BS1 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 675 postcodes across 7 sectors in Bristol, City of.
Full fibre
84%
Gigabit
84%
Superfast
87%
Postcodes
675
BS1 covers 675 postcodes in Bristol City. Full fibre and gigabit reach 83.9% of locations, though superfast coverage is lower at 87%.
Broadband speeds in BS1
Share of BS1 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 675 postcodes in the district.
BS1 shows an unusual distribution: 83.9% have full fibre gigabit connections, yet only 87% meet superfast speeds of 30 Mbps and above. This pattern suggests the 13% without gigabit are concentrated below 30 Mbps rather than in the 30 to 300 Mbps band (confirmed at 3.1%). The area mixes pockets of full fibre deployment with older copper networks, creating a bimodal distribution of well-served (gigabit fibre) and underserved (legacy broadband) zones. Approximately 565 postcodes access gigabit fibre, whilst 110 lack superfast speeds entirely. This concentration at both ends of the spectrum is distinctive within Bristol.
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
0%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
BS1 splits into 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BS1 1 | 58 | 79% | 79% | 79% |
| BS1 2 | 56 | 87% | 85% | 85% |
| BS1 3 | 105 | 92% | 87% | 87% |
| BS1 4 | 87 | 80% | 80% | 80% |
| BS1 5 | 145 | 88% | 82% | 82% |
| BS1 6 | 223 | 89% | 86% | 86% |
| BS1 9 | 1 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
All BS1 1 postcodes (58)
All BS1 2 postcodes (56)
All BS1 3 postcodes (105)
All BS1 4 postcodes (87)
All BS1 5 postcodes (145)
All BS1 6 postcodes (223)
All BS1 9 postcodes (1)
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Living in Bristol, City of
Bristol City postcodes in BS1 show stark inequality: gigabit fibre for most, but 13% lagging significantly. Those in the underserved 13% may qualify for upgrade schemes or government broadband subsidies. Fibre availability is the area's defining feature.
Crime per month
7
Average recorded crimes per local statistical area
Remote worker score
95/100
Connectivity and amenities for home working
Family score
79/100
Schools, safety and family amenities
Value score
50/100
What you get for the local price level
BS1 broadband FAQs
What does BS1's unusual speed distribution mean?
83.9% have full fibre gigabit, whilst 13% lack superfast speeds entirely. This reveals two distinct zones: a modern fibre network and a legacy copper pocket.
Is full fibre common in BS1?
Yes. 83.9% of postcodes have full fibre capacity (FTTP). It is the first BS code showing significant fibre penetration.
What about the 13% without gigabit?
These postcodes fall below superfast speeds. They may be eligible for connection grants. Check Ofcom's broadband checker for your postcode's upgrade status.
Should I prioritise gigabit fibre when moving to BS1?
If possible, yes. Fibre is available to 83.9% of postcodes and delivers faster, more stable service than legacy copper.
Neighbouring districts
Check your exact postcode
Every postcode in BS1 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