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Broadband in BS1 6DQ

Bristol, City of, Bristol, City of

Standard broadband is the main option at this postcode.

Best speed30 Mbps
StandardSuperfastGigabit
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 28 March 2026

Flood Risk

High

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

30 Mbps

Reviewed by Sage MitchellData last verified: 28 March 2026

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HD uses ~5 Mbps per person. 4K uses ~25 Mbps.

Each person on calls needs around 10 Mbps.

Competitive gaming needs low latency as much as raw speed.

Cameras, thermostats, speakers and similar devices each use a few Mbps.

Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

The best available speed at BS1 6DQ is 30 Mbps. That covers your 14 Mbps estimate.

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)0%
0%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)0%
0%
30-80 Mbps
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)0%
0%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)0%
0%
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit0%
0%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at BS1 6DQ

10–30 Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at BS1 6DQ

Below USO (can't get 10/1 Mbps)0%
Unable to receive 30 Mbps (no superfast)0%
Next Generation Access (NGA) coverage0%

Fibre-to-cabinet or better

Decent broadband via Fixed Wireless (FWA)0%

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Mobile coverage

4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

4G Outdoor

95%

4G Indoor

85%

5G Outdoor

%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 2

other theft100%2

Schools nearby

Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026

Schools data is currently unavailable.

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Flood risk

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Flood risk: High

This postcode is in undefined — high risk of flooding from rivers and sea.

Flood Zone

Risk Level

High

Environment Agency

Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

DEFRA UK-AIR · Guidelines: WHO 2021

Area demographics

Data for LSOA:

Population

N/A

Census 2021

Density

N/A

per km² · Unknown

Median Age

N/A

years (est.)

Census 2021 (ONS)

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01033903

Overall IMD Decile

N/A / 10

N/A

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
IncomeN/AN/AN/A
EmploymentN/AN/AN/A
EducationN/AN/AN/A
HealthN/AN/AN/A
CrimeN/AN/AN/A
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

🚂

Bristol Temple Meads

0.3 mi

by road

🚂

Bedminster

0.8 mi

by road

🚂

Lawrence Hill

0.9 mi

by road

🚂

Montpelier

1.3 mi

by road

🚂

Redland

1.4 mi

by road

Network Rail / National Rail · Straight-line distances

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Bristol, City of

Most common: Band

A
5%£1,381
B
10%£1,611
C
20%£1,841
D
25%£2,071
E
20%£2,531
F
10%£2,991
G
8%£3,452
H
2%£4,142

Annual council tax estimates for , 2024/25

VOA (Valuation Office Agency)

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Living near BS1 6DQ

This is the area guide for BS1 6DQ, located in Bristol, City of. It covers connectivity, property, safety, and local services. Every claim links back to a specific data point. Read on for the detail.

Superfast coverage here stands at 0%. Nationally, 93% of UK premises have access. Some properties may struggle with speed. The maximum download speed recorded is 30 Mbps. That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

The speed distribution at BS1 6DQ tells a more detailed story than headline figures alone. 100% of connections fall in the 10 to 30 Mbps range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls.

Here is how the broadband at BS1 6DQ maps against common household needs. 4K streaming is possible on one device at a time. HD streaming works across multiple devices. Remote working is viable here. Video conferencing, cloud documents, and VPN connections should all perform well.

Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at BS1 6DQ. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At BS1 6DQ, 0% of properties do not meet this threshold. Every property here meets the minimum standard. That is not the case everywhere. Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 0% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.

In the latest month of data, 2 offences were recorded in this LSOA area. That is relatively low for England and Wales. The most common category was other theft. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

Flood risk at BS1 6DQ is rated High. Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information. Specialist flood insurance may be needed.

Bristol Temple Meads station is the closest rail link at 0.3 miles from BS1 6DQ. That is walkable for most people. No car needed for the daily commute. Bedminster is the next closest at 0.8 miles. Lawrence Hill offers another option at 0.9 miles.

The three most common bands are D (25%), C (20%), E (20%). Band D corresponds to 1991 property values of £68,001 to £88,000. Current values are typically much higher. The spread across mid-range bands suggests a varied housing stock.

4G outdoor coverage at BS1 6DQ reaches 95%. Indoor 4G drops to 85%. Some signal loss indoors is normal. Most calls and data should still work inside. Coverage data covers EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Check each operator individually, as coverage varies by network.

Suitability scores for BS1 6DQ: remote working 55/100, family 70/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

BS1 6DQ falls within the Bristol, City of local authority area. The BS1 postcode area contains 675 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across BS1 ranges from 0% to 100%.

How does BS1 6DQ compare to its neighbours? BS1 6BU (0.03 miles, bristol-city-of-unparished-area) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. BS1 6PU (0.03 miles, bristol-city-of-unparished-area) has 97.4% superfast coverage and 97.4% gigabit. BS1 6JS (0.03 miles, bristol-city-of-unparished-area) has 75% superfast coverage and 75% gigabit. BS1 6AY (0.03 miles, bristol-city-of-unparished-area) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit.

Broadband availability varies by provider and by property. At BS1 6DQ, check individual coverage tools from BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local operators. If fibre is unavailable, consider 4G home broadband or satellite as alternatives. Speeds may still be adequate for most uses. Compare contract lengths, total costs over the term, and exit fees. The cheapest monthly rate is not always the best deal.

Every part of Bristol, City of has its own feel. This data gives you the factual starting point. A visit fills in the rest.

Pulling the data together for BS1 6DQ, here is what stands out. Broadband is the main concern at BS1 6DQ. With no superfast coverage, check what alternatives exist before committing. 4G home broadband, satellite, or community fibre schemes may fill the gap. Bristol, City of as a local authority area has its own planning priorities, council services, and infrastructure investment plans. Check the council website for the latest. The data covers what can be measured. Bristol, City of has its own character that numbers alone cannot capture. Use these figures as a filter, then visit to get the full picture.

Data sources include Ofcom (broadband and mobile), Land Registry (house prices), Police.uk (crime), Ofsted (schools), Environment Agency (flood risk), and Open-Meteo (air quality). Council tax data comes from the Valuation Office Agency. EPC data is from DLUHC. Transport data uses NaPTAN. Speed distribution figures are from Ofcom Connected Nations. All figures are the latest available at the time of writing.

Data is a starting point for Bristol, City of. Walk the streets at different times. Test your mobile signal. Check parking, noise levels, and the feel of the neighbourhood. Run a speed test on the actual connection. Some things only a visit can reveal.

This covers the key data for BS1 6DQ. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. For area-wide trends, see the Bristol, City of hub page. Bookmark this page and check back as new data arrives.

Frequently asked questions about BS1 6DQ

What are the broadband speeds available at BS1 6DQ?

Broadband is available at BS1 6DQ. Contact local providers for specific speed information.

What is the average house price near BS1 6DQ?

No recent house price data is available for BS1 6DQ.

What is the flood risk for properties at BS1 6DQ?

BS1 6DQ has a High flood risk rating. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.

What schools are nearby in the BS1 6DQ area?

School data for BS1 6DQ is being updated. Check the Get Information About Schools service for the latest.

How does crime rate in BS1 6DQ compare to other areas?

2 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.

How suitable is BS1 6DQ for remote working?

BS1 6DQ scores 55/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.

What is the mobile signal like at BS1 6DQ?

4G outdoor coverage at BS1 6DQ is 95%. Indoor coverage may be lower.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near BS1 6DQ?

EPC data for BS1 6DQ is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at BS1 6DQ?

Council tax band information for BS1 6DQ is being updated.

How accessible are GP surgeries near BS1 6DQ?

GP surgery data for BS1 6DQ is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near BS1 6DQ?

The nearest train station to BS1 6DQ is Bristol Temple Meads, 0.3 miles away. Bedminster is also nearby.

Is BS1 6DQ a suitable area for families?

BS1 6DQ scores 70/100 for family suitability. The area offers a reasonable mix of schools and safety.

What is the air quality like at BS1 6DQ?

Air quality data for BS1 6DQ is being updated.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from BS1 6DQ?

EV charging data for BS1 6DQ is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at BS1 6DQ?

Full fibre availability at BS1 6DQ is being updated. Check Openreach for the latest rollout status.

Area suitability scores

BS1 6DQ

Remote Worker

55

Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.

Family

70

Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.

Value for Money

50

Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.

Map

Area info

Parish

Bristol, City of

District

Bristol, City of

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01033903

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