BA22 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 794 postcodes across 3 sectors in Somerset.
Gigabit
75%
Superfast
97%
Postcodes
794
BA22 covers 794 postcodes in Dorset. Gigabit availability matches surrounding codes, but a higher proportion of postcodes fall into slower speed tiers, and wireless deployment is notable.
Broadband speeds in BA22
Share of BA22 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 794 postcodes in the district.
Three-quarters of BA22 postcodes reach gigabit speeds, broadly in line with urban-suburban Dorset averages. However, connectivity below the premium tier is more pronounced here than in immediate neighbours. 21.8% of postcodes sit in the 30-300Mbps range, and 1.2% record below-10Mbps speeds affecting roughly 10 properties. Wireless technology covers 1.2% of postcodes, suggesting either pockets of incomplete fibre roll-out or new-build properties awaiting full wired deployment. Superfast delivery spans 96.8%, ensuring regulatory minimums across the board. The presence of wireless access indicates recent or ongoing infrastructure development. Properties in the 30-300Mbps tier still support typical household activities reliably. Most of BA22 benefits from modern gigabit networks, though the fringe properties require closer examination.
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
1%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
BA22 splits into 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA22 7 | 201 | 96% | TBC | 81% |
| BA22 8 | 342 | 97% | TBC | 81% |
| BA22 9 | 251 | 97% | TBC | 62% |
All BA22 7 postcodes (201)
All BA22 8 postcodes (342)
All BA22 9 postcodes (251)
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Living in Somerset
BA22 occupies a transitional broadband market. The core is well served by gigabit networks, but fringe properties may encounter either conventional superfast delivery or wireless backup. Property valuations could hinge partly on technology type; those on wireless should verify service stability before commitment.
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
BA22 broadband FAQs
Why does BA22 have wireless in some postcodes?
Wireless in 1.2% of postcodes suggests scattered premises where wired deployment is recent or remains incomplete.
How many properties in BA22 face below-10Mbps speeds?
Approximately 10 postcodes, or 1.2% of the outward code. Request individual checks before proceeding with properties in these areas.
What speeds should I expect if my postcode isn't gigabit-enabled?
Most postcodes outside gigabit fall into the superfast 30-300Mbps category, adequate for typical residential use. Only a small fraction face slower speeds.
Is BA22 well connected compared to nearby Dorset postcodes?
Gigabit penetration is solid but reflects more pockets of incomplete modern infrastructure.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in BA22 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