BS1 postcode

Broadband in BS1 6RY

Bristol, City of, Bristol, City of

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Full fibre (FTTP) covers 100% of premises here.

Best speed1000 Mbps
StandardSuperfastGigabit
Compare Broadband Deals →

Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 19 March 2026

Flood Risk

High

Fibre (FTTP)

Yes (100%)

Best speed

1000 Mbps

Reviewed by Arthur TuringData last verified: 19 March 2026

Speed Calculator

Adjust the options below to see how much broadband speed your household needs.

2
18

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

Gigabit broadband (1000 Mbps) is available at BS1 6RY. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.

Compare Deals in BS1 6RY

Speed Test

Check your current download speed and see how it compares to what is available at BS1 6RY.

The test downloads a 2 MB file from our server and measures how long it takes.

This test measures download speed only. Results vary depending on network conditions.

Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)100%
100%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)100%
100%
30-80 Mbps
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)100%
100%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)100%
100%
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit100%
100%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at BS1 6RY

100%
300+ Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at BS1 6RY

Below USO (can't get 10/1 Mbps)0%
Unable to receive 30 Mbps (no superfast)0%
Next Generation Access (NGA) coverage100%

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: 3

violent crime67%2
anti social behaviour33%1

Schools nearby

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

Schools data is currently unavailable.

Compare broadband in BS1 6RY

Find the best broadband packages available at your address.

Compare Deals Now

Flood risk

🔴

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: E01033370

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

0.5 mi

by road

🚂

Lawrence Hill

1.0 mi

by road

🚂

Montpelier

1.5 mi

by road

🚂

Clifton Down

1.7 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)

Ready to switch? See what's available at your address.

Check Deals

Living near BS1 6RY

Bristol, City of is home to BS1 6RY. Whether you live here or plan to move, the data below paints a clear picture. Broadband, schools, crime, house prices, and local services all follow. The numbers speak for themselves.

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at BS1 6RY stands at 100%. That is above the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of properties. That is solid coverage for bandwidth-heavy households. Gigabit-capable connections cover 100% of premises. Most homes can access gigabit speeds if they choose to. Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 100% of addresses. That puts this postcode ahead of much of the country. The maximum download speed recorded is 1000 Mbps. That is well above the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

Here is how broadband speeds break down across premises at BS1 6RY. 100% of connections fall in the 300 Mbps or faster range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls. Over half of connections exceed 300 Mbps. That supports multiple 4K streams, large file transfers, and cloud gaming without issue.

Here is how the broadband at BS1 6RY maps against common household needs. Multiple 4K streams can run simultaneously. Netflix, Disney+, and iPlayer should all work without buffering even with several devices active. Remote working is viable here. Video conferencing, cloud documents, and VPN connections should all perform well.

FWA broadband has not reached BS1 6RY yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.

The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At BS1 6RY, 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 100% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.

In the latest month of data, 3 offences were recorded in this LSOA area. That is relatively low for England and Wales. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include anti social behaviour. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

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

The nearest train station to BS1 6RY is Bristol Temple Meads, 0.3 miles away. That is walkable for most people. No car needed for the daily commute. Bedminster is the next closest at 0.5 miles. Lawrence Hill offers another option at 1 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 6RY 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 6RY: remote working 100/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Strong broadband makes this area well suited to home working.

BS1 6RY 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%. BS1 6RY is above the area average of 87%.

How does BS1 6RY compare to its neighbours? BS1 6RX (0 miles, bristol-city-of-unparished-area) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. BS1 6RU (0 miles, bristol-city-of-unparished-area) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. BS1 6FF (0.05 miles, bristol-city-of-unparished-area) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. BS1 6DD (0.05 miles, bristol-city-of-unparished-area) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

When choosing a broadband provider at BS1 6RY, check what technology reaches your specific address. Availability varies by street and sometimes by building. Where full fibre is available, it typically offers faster and more reliable service than part-fibre connections. 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.

What does all of this mean for someone considering BS1 6RY? Strong broadband and close transport links give flexibility for both commuting and remote work. Both fixed and mobile connectivity are strong. Backup options exist if one connection fails.

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.

Numbers tell part of the story for BS1 6RY. Visit at different times of day. Talk to neighbours. Check mobile signal indoors. Walk the route to the nearest school or station. Test the broadband speed from inside the property. These things do not show up in data.

That is the full data picture for BS1 6RY in Bristol, City of. Use it alongside your own research. For the most current broadband speeds, run a live speed test from this page. Check back periodically as data is refreshed with new releases.

Frequently asked questions about BS1 6RY

What are the broadband speeds available at BS1 6RY?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at BS1 6RY. Maximum download speeds reach 1000 Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What is the average house price near BS1 6RY?

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

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

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

What schools are nearby in the BS1 6RY area?

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

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

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

How suitable is BS1 6RY for remote working?

BS1 6RY scores 100/100 for remote working suitability. Strong broadband makes it well suited.

What is the mobile signal like at BS1 6RY?

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

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

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

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

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

How accessible are GP surgeries near BS1 6RY?

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

What transport links are available near BS1 6RY?

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

Is BS1 6RY a suitable area for families?

BS1 6RY scores 80/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.

What is the air quality like at BS1 6RY?

Air quality data for BS1 6RY is being updated.

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

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

Can I get full fibre broadband at BS1 6RY?

Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 100% of premises at BS1 6RY. Check with BT, Virgin Media, or local operators for availability.

Area suitability scores

BS1 6RY

Remote Worker

100

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

Family

80

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

E01033370

Best deals

Compare broadband deals in BS1 6RY

Find the best packages from UK providers in minutes.

Check Available Deals

Broadband deals for BS1 6RY

Compare Deals