Starlink Residential is SpaceX’s satellite broadband service for homes that cannot get reliable fibre or decent 4G and 5G. It sits in the same conversation as rural fixed wireless and legacy satellite providers, but with a low Earth orbit network that aims to keep speeds usable for everyday internet, rather than feeling like a last resort. If you live on the edge of town, in a village with slow copper, or in a property where line installation is a headache, it’s a different route to getting online.
Who is this for?
Households that need stable connectivity for streaming, video calls and online gaming, but are limited by local infrastructure. Starlink can also suit people who want one service that can be used at home and, with the right plan, taken to other locations.
- Up to 100Mbps class performance, enough for HD streaming and multiple users if your connection is consistent in your area.
- Satellite link, meaning availability is less tied to street cabinets and phone lines.