Network builder and broadband ISP FibreNest, which is the Fibre-to-the-Premises (FTTP) operator for new build UK housing sites by Persimmon Homes, has confirmed to ISPreview that they’ve begun to trial a new 900Mbps speed package for homes on “selected sites” (previously their fastest package was only 500Mbps).
The development, which was initially spotted by one of our readers earlier in the week (credits to Mike), has since been confirmed by the ISP. At present, the fastest broadband package available on their full fibre network is a 500Mbps (80Mbps upload) plan that costs £47 per month on a 12-month minimum contract term with free installation (note: price increases to £49pm from 01/04/2025), which puts them a little behind the modern gigabit trend.
However, FibreNest are understood to have been conducting internal trials of a new 900Mbps (110Mbps upload) service for a while, which a spokesperson told us had now been opened up and extended to “selected sites whilst we continue to monitor performance.”
The non-promotional price for this service is currently said to be£54 per month on a 12-month minimum term (although Mike has been asked to pay £55), but they’ve yet to confirm an official launch date for full availability. The new package will also bundle a WiFi 6 router with the Plume HomePass
(mesh) app and those who want a static IP address can add one for an additional £5 fee.