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Network 79

Network 79 is a UK alternative network provider delivering broadband services to UK - Kent.

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About Network 79

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Network 79 is a UK alternative network provider delivering broadband services to UK - Kent.

Independent profile snapshot

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Network 79 is a small Kent-based rural alternative network operator delivering Fixed Wireless Access broadband to homes and businesses across Kent, particularly the rural Ashford, Romney Marsh and wider East Kent countryside where fixed-line fibre and FTTC services are unavailable or limited. Registered as Network 79 Limited (Companies House 05076702, incorporated 17 March 2004) at Office 6b, KPC House, Canterbury Road, Willesborough, Ashford TN24 0BP and led by Director Robin Richard Jobber, the company is classified under SIC 62020 (Information technology consultancy activities) alongside its wireless ISP operations. Network 79 is a verified UKWISPA member for 2025/26 in the Micro/Community WISP category, is a registered supplier for the Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme (enabling eligible rural Kent properties to access subsidised funding towards connection costs) and is Ofcom-registered under the General Conditions of Entitlement. The operator subscribes to the Communications Ombudsman Alternative Dispute Resolution scheme for customer complaints. Trustpilot records approximately 4.4 out of 5 from 80+ reviews (as of April 2026), reflecting strong local customer satisfaction. Contact 01233 270270 or [email protected], with primary website n79.net.

Key details

ADR schemeCommunications Ombudsman
Parent companyIndependent
Legal name Network 79 Limited Companies House 5076702 →

Directors

Robin Richard Jobber

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Recognition

  • Verified UKWISPA member 2025/26 (Micro/Community WISP)

Technologies on file

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  • Fixed wireless

Coverage

UK - Kent

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If something goes wrong

Here is where Network 79 sits within the UK consumer protection framework.

Regulator
Ofcom. Sets the General Conditions that Network 79 must follow.
Complaints
Communications Ombudsman. The Communications Ombudsman is a free, Ofcom-approved dispute resolution scheme. After eight weeks with an unresolved complaint, you can escalate for an independent decision.
Switching
Complies with One Touch Switch. Your new provider handles the switch.
Security
Cyber Essentials: Yes (typical for B2B telecoms)

Questions and answers

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Where can I verify Network 79's Companies House registration?
Companies House lists Network 79 Limited under company number 5076702. Open the official record using the Companies House link on this page.
What coverage note is on file for Network 79?
Our dataset records: UK - Kent
Is Network 79 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 Network 79 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 Network 79?
Communications Ombudsman. The Communications Ombudsman is a free, Ofcom-approved dispute resolution scheme. After eight weeks with an unresolved complaint, you can escalate for an independent decision.
Does this directory record One Touch Switch for Network 79?
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.
What is the deals section on BroadbandSwitch.uk?
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How does a UK broadband provider list deals on BroadbandSwitch.uk?
A verified provider submits their offer to [email protected] 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).
What happens if the backlink is removed?
BroadbandSwitch.uk monitors linking domains. If the backlink is removed and not restored within 14 days, the deals section is taken down to keep the exchange fair.
Where can I read the full Provider Style Guide?
The full guide is on this site at https://broadbandswitch.uk/style-guide/

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