BS39 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 613 postcodes across 4 sectors in Bath and North East Somerset.
Full fibre
80%
Gigabit
80%
Superfast
95%
Postcodes
613
BS39 covers 613 postcodes in Bath and North East Somerset with strong FTTP deployment. Gigabit reaches 80.1 per cent, though ultrafast exceeds it at 83.7 per cent.
Broadband speeds in BS39
Share of BS39 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 613 postcodes in the district.
Gigabit capability sits at 80.1 per cent across BS39's 613 postcodes whilst full fibre aligns closely at the same figure. Ultrafast reaches 83.7 per cent, suggesting some cable or bonded copper networks contribute speeds above 300 Mbps without full FTTP. Superfast is widespread at 94.7 per cent. Speed distribution shows 82 per cent at gigabit rates and 12.7 per cent in the 30 to 300 Mbps range via VDSL or legacy services. A small fraction (0.2 per cent, roughly one postcode) falls outside the universal service obligation. This profile demonstrates how multiple technologies layer to achieve high-speed provision across a geographically spread district.
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
<1%
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
BS39 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BS39 4 | 139 | 93% | 90% | 90% |
| BS39 5 | 190 | 91% | 88% | 88% |
| BS39 6 | 114 | 95% | 86% | 86% |
| BS39 7 | 170 | 100% | 59% | 59% |
All BS39 4 postcodes (139)
All BS39 5 postcodes (190)
All BS39 6 postcodes (114)
All BS39 7 postcodes (170)
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Living in Bath and North East Somerset
BS39 demonstrates how multiple technologies can layer to achieve high-speed provision. FTTP dominates, but cable and bonded services fill gaps and boost ultrafast penetration beyond what FTTP alone would deliver.
Crime per month
0
Average recorded crimes per local statistical area
Remote worker score
97/100
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
BS39 broadband FAQs
Why is ultrafast higher than gigabit in BS39?
Ultrafast (83.7 per cent) includes cable and bonded copper services not counted as full fibre or FTTP. This accounts for the 3.6 percentage-point difference.
What is the difference between gigabit and full fibre in BS39?
Both are 80.1 per cent, indicating cable networks contribute negligibly to gigabit speeds in this district.
How many postcodes lack gigabit infrastructure?
About 122 postcodes (19.9 per cent) fall outside the gigabit footprint, accessing superfast or mid-speed services via alternative technologies.
Is BS39 suitable for households requiring fast uploads and downloads?
For those within the 80.1 per cent gigabit footprint, yes. For the remainder, 12.7 per cent access 30 to 300 Mbps, adequate for streaming but less ideal for simultaneous heavy use.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in BS39 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