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Starlink UK

Starlink UK is SpaceX's LEO satellite broadband service, delivering gigabit-capable internet to remote UK locations from anywhere.

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About Starlink UK

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Starlink UK is SpaceX's LEO satellite broadband service, delivering gigabit-capable internet to remote UK locations from anywhere.

Independent profile snapshot

This extended snapshot summarises how the provider presents itself in the UK market. It supplements the dataset-led summary above.

Starlink is the satellite broadband service operated by SpaceX, providing high-speed, low-latency internet via a constellation of thousands of low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. In the UK, Starlink delivers typical residential download speeds of 50-250Mbps with upload speeds of 10-40Mbps and latency often comparable to fixed-line broadband, making it a practical option for rural and remote households where fibre or cable is unavailable. Customers purchase or rent a self-install Starlink dish kit and connect via a supplied Wi-Fi router, with a range of plans available including residential, roaming, business, maritime, aviation and fixed-location services. Starlink UK operates under SpaceX's UK licence and is governed by Ofcom's general-authorisation regime. The service launched UK availability in 2021 and continues to expand as SpaceX adds newer-generation satellites, with ongoing improvements to speed and capacity. Recent developments include a partial rebrand of some Starlink hardware and new partnerships with mobile operators for direct-to-cell satellite coverage.

Key details

Year founded2021
ADR schemeCISAS / Communications Ombudsman
Parent companySpace Exploration Technologies Corp (SpaceX)
Legal name Starlink Internet Services UK Limited Companies House 12794964 →

Directors

Lauren Ashley Dreyer

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What stands out

  • Satellite broadband for remote locations
  • Established, trusted UK provider

Recognition

  • SpaceX innovation
  • rural broadband recognition
  • satellite broadband leader

Technologies on file

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  • LEO Satellite

Coverage

UK;Global

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If something goes wrong

Here is where Starlink UK sits within the UK consumer protection framework.

Regulator
Ofcom. Sets the General Conditions that Starlink UK must follow.
Complaints
CISAS / Communications Ombudsman.
Switching
Complies with One Touch Switch. Your new provider handles the switch.
Security
Cyber Essentials: Yes (typical for B2B telecoms)

Questions and answers

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

Where can I verify Starlink UK's Companies House registration?
Companies House lists Starlink Internet Services UK Limited under company number 12794964. Open the official record using the Companies House link on this page.
What coverage note is on file for Starlink UK?
Our dataset records: UK;Global
Is Starlink UK 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_VERIFICATION. That reflects our internal checks against the sources linked on this page, not a government endorsement.
Does this directory flag Starlink UK 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 Starlink UK?
CISAS / Communications Ombudsman.
Does this directory record One Touch Switch for Starlink UK?
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.
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A verified provider submits their offer to editor@broadbandswitch.uk using the structured submission template, in exchange for a permanent backlink from their own site.
Is there a charge for the deals section?
No. The deals section is free of charge, with no contract and no affiliate commission required for inclusion on the record.
What rules govern the deals content?
All deals must comply with Ofcom General Condition C1 (in force 17 January 2025) on price rises in pounds and pence, and the CAP code on broadband speed claims (median peak-time average, in force 23 May 2018).
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