BS23 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 958 postcodes across 4 sectors in North Somerset.
Full fibre
85%
Gigabit
85%
Superfast
98%
Postcodes
958
BS23 is among North Somerset's most connected postcodes. Gigabit-capable networks reach most properties, with 85 per cent showing full fibre availability.
Broadband speeds in BS23
Share of BS23 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 958 postcodes in the district.
BS23 across its 958 postcodes in North Somerset shows strong fibre penetration. Full fibre availability reaches 85.4 per cent, among the regions highest concentrations. Superfast coverage exceeds typical UK levels at 97.7 per cent, indicating full investment in baseline infrastructure alongside FTTP deployment. Ultrafast connectivity reaches 88.4 per cent. The speed distribution reflects this investment profile: 86.6 per cent of postcodes support gigabit-speed downloads (300+ Mbps), enabling simultaneous video streaming and video conferencing without contention. A further 10.8 per cent operate in the 30 to 300 Mbps range via VDSL or earlier fibre-generation technology.
No postcodes fall below Ofcoms universal service obligation of 10 Mbps. This complete coverage reflects mature fibre deployment across both urban and suburban areas. The concentration of postcodes at gigabit and ultrafast tiers indicates strategic investment in premium infrastructure rather than purely basic coverage. For households, this means most addresses can rely on gigabit-class performance, reducing uncertainty from broadband availability.
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
BS23 splits into 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BS23 1 | 204 | 96% | 85% | 85% |
| BS23 2 | 261 | 99% | 84% | 84% |
| BS23 3 | 286 | 97% | 86% | 86% |
| BS23 4 | 207 | 99% | 88% | 88% |
All BS23 1 postcodes (204)
All BS23 2 postcodes (261)
All BS23 3 postcodes (286)
All BS23 4 postcodes (207)
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Living in North Somerset
With no house price data available, the speed profile points to strong business connectivity. The concentration of gigabit-capable infrastructure suggests efficient support for video conferencing, cloud storage and remote work.
Crime per month
2
Average recorded crimes per local statistical area
Remote worker score
99/100
Connectivity and amenities for home working
Family score
80/100
Schools, safety and family amenities
Value score
50/100
What you get for the local price level
BS23 broadband FAQs
What percentage of BS23 can access gigabit speeds?
85.4 per cent of postcodes show gigabit availability. This figure matches full fibre availability in the district.
How does BS23 compare on superfast broadband?
Superfast coverage reaches 97.7 per cent, above the current UK average of 97 per cent.
Are there any premises without decent broadband in BS23?
No postcodes fall below the universal service obligation threshold of 10 Mbps.
What is the typical speed range for BS23 connections?
86.7 per cent of connections deliver gigabit speeds. A further 10.9 per cent operate between 30 and 300 Mbps.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in BS23 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