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Highland Broadband

Highland Broadband is a Scottish altnet delivering ultrafast, gigabit and multi-gigabit full fibre broadband across Scotland.

Part of a multi-brand group under Highland Broadband Networks Limited. Listed separately because it serves a distinct consumer audience.

★★★★★ 4.6 / 5
200+ reviews on Trustpilot Last verified: 17/04/2026
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About Highland Broadband

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Highland Broadband is a UK alternative network (altnet) provider, founded in 2022. Highland Broadband delivers full fibre (FTTP) broadband across Scotland. Rated 4.6 on Trustpilot from 200+ reviews. As part of the UK's alternative network movement, it offers consumers more choice beyond the traditional Openreach network.

Key details

Year founded2022
ADR schemeCISAS / Communications Ombudsman
Parent companyIndependent
Legal name Highland Broadband Networks Limited Companies House SC494551 →

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What stands out

  • Full fibre (FTTP) gigabit broadband
  • Scotland-focused provider

Recognition

  • Verified UKWISPA member 2025/26 (Full Commercial WISP (Quality Assured))

Technologies on file

These labels come from our directory data for this provider. Short explanations below describe the technology terms in general; they are not a statement about availability at your address.

  • FTTP Full fibre to your door. Fastest and most reliable.

Coverage

Scotland

Highland Broadband is not yet in our postcode comparison tool. Check availability on their website, or see which providers we can compare at your postcode.

If something goes wrong

Here is where Highland Broadband sits within the UK consumer protection framework.

Regulator
Ofcom. Sets the General Conditions that Highland Broadband must follow.
Complaints
CISAS / Communications Ombudsman.
Switching
Complies with One Touch Switch. Your new provider handles the switch.

Questions and answers

Straight answers from our directory fields for Highland Broadband. If you need live pricing or availability, use the postcode tool or the provider link above.

Where can I verify Highland Broadband's Companies House registration?
Companies House lists Highland Broadband Networks Limited under company number SC494551. Open the official record using the Companies House link on this page.
What Trustpilot figures does this directory show for Highland Broadband?
Our directory captured Trustpilot as 4.6 out of 5 with 200 reviews. Snapshot date in our directory: 17/04/2026. Trustpilot updates live; use the Trustpilot link on this page for the current score.
What coverage note is on file for Highland Broadband?
Our dataset records: Scotland
Is Highland Broadband in the BroadbandSwitch postcode comparison tool?
No. This provider is not currently among those we return in the postcode comparison tool. You can still compare other providers we list.
What does verification status mean on this profile?
This profile's verification status in our directory is recorded as: NEEDS_TRUSTPILOT_LIVE_COUNT. That reflects our internal checks against the sources linked on this page, not a government endorsement.
Does this directory flag Highland Broadband as Ofcom-registered?
Yes. We record this provider as Ofcom-registered (General Conditions of entitlement). For complaints or disputes, follow the dispute route and Ofcom guidance that apply to your situation.
Which dispute resolution scheme does this directory list for Highland Broadband?
CISAS / Communications Ombudsman.
Does this directory record One Touch Switch for Highland Broadband?
Our dataset records One Touch Switch as: Yes (Ofcom-mandated compliance).
What is the BroadbandSwitch verification score?
It is an internal score from 1 to 10 based on how thoroughly we have checked Companies House, regulator and trade-body fields, and independent review data where available. It is not a measure of customer satisfaction.