Cell phone network and internet: Where MV lags behind and where it shines!

Cell phone network and internet: Where MV lags behind and where it shines!

Nowadays, good network coverage and fast internet access are essential for many people. However, in some areas of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, especially in Prignitz and Uckermark, this seems to be a rather rare commodity. A survey of 16,664 participants showed that satisfaction with mobile and internet coverage in these regions is at an all-time low. Loud Northern Courier Prignitz takes last place in the ratings with 5.45 points.

The survey evaluated several criteria, including mobile network coverage and progress in broadband expansion. Schwerin achieved the best results with 6.74 points, followed by Northwest Mecklenburg and Rostock. These are clearly better values ​​for many citizens, but the overall average of 6.23 points is above the average of 5.88. The network quality therefore exceeds public transport connections (4.95) and health care (4.82), although not consistently for all districts.

The top and flop communities

A closer look at the communities shows a rather mixed picture. Stralendorf leads the ranking with 8.83 points, followed by Broderstorf and Pampow. On the other hand, there are communities like Bad Wilsnack, which has 5.03 points and is therefore the worst rating. The survey also provides vivid information about the dissatisfied participants, who often complained about poor network coverage.

• Top 5 Gemeinden:
  1. Stralendorf: 8,83 Punkte
  2. Broderstorf: 8,13 Punkte
  3. Pampow: 7,84 Punkte
  4. Sukow: 7,79 Punkte
  5. Lalendorf: 7,78 Punkte
• Flop 5 Gemeinden:
  1. Bad Wilsnack: 5,03 Punkte
  2. Karstädt: 5,01 Punkte
  3. Blankensee: 4,76 Punkte
  4. Dobin am See: 4,75 Punkte
  5. Groß Pankow: 4,19 Punkte

The challenges of digital communication

The report also highlights the specific challenges citizens face in the digital age. The lack of network coverage not only makes contact with doctors' offices more difficult, but also makes it difficult to use digital tools on the train - a real handicap for all commuters. Here, the administration and operators are trying to improve the current mobile phone coverage through information on the Federal Network Agency's interactive maps. Users can also report dead spots there to check the data from the network operators, which is loud Federal Network Agency plays an important role in planning and operational transparency.

Access to reliable internet is not just a convenience, but a fundamental right in today's digital world. Political promises that Germany should be provided with fast internet across the board by 2030 are eagerly awaited. The survey is just one part of the journey to better and more stable connections. Anyone who has not yet had the opportunity to find out about current broadband coverage can do so in Broadband Atlas from the Federal Network Agency. Here you will find regularly updated information about the existing supply situation in Germany, which is crucial for political and economic development in the coming years.