BA16 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 372 postcodes across 2 sectors in Somerset.
Gigabit
81%
Superfast
94%
Postcodes
372
BA16 encompasses 372 postcodes in Somerset with high gigabit penetration of 81.7%. Only a small proportion of households face connectivity constraints.
Broadband speeds in BA16
Share of BA16 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 372 postcodes in the district.
Over four-fifths of BA16 reaches gigabit speeds, reflecting substantial infrastructure maturity. Superfast broadband spans 93.9% of the area, leaving just 14 postcodes below the 30Mbps threshold. The 2.4% recording below-10Mbps speeds comprise roughly 9 postcodes where buyers should verify direct support from broadband providers before committing. The remaining 12.2% of postcodes occupy the solid middle ground of 30-300Mbps. For remote workers and bandwidth-intensive households, the gigabit availability represents a significant advantage. Properties in the middle tier still support video conferencing, streaming and home working without bottleneck. The concentration of high-speed access means most moving decisions can focus on location, price and amenities rather than broadband anxiety.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations. Percentages are district-wide averages of postcode-level availability, so rows may not sum to exactly 100%.
Connectivity in detail
Below 10 Mbps USO
<1%
Premises unable to get the 10 Mbps universal service minimum
Fixed wireless
0%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
BA16 splits into 2 postcode sectors. Coverage and prices can differ street by street, so open a sector below to find your exact postcode.
| Sector | Postcodes | Superfast | Full fibre | Gigabit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA16 0 | 292 | 98% | TBC | 88% |
| BA16 9 | 80 | 79% | TBC | 55% |
All BA16 0 postcodes (292)
All BA16 9 postcodes (80)
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Living in Somerset
For remote workers and bandwidth-intensive households, BA16 offers strong prospects. The combination of high gigabit availability and minimal slow-speed postcodes suggests modern infrastructure across most property selections. Only a small number of premises warrant caution.
Remote worker score
54/100
Connectivity and amenities for home working
Family score
50/100
Schools, safety and family amenities
Value score
50/100
What you get for the local price level
BA16 broadband FAQs
Is gigabit really available to most homes in BA16?
Yes. 81% of postcodes support 300Mbps or faster speeds. This reflects substantial infrastructure investment.
Which postcodes in BA16 might have slower broadband?
Approximately 9 postcodes fall below 10Mbps. These represent less than 3% of the area. Check coverage before finalising a purchase in slower postcode sectors.
What does gigabit coverage mean for day-to-day use?
It supports multiple high-definition video streams, large file transfers, and simultaneous heavy use by multiple household members without meaningful slowdown.
What technology delivers gigabit in BA16?
The data does not distinguish fibre from cable or other wired technologies. Gigabit reaches 81.7% via capable networks.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in BA16 has its own page with broadband speeds, house prices, school ratings and crime stats. You can also compare providers for your address.
Data sources: Broadband data from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 · House prices from HM Land Registry · Crime from Police.uk · See all data sources