre broadband isn’t shared across a neighbourhood, meaning it bypasses the complications of peak usage times. 

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All of these benefits make full-fibre broadband suitable for busy families, remote workers, avid gamers and people who love to stream content. 

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Can I get full-fibre broadband? 

With all these great benefits, you might be wondering, “How do I get full-fibre in my area?” This is where things can get a little complicated – full-fibre broadband is not currently available everywhere in the UK like other forms of connectivity are. However, the rollout is in full effect and the efforts of network operators and broadband providers means that the technology is available to around 69% of UK homes. 

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The goal, supported by the Government, is for that figure to reach 85% at some point in 2025, eventually making full-fibre broadband available to every home in the UK. If you’re curious about availability to you, use a full fibre checker to see how it aligns with your postcode. 

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Learn more

If you’re curious to learn more and also locate some amazing full-fibre broadband deals, visit our website today! We offer a variety of different deals from various providers all over the North of England, while also having an archive of news and blogs to keep you informed. 

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