In a recent development, industry analysts tracking Openreach’s full-fibre footprint have revealed that the company’s reported figures are slightly behind their actual progress. According to the latest findings, Openreach has passed 12,246,864 premises with its full-fibre network, and this number is increasing by 76,842 premises per week. At this pace, it is anticipated that the company will soon surpass the significant milestone of 12.5 million premises passed.
The current footprint of 12.2 million premises represents approximately 37.91% of all properties in the United Kingdom. Based on the escalating rate of premises being added to the network, analysts project that Openreach will reach 25 million premises passed by October or November 2027. However, the rapid pace of over 10,000 premises added per day suggests that the 25 million projected date could potentially be brought forward to the end of 2026.
This accelerated deployment of full-fibre infrastructure underscores Openreach’s commitment to expanding its network and delivering high-speed connectivity to a growing number of households and businesses across the UK. The progress reported by industry analysts showcases the potential for Openreach to significantly advance the rollout of its full-fibre network, with the company poised to further enhance its coverage in the coming years.
As Openreach continues to make strides in its full-fibre deployment, the industry will be closely monitoring its progress and the impact on the overall connectivity landscape, as well as the potential implications for the broader telecommunications sector.
Stay tuned for further updates on Openreach’s full-fibre expansion and its evolving footprint as the company advances towards its ambitious targets.
