A broadband upgrade is now within reach for three-quarters of properties in Epping Forest.
Almost 28,000 homes and businesses can now access full fibre broadband thanks to an £8.4 million investment.
Despite this, many have yet to make the switch and could still be relying on older, less reliable connections.
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Kieran Wines, Openreach’s partnership director for London and the South East, said: "Most of Epping Forest is now covered by Full Fibre, but many residents and businesses still haven’t made the switch. It’s not automatic – you need to place an order with your chosen broadband provider.
"The difference in speed and reliability can be significant, especially for busy households or people working from home."
Full fibre broadband offers faster downloads, a more stable connection, and improved performance across multiple devices.
The Openreach network also supports a wide range of service providers. Residents can check their upgrade eligibility using the Openreach Full Fibre checker.
Mr Wines said: "Openreach is committed to building the best Full Fibre network, and doing it sustainably. Through our Let’s Reach Zero strategy, we’re working to reduce carbon emissions, use fewer resources, cut waste, and protect nature wherever we operate."
The network now reaches 23 million homes and businesses nationwide.
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