Fastest UK Broadband Heading to Hereford

Ultrafast broadband on the way to more than 28,000 homes in Hereford.

17:11 05 November 2020

Herefordshire Council has confirmed that ultrafast broadband service, which can deliver up to 2000Megabits per second, is coming to more than 28,000 local residential properties in early 2021. Zzoomm's, a new full fibre broadband provider in the UK, confirms that work on the new project will start soon as part of the company's nationwide rollout. The company is currently building its network in Henley-on-Thames. 

 

Councillor Ellie Chowns, cabinet member for environment, economy and skills, said: “Access to new full fibre broadband in Hereford will be a great boost bringing new jobs as well as access to the fastest broadband speeds in the country.

 

"The majority of improved broadband access in the county has been delivered as a result of Fastershire’s financial intervention. However, the project also works to promote the county and encourage private investment, so it’s wonderful that new full fibre operators, like Zzoomm now see Hereford as an ideal place to invest.

 

"Around 92% of properties in the county can access a superfast service and 26% can already access full fibre gigabit capable connections throughout our rural areas. With announcements like this in the city, Herefordshire is really starting to lead the way."

 

Matthew Hare, Founder of Zzoomm, said: “The commencement of our network roll out in Hereford in the New Year marks the opening of a new exciting chapter for residents and businesses in the area.

 

"The people of Hereford have been stuck with old fashioned copper broadband for too long, and it’s now time for change. We’re going to transform their experience with Zzoomm’s Full Fibre network.

 

“The lockdown has accelerated the move to new working arrangements and boosted the demand for online entertainment and learning. Zzoomm has demonstrated that Full Fibre meets the need and will catapult Hereford into one of the best connected cities in the world.”