BA7 · Somerset

BA7 broadband and area guide

Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 202 postcodes across 1 sector in Somerset.

Gigabit

86%

Superfast

99%

Postcodes

202

BA7 spans just 202 postcodes in Somerset and represents one of the strongest outward codes in the batch. Gigabit reaches 85.8% of postcodes, with zero postcodes falling below the universal service obligation.

Broadband speeds in BA7

Share of BA7 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 202 postcodes in the district.

BA7 delivers premium connectivity across the board. 98.6% achieve superfast speeds, 85.8% support gigabit, and not a single postcode falls below 30Mbps. The 12.8% in the 30-300Mbps band likely represent commercial or specialist premises where gigabit is unnecessary. Only 0.3% record below-10Mbps speeds, affecting a single postcode. Wireless access covers 1.8%, approximately 4 postcodes, minimal relative to peer codes. The overall profile reflects mature, detailed infrastructure investment across the entire outward code. Almost every property can support multiple simultaneous high-bandwidth activities reliably. The consistency of service quality means property decisions can rest entirely on location, price and amenities rather than connectivity variability.

Under 2 Mbps
0%
2 to 5 Mbps
<1%
5 to 10 Mbps
<1%
10 to 30 Mbps
1%
30 to 300 Mbps
13%
300 Mbps and above
86%

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

0%

Premises unable to get the 10 Mbps universal service minimum

Fixed wireless

2%

Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service

Broadband by sector

BA7 splits into 1 postcode sector. Coverage and prices can differ street by street, so open a sector below to find your exact postcode.

SectorPostcodesSuperfastFull fibreGigabit
BA7 720299%TBC86%

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Living in Somerset

BA7 represents highly connected Somerset geography. The combination of near-universal superfast delivery and extensive gigabit reach means property decisions can focus entirely on non-broadband factors. Even postcodes outside gigabit networks deliver solid mainstream performance.

Remote worker score

55/100

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

BA7 broadband FAQs

How reliable is broadband connectivity in BA7?

Exceptionally. Zero postcodes sit below the 30Mbps minimum, and gigabit reaches 85.8% of the area. Infrastructure here is mature.

Which postcodes in BA7 might have slower speeds?

Only one postcode records below-10Mbps speeds. The 12.8% on superfast (30-300Mbps) likely represent business parks or similar facilities where that tier suffices.

Is BA7 better connected than other Somerset codes?

85.8% gigabit penetration exceeds most neighbouring outward codes, placing BA7 among Somerset's best-connected postcodes.

Can I safely ignore broadband when choosing a BA7 property?

Yes. Every postcode meets modern standards. Focus on other factors instead.

Neighbouring districts

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Every postcode in BA7 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