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Broadband in BS40 5HY

Churchill, North Somerset

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Full fibre (FTTP) covers 17% of premises here.

Best speed1000 Mbps
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 20 March 2026

Flood Risk

Medium

Fibre (FTTP)

Yes (17%)

Best speed

1000 Mbps

Reviewed by Rex BlackwellData last verified: 20 March 2026

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Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

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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)17%
17%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)17%
17%
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit17%
17%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at BS40 5HY

30–300 Mbps (83%)
300+ Mbps (17%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at BS40 5HY

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: 0

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: Medium

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

Flood Zone

Risk Level

Medium

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: E01014748

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

🚂

Bedminster

10.5 mi

by road

🚂

Clifton Down

11.0 mi

by road

🚂

Bristol Temple Meads

11.2 mi

by road

🚂

Redland

11.7 mi

by road

🚂

Lawrence Hill

12.0 mi

by road

Network Rail / National Rail · Straight-line distances

Council tax bands

Band distribution for North Somerset

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 BS40 5HY

BS40 5HY sits in Churchill, part of North Somerset. This guide covers broadband speeds, house prices, schools, and more. Every figure comes from verified public data sources. Use it alongside your own research when comparing areas.

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at BS40 5HY stands at 100%. That is above the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 16.7% of properties. Fewer than half of homes here can get ultrafast speeds. Gigabit-capable connections cover 16.7% of premises. Gigabit is available but not yet widespread at this postcode. Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 16.7% of addresses. FTTP rollout is underway but not yet complete. The maximum download speed recorded is 1000 Mbps. That is well above the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

The speed distribution at BS40 5HY tells a more detailed story than headline figures alone. 83.3% of connections fall in the 30 to 300 Mbps range. 16.7% 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.

Translating the numbers at BS40 5HY into daily use gives a clearer picture. 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 BS40 5HY 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 BS40 5HY, 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.

Crime in the LSOA covering BS40 5HY totalled 0 offences last month. This is a relatively low figure. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

Flood risk at BS40 5HY is rated Medium. Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information. Specialist flood insurance may be needed.

The nearest train station to BS40 5HY is Bedminster, 10.5 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Clifton Down is the next closest at 11 miles. Bristol Temple Meads offers another option at 11.2 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 BS40 5HY 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 BS40 5HY: remote working 100/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Strong broadband makes this area well suited to home working.

BS40 5HY falls within the North Somerset local authority area. The immediate area is Churchill, a distinct community within the wider district. The BS40 postcode area contains 713 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across BS40 ranges from 0% to 100%. BS40 5HY is above the area average of 86%.

When choosing a broadband provider at BS40 5HY, 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.

Life in Churchill depends on what matters to you. Broadband, transport, and local services vary by street.

What does all of this mean for someone considering BS40 5HY? Fast broadband but distant rail links makes this a better fit for remote workers than commuters. 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.

Data is a starting point for Churchill. 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.

That is the full data picture for BS40 5HY in Churchill. 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.

More local data is being added for this postcode

This page already has postcode-specific content, and more data-backed sections will appear as the remaining local datasets finish processing.

Frequently asked questions about BS40 5HY

What are the broadband speeds available at BS40 5HY?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at BS40 5HY. Maximum download speeds reach 1000 Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 16.7%.

What is the average house price near BS40 5HY?

No recent house price data is available for BS40 5HY.

What is the flood risk for properties at BS40 5HY?

BS40 5HY has a Medium flood risk rating. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.

What schools are nearby in the BS40 5HY area?

School data for BS40 5HY is being updated. Check the Get Information About Schools service for the latest.

How does crime rate in BS40 5HY compare to other areas?

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

How suitable is BS40 5HY for remote working?

BS40 5HY scores 100/100 for remote working suitability. Strong broadband makes it well suited.

What is the mobile signal like at BS40 5HY?

4G outdoor coverage at BS40 5HY is 95%. Indoor coverage may be lower.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near BS40 5HY?

EPC data for BS40 5HY is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at BS40 5HY?

Council tax band information for BS40 5HY is being updated.

How accessible are GP surgeries near BS40 5HY?

GP surgery data for BS40 5HY is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near BS40 5HY?

The nearest train station to BS40 5HY is Bedminster, 10.5 miles away. Clifton Down is also nearby.

Is BS40 5HY a suitable area for families?

BS40 5HY scores 80/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.

What is the air quality like at BS40 5HY?

Air quality data for BS40 5HY is being updated.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from BS40 5HY?

EV charging data for BS40 5HY is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at BS40 5HY?

Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 16.7% of premises at BS40 5HY. Check with BT, Virgin Media, or local operators for availability.

Area suitability scores

BS40 5HY

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

Churchill

District

North Somerset

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01014748

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