In short: A private 5G network is your own dedicated mobile network — not shared with the public. You get guaranteed speeds, full coverage control, and data that stays on your infrastructure. At Aerix, we make this accessible to communities and businesses, not just large enterprises.
Key Takeaways
- Private 5G gives you dedicated capacity — your speeds don't drop when others are online
- It works where public networks don't — including rural valleys, holiday parks, and indoor environments
- You don't need to be a telecoms expert — we handle everything from design to daily operations
What Exactly Is a Private 5G Network?
A private 5G network is exactly what it sounds like: a 5G mobile network that belongs to you, not a public mobile operator like EE, Three, or Vodafone.
Instead of sharing bandwidth with millions of other users, a private network gives you dedicated capacity. Your data stays on your network, your speeds don't drop during busy periods, and you control who connects.
How Does It Work?
The core components are straightforward:
- A base station (sometimes called a small cell or gNodeB) that broadcasts the 5G signal
- A core network that manages connections, security, and data routing
- Spectrum — the radio frequencies the network operates on (in the UK, Ofcom makes shared access spectrum available)
- Routers/CPE that connect your devices to the network
We handle all of this. You just pick a router and subscribe.
Why Not Just Use Public 5G?
Public 5G is great if you're in a city centre with good coverage. But it falls short in several scenarios:
Rural Areas
Public operators haven't built 5G infrastructure in most rural areas, and many don't plan to. If you're in a Welsh valley or a remote village, public 5G simply doesn't exist.
Capacity
Public networks are shared. During peak times — a busy holiday park in summer, a city centre during working hours — speeds drop. A private network gives you guaranteed capacity.
Control
With a public network, you have no control over coverage, priority, or security. A private network lets you define exactly where coverage goes and who can access it.
Who Uses Private 5G?
Traditionally, private 5G has been the domain of large enterprises — factories, ports, airports, and hospitals. These deployments cost hundreds of thousands of pounds and take months to implement.
At Aerix, we believe private 5G shouldn't be just for big business. We deploy networks for:
- Rural communities stuck on slow broadband
- Holiday parks wanting to offer guests reliable WiFi
- Small businesses needing dedicated connectivity
- City centres that want guaranteed capacity for local businesses
- Farms adopting precision agriculture and livestock monitoring
- Care homes requiring reliable connectivity for telecare and remote consultations
What Does It Cost?
We keep pricing simple. You pay a one-off fee for your router (from £100 for indoor, £200 for outdoor) and a monthly subscription for unlimited broadband (from £40/month). No hidden fees, no long-term contracts.
How Do I Get Started?
If you're in one of our coverage areas, getting connected takes three steps:
- Choose your location on our shop page
- Pick an indoor or outdoor router
- Subscribe and we'll handle the rest
Not in a coverage area yet? Get in touch — we're always looking for new communities to connect.
Ready to see if private 5G is right for you? Check our coverage areas or contact us to discuss your needs.