Starlink UK prices: why your quote differs (Nov 2026)

Written by (LinkedIn) • Reviewed by Adrian James (LinkedIn)

Last reviewed: 8 November 2026

Quick summary: Starlink UK prices can now vary by address, and a November offer takes 30% off in select areas. What you'll really pay, and what to check first.

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Illustration: Starlink UK prices: why your quote differs (Nov 2026)

Starlink quoted you one price and your neighbour another? It's probably not a mistake. Here's what you'll really pay

Starlink's standard UK prices are £40, £60 and £80 a month for its three home plans, and that's what our comparison showed on 8 November 2026. But Starlink says pricing may vary by location, so your quote may be higher or lower, and a November offer takes 30% off recurring Residential service in select areas if you sign up by 30 November. Before you pay, enter your full address, check the price for month one and month two, and screenshot the order summary. Then compare it with every option at your postcode.

What it means for youChecked 8 November 2026

If your quote differs from your neighbour's: it's probably not a mistake. Starlink says plans, pricing and promotions may vary by location.

If you're thinking of signing up this month: check the 30% offer shows at your address, and what you'll pay from month two, before you pay anything.

If you already have Starlink: Starlink must email you at least 30 days before a price rise that's bad for you, and you can cancel any time. The November offer is for new sign-ups, though some existing customers have reported getting it by asking.

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Key facts, verified 8 November 2026

  • Starlink lists Residential 100Mbps at £40, 200Mbps at £60 and Max at £80 a month, all with unlimited data, and says the 100Mbps and 200Mbps plans are only available in select areas (Starlink, checked 8 November 2026).
  • Starlink's UK site says: "Save 30% on recurring Residential service in select areas and on all Roam service when you sign up by November 30" (Starlink, checked 8 November 2026).
  • Starlink says "Residential plans, pricing, and promotions may vary by location and account type" (Starlink Help Centre, checked 8 November 2026).
  • ISPreview reported 100Mbps quotes of £32, £34, £36 and £40 in different parts of the UK, and linked the change to dynamic pricing (ISPreview, 30 October to 6 November 2026).
  • Our comparison showed £40, £60 and £80 a month, each with £19 up front, on 8 November 2026 (BroadbandSwitch.uk, 8 November 2026).
  • Starlink's UK terms say it will give "notice at least 30 days before materially adverse changes come into effect", by email, with your right to cancel (Starlink Terms of Service, checked 8 November 2026).
  • A rented Starlink kit must be returned "within 30 days of Service cancellation", or you're charged its full retail price (Starlink Terms of Service, checked 8 November 2026).
  • Opensignal measured Starlink at an average of 82Mbps across 14 European markets, and Three's UK fixed wireless home broadband at 32Mbps in rural areas, between 1 April and 29 June 2026 (Opensignal, 12 October 2026).
  • UK premises without affordable decent broadband fell to 4,000 by January 2026, "mainly due to the availability of lower priced satellite services" (Ofcom, 13 May 2026).
  • The Scottish Broadband Voucher Scheme, worth up to £5,000, closes to new applications on 20 November 2026 (Scottish Government, checked 8 November 2026).

Who this is for: anyone in the UK weighing up Starlink, especially in rural areas, families helping an older relative choose, renters, and anyone with a caravan, boat or second home. We'll follow Ruth, an example built from the calls we take, not a real customer. Ruth lives on a smallholding outside Ludlow in Shropshire. Her copper line manages a few megabits, and her neighbour was quoted a different Starlink price from hers.

Why is my Starlink price different from my neighbour's?

Direct answer: Because Starlink now prices by location. Its UK help centre says "Residential plans, pricing, and promotions may vary by location and account type", and since late October 2026, quotes of £32 to £40 a month for the same plan have been reported.

Starlink's own help centre says Residential plan availability "depends on your region and may vary by address", and that "Residential plans, pricing, and promotions may vary by location and account type". If a plan or promotion doesn't appear for your address, it isn't available where you live.

On 30 October 2026, ISPreview reported that Starlink's site was showing its 100Mbps plan at £32 a month, and its readers reported £36 in other parts of the UK and £40 in London. The next morning it said the change appeared to be dynamic pricing, which ties the monthly fee to local network capacity and customer demand, and shows as a "Service Price Adjustment" on the order page. A week later it said people had been quoted £34, £36 and £40.

Starlink doesn't publish its price for each area, so treat those figures as reported. ISPreview's readers suggest quotes can sit up to 20% either side of the £40 standard price, so yours could be higher or lower. The price you're shown should always include VAT, so a difference between two quotes isn't tax.

There's one more reason two quotes can differ. Starlink says a one-off demand surcharge can apply when you buy or activate service "in certain locations where network demand is high". It depends on your service address, the plan you choose and the kit you pick, and Starlink says "Pricing, availability and surcharge amounts may change based on network capacity and regional demand".

So nearby homes can be priced differently, and the same home can see a different price from one week to the next. In our example, Ruth's quote and her neighbour's could both be right.

Want the bigger picture first? Read satellite broadband in the UK, explained, or see whether you can share a neighbour's Starlink.

How much does Starlink cost in the UK in November 2026?

Direct answer: Starlink's standard UK prices are £40 a month for Residential 100Mbps, £60 for 200Mbps and £80 for Max, all with unlimited data. Our comparison showed the same prices on 8 November 2026, with £19 up front. Your address may show a different price.

Starlink's UK plans page lists three home plans. The 100Mbps and 200Mbps plans cap your downloads at those speeds and are "only available in select areas". Max gets "maximum available speeds and top Residential network priority", so it should hold up best when the network is busy.

Starlink's help centre describes Max as offering "typical download speeds of up to 400+ Mbps" and uploads of up to 20 to 40Mbps, with a note that performance varies by region and pointing to its UK legal terms. It says the 200Mbps plan may be slower during peak hours than Max. Its UK home page also says the speeds it quotes "are maximum available speeds, are not guaranteed, and will be slower during times of congestion".

Roam plans are for caravans, motorhomes, boats and second homes. Roam 100GB gives you 100GB of high-speed data, "then unlimited low-speed data", and Starlink says you can pause it with Standby mode for a small monthly fee. If that's you, our guides to broadband for caravans and motorhomes and holiday and second homes go further.

See Starlink next to every other option at your address on our comparison. On the Isle of Man? We've a separate guide to Starlink on the Isle of Man.

What is Starlink's November 2026 offer, and how long does it last?

Direct answer: Starlink's UK site says you can "save 30% on recurring Residential service in select areas and on all Roam service" if you sign up by 30 November 2026. That makes Residential from £28, £42 or £56 a month, where it's offered.

The wording has moved around. ISPreview reported that Starlink emailed UK customers on 6 November about 30% off Residential and Roam service for November, "in eligible areas of the U.K. only", adding: "Pricing applies for as long as your subscription remains active." On 7 November it reported that Starlink's site had changed to say £28 "for first 1 month in select areas".

When we checked Starlink's UK home page on 8 November, it said "Save 30% on recurring Residential service in select areas". "Recurring" suggests the discount carries on beyond the first month, but the page doesn't say for how long, and Starlink's wording has conflicted in a single week.

Starlink's price-change page says that if you're on promotional pricing when prices change, your price stays the same "until that pricing period ends", and then "your plan will transition to the new standard monthly price in your region". So the order summary and your confirmation email are where to find your month two price, and how long the discount lasts.

Watch the maths too. £28 is 30% off £40, Starlink's standard price. If your address was already quoted £32, 30% off that would be £22.40, so the offer may save you £4 a month, not £9.60. The offer is for people who "sign up" by 30 November, but ISPreview reported that some existing UK customers said Starlink's AI support agent passed the discount on to their accounts, so it may be worth asking.

Ruth's plan is simple: put in her full address, read the price for month one and month two, and take a screenshot before she pays. If the month two price isn't shown, she'll ask Starlink before ordering.

What will I pay up front for Starlink?

Direct answer: On our comparison on 8 November 2026, each Residential plan showed £19 up front, which ISPreview reports as a delivery fee. Roam kits cost more: £198 up front with the Starlink Mini, and £318 with the Standard kit.

If the same £19 applies, those Roam figures work out as £179 for the Mini kit and £299 for the Standard kit, by our sums from our comparison. Residential customers may be able to rent a kit, which stays Starlink's property, though Starlink's UK terms say renting "is not available in all locations".

A rented kit comes with a rule worth knowing before you order. The terms say: "If you have rented a Starlink Kit, you must return your Starlink Kit in good condition within 30 days of Service cancellation or you will be charged the full retail price of the Kit." So keep the box, and diary the date if you ever cancel.

Then there's the 30-day trial. Starlink's terms say you can return an undamaged kit bought on starlink.com within 30 days of the payment due date "for a full refund for any reason", including if the dish can't see enough sky. The payment due date is when you activate the kit, or 30 days after it's shipped if that's sooner.

If you rented, the terms say you get back the activation price, the first month's fee and any demand surcharge. But they also say shipping and handling charges "are non-refundable", so if the £19 is delivery, you won't get it back.

On electricity, the Standard kit's specification sheet gives an average of 75 to 100 watts. Left on around the clock, that's about 54 to 72 units a month, or about £13.50 to £18 at 25p a unit. That's an illustration, so use your own tariff, and see what a router costs to run for comparison.

How much will Starlink cost me over one or two years?

Direct answer: At standard prices, Residential 100Mbps costs £499 in the first year and £979 over two years, including £19 up front. Max costs £979 and £1,939. If the November discount lasted, 100Mbps would cost £691 over two years.

Over 12 months, the same sums give £499 for 100Mbps at £40, £739 for 200Mbps and £979 for Max. With the November discount on 100Mbps, the first year would be £355.

For Ruth, the gap between £28 and £40 a month is £288 over two years. That's real money, so it's worth five minutes at checkout to see exactly which price she's getting, and for how long.

Remember these are illustrations. Starlink can change its prices with notice, as the next answer explains, and it doesn't lock you in, so you can leave if the price stops working for you.

Do you need 200Mbps or Max, or will 100Mbps do?

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Can Starlink put my price up after I sign up?

Direct answer: Yes. Starlink's UK terms let it change prices, but it must give at least 30 days' notice by email before changes that are bad for you, and tell you about your right to cancel. Starlink is monthly, so you can leave any time.

The terms say Starlink "may change or discontinue Service Plans, prices" and that it "will provide you with notice at least 30 days before materially adverse changes come into effect", with "an email notice summarizing the changes and your right to cancel".

Starlink's help centre adds that it emails you "before the billing date on which your price will increase", and that only future billing cycles are affected. It says prices can also change with local conditions, such as taxes or inflation.

That fits Ofcom's general rule for phone and broadband contracts. Ofcom says providers "must give you at least one month's notice and a right to exit the contract without penalty if the change does not benefit you". And under the Consumer Contracts Regulations, you've 14 days to cancel a service you sign up for online.

What about the other way? If Starlink's price at your address falls, we found nothing in its terms promising to pass that on to existing customers automatically. It's worth checking your account now and then, and asking.

Changed your mind about any broadband deal? Read our guide to the 14-day cooling-off period, and how to complain if something goes wrong.

How fast is Starlink in the UK, really?

Direct answer: Real-world tests put Starlink at around 82Mbps on average across 14 European markets, Opensignal found, between April and June 2026. In rural UK, Three's home broadband over its mobile network averaged 32Mbps. Starlink says its own UK performance varies by region.

Opensignal's study compared real users on 41 fixed wireless providers and on Starlink in 14 European markets, between 1 April and 29 June 2026. It found Starlink "averaged 82Mbps, more than twice the rural FWA average" across those markets. It didn't give a UK-only figure for Starlink in its text.

For the UK, Opensignal said: "Our users on Three UK's FWA are only seeing 32Mbps speeds in rural areas". It also found that in the UK and Poland, "network consistency on every FWA provider trails Starlink in rural areas".

So why does Starlink sell plans called 100Mbps and Max? Those are the most you'll get, not what you'll always get. Starlink says Max offers "typical download speeds of up to 400+ Mbps", notes that performance varies by region, and says speeds "are not guaranteed, and will be slower during times of congestion".

Once you're connected, test it properly at different times of day with UK Speed Test, and use Starlink's app to check the dish has a clear view of the sky. Trees, chimneys and nearby buildings are the usual cause of dropouts.

Is Starlink worth it compared with 5G or fixed broadband?

Direct answer: It depends on what reaches your home. Full fibre, good part fibre or a strong 5G signal usually cost less. If none of those reach you, Starlink is often the fastest option, and Ofcom says cheaper satellite is the main reason almost every UK home can now get affordable decent broadband.

Ofcom's Spring 2026 update says that, as of January 2026, the number of UK premises without affordable decent broadband "has fallen to only 4,000", "mainly due to the availability of lower priced satellite services". It also says 39,000 premises can't get decent broadband from a fixed line or fixed wireless network, down from 44,000 in July 2025.

Price is where 5G wins. Opensignal noted that "Three and Vodafone sell 5G home broadband from £18 a month", less than half Starlink's standard price. It wrote that before Starlink's late October changes, but the gap is still wide.

For Ruth, there's no fibre on her lane and the 5G signal at her house is patchy, so Starlink is likely her best option. If you're in a village with good 5G, the sums can look very different. See our 5G home broadband deals, Starlink against 4G and 5G and fixed wireless against fibre.

Check what reaches your address with our broadband availability checker, and read is Starlink any good for rural UK broadband? for the full review.

Is there any help with the cost of Starlink?

Direct answer: Not much. We found no Starlink social tariff. In Scotland, the Broadband Voucher Scheme pays installation costs carried out by registered suppliers, so not a Starlink kit you order yourself, and it closes to new applications on 20 November 2026.

The Scottish Broadband Voucher Scheme offers up to £5,000 for eligible properties, "covers all direct installation costs carried out by a registered supplier", and "will close to new applications on 20 November 2026". Because it works through registered suppliers, it won't pay for a kit you order yourself from starlink.com, so check which suppliers serve your address before you order anything.

Across the UK, including Scotland, the Universal Service Obligation gives you the right to request a decent connection of at least 10Mbps. In July 2026, Ofcom confirmed to ISPreview that Starlink's availability means fewer people may need to request the USO from BT.

If you get Universal Credit, Pension Credit or other qualifying benefits, a fixed line or 5G social tariff may cost far less than Starlink, where one reaches you. Our guide to Starlink grants and vouchers goes through every scheme.

In Scotland? Read our Scottish broadband voucher guide before 20 November, and our explainer on the Universal Service Obligation.

What should I check before I order Starlink?

Direct answer: Enter your full address, read the price for month one and month two, look for any surcharge or kit rental fee, check the dish can see the sky, and screenshot your order summary. Then compare Starlink with every option at your postcode.

If you rent, your landlord's agreement comes first, and our guide to landlord and freeholder permission covers how to ask. In a listed building or conservation area, check with your council before a dish goes up.

And if you're on a farm or smallholding like Ruth, our guide to broadband for farms covers running a connection to outbuildings and yards.

What should I do now?

Today

Check Starlink's price at your full address, then compare it with 5G and fixed broadband at your postcode.

This week

In Scotland and eligible? Check the voucher scheme's registered suppliers before it closes to new applications on 20 November.

Before 30 November

If you're going ahead, sign up by 30 November to get the offer where it's available, and screenshot your order summary.

Once it's installed

Check the dish's view of the sky, keep the box until the 30-day trial ends, and test your speed at different times of day.

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In summary

  • Starlink's standard UK prices are £40, £60 and £80 a month for its three home plans, matching our comparison on 8 November 2026.
  • Starlink says pricing may vary by location, and quotes of £32 to £40 for 100Mbps have been reported, so yours could be higher or lower.
  • The November offer takes 30% off recurring Residential service in select areas for people who sign up by 30 November, but Starlink's wording on how long it lasts has changed, so check.
  • Starlink must give 30 days' email notice of a price rise that's bad for you, and you can cancel any time.
  • Where full fibre, good part fibre or strong 5G reach you, they usually cost less. Where they don't, Starlink is often the fastest option.

Alex's closing thought

Starlink has done a lot of good for people who were stuck on a few megabits, and Ofcom's figures show it. What I'd ask anyone weighing it up is to take five minutes at the checkout. Put in your full address, read what you'll pay in month two, and look at what else reaches your home, because a strong 5G signal or a new fibre build could save you hundreds of pounds a year. If you'd like a hand checking, ring us on 0330 122 1223 and we'll go through it with you.

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In a sentence: Starlink's standard UK prices on 8 November 2026 were £40, £60 and £80 a month, but Starlink says pricing may vary by location, and a November offer takes 30% off recurring Residential service in select areas, so the price at checkout is the one that counts.

Martin-Smith, A. J. (2026, November 8). Starlink UK prices: why your quote differs (Nov 2026). BroadbandSwitch.uk. https://broadbandswitch.uk/insights/starlink-uk-prices-dynamic-pricing/

Frequently asked questions

Why is my Starlink price different from my neighbour's?

Starlink says Residential plans, pricing and promotions may vary by location, and since late October 2026 quotes of £32 to £40 a month for the same plan have been reported. A one-off demand surcharge can also apply in busy areas.

How much is Starlink a month in the UK?

Starlink's standard prices are £40 a month for Residential 100Mbps, £60 for 200Mbps and £80 for Max, with unlimited data. Your address may be quoted a different price, and a November offer takes 30% off in select areas.

Is the £28 Starlink offer for every month or just the first?

On 8 November 2026, Starlink's UK site said the 30% saving applies to recurring Residential service for people who sign up by 30 November. Its wording has changed during the month, so check your order summary for the month two price.

Can existing Starlink customers get the November discount?

Starlink's offer is for people who sign up by 30 November. ISPreview reported that some existing customers said Starlink's support agent passed the discount on, so you can ask, but don't count on it.

What does Starlink cost up front?

Our comparison showed £19 up front for each Residential plan on 8 November 2026. Roam kits cost more: £198 with the Mini and £318 with the Standard kit. Starlink's terms say shipping charges aren't refunded.

Can Starlink put my price up?

Yes. Its UK terms let it change prices, but it must give at least 30 days' notice by email before changes that are bad for you, and tell you about your right to cancel.

Can I cancel Starlink at any time?

Yes. Starlink is monthly, and you can cancel in your account. Cancel before your invoice is generated to avoid the next month's bill.

What happens to a rented Starlink kit if I cancel?

You must return it in good condition within 30 days of cancelling, or you'll be charged the full retail price of the kit.

Is Starlink faster than 5G home broadband?

In rural areas, usually. Opensignal measured Starlink at 82Mbps on average across 14 European markets, and Three's fixed wireless home broadband at 32Mbps in rural UK, between April and June 2026.

Is there a Starlink social tariff?

We found no Starlink social tariff. If you get Universal Credit or other qualifying benefits, a fixed line or 5G social tariff may cost far less, where one reaches you.

Can I get a grant for Starlink?

Not for a kit you order yourself. In Scotland, the Broadband Voucher Scheme pays installation costs carried out by registered suppliers, and it closes to new applications on 20 November 2026.

Should I wait for Amazon Leo instead?

Amazon's UK guide says it will roll out Amazon Leo more widely in 2026, with the UK among the first countries, but it hasn't given a UK date or price. It's best to decide on the options available today.

References

Written by Dr Alex J. Martin-Smith, Founder of BroadbandSwitch.uk (LinkedIn). Reviewed by Adrian James, Broadband Editor at BroadbandSwitch.uk (LinkedIn). Published 8 November 2026. Ruth is an example built from the calls we take, not a real customer. Prices were checked on Starlink's UK site and our comparison on 8 November 2026. Starlink changes its prices often, and we'll update this page when it does. BroadbandSwitch.uk is an independent comparison site and is not a broadband provider. This is general information, not legal or financial advice. Corrections are logged publicly.

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