Broadband mid-contract price rises 2026

Key takeaways

• Most broadband providers increase prices once a year, usually in spring, even if you’re still in contract.

• Newer deals now use fixed £ increases (typically around £3 a month), while older contracts may still be linked to inflation.

• If you’re out of contract, switching provider is often the easiest way to avoid paying more.

Why is my broadband bill going up?

Every year in spring many broadband providers increase prices for existing customers. These rises are typically written into your contract, so they can still apply even if you’re mid-way through a fixed deal.

How much is each provider raising its prices by?

BT broadband

• +£4 per month for most newer contracts

• Older contracts may still see inflation-based increases

EE broadband

• +£4 per month on newer deals

• Older plans may still be linked to inflation

Plusnet broadband

• +£4 per month on newer contracts

• Legacy customers may have percentage-based rises

Virgin Media broadband

• +£4 per month across most packages

• Some older contracts may still use inflation-based increases

Sky broadband

• +£3 per month for most customers

• Applies to both broadband and bundled TV plans

Vodafone broadband

• +£3.50 per month on newer contracts

• Older deals may still use CPI-linked increases

TalkTalk broadband

• Typically around £3–£4 per month, depending on when you signed up

NOW broadband

• Typically around £3 per month annually, often applied later in the year

⚠️ Exact timing and amounts can vary slightly year to year, so check your provider’s latest notification or your bill for confirmation.

Don’t overpay for your broadband

Even small yearly increases can add up quickly, especially if you’ve been with the same provider for a while.

If your contract has ended, you could save money by switching to a new deal. Many providers offer lower prices and perks for new customers, so it pays to compare your options regularly.