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W3Z Broadband

W3Z Broadband is an alternative network (altnet) operator delivering fixed wireless broadband to homes and businesses in Derbyshire Notts Staffs Leics S Yorks.

★★★☆☆ 3.0 / 5
2 reviews on Trustpilot Last verified: 2026-04-19
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About W3Z Broadband

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W3Z Broadband is a UK fixed wireless altnet delivering rural broadband to homes that have been underserved by traditional Openreach copper. A UKWISPA commercial member, W3Z focuses on communities in the East Midlands and surrounding rural areas, bringing superfast connectivity to countryside locations through licensed fixed wireless technology.

Key details

Year founded2015
ADR schemeN/A
Parent companyIndependent
Legal name Zycomm Electronics Limited Companies House 01412033 →

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What stands out

  • Fixed wireless capability
  • Business-grade service
  • Independent UK altnet

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.

  • Fixed wireless

Coverage

Derbyshire Notts Staffs Leics S Yorks

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If something goes wrong

Here is where W3Z Broadband sits within the UK consumer protection framework.

Regulator
Ofcom. Sets the General Conditions that W3Z Broadband must follow.
Complaints
N/A.
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 W3Z Broadband. If you need live pricing or availability, use the postcode tool or the provider link above.

Where can I verify W3Z Broadband's Companies House registration?
Companies House lists Zycomm Electronics Limited under company number 01412033. Open the official record using the Companies House link on this page.
What Trustpilot figures does this directory show for W3Z Broadband?
Our directory captured Trustpilot as 3.0 out of 5 with 2 reviews. Snapshot date in our directory: 2026-04-19. Trustpilot updates live; use the Trustpilot link on this page for the current score.
What coverage note is on file for W3Z Broadband?
Our dataset records: Derbyshire Notts Staffs Leics S Yorks
Is W3Z 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: verified. That reflects our internal checks against the sources linked on this page, not a government endorsement.
Does this directory flag W3Z 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 W3Z Broadband?
N/A.
Does this directory record One Touch Switch for W3Z 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.