Broadband in BS26 2HS

This is the area guide for BS26 2HS, located in Compton Bishop (Somerset). It covers connectivity, property, safety, and local services. Every claim links back to a specific data point. Read on for the detail.

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at BS26 2HS stands at 100%. That is above the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 88.2% of properties. That is solid coverage for bandwidth-heavy households. Gigabit-capable connections cover 88.2% of premises. Most homes can access gigabit speeds if they choose to. Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 88.2% 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 BS26 2HS. 11.8% of connections fall in the 30 to 300 Mbps range. 88.2% 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 BS26 2HS 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 BS26 2HS 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 BS26 2HS, 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.

2 crimes were reported near BS26 2HS in the most recent month. The level is relatively low. The most common category was other theft. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

Flood risk at BS26 2HS is rated Low. Minor precautions may be worth considering. Check with insurers about any loading on premiums.

The nearest train station to BS26 2HS is Bedminster, 16.3 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Clifton Down is the next closest at 16.7 miles. Bristol Temple Meads offers another option at 17 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 BS26 2HS 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 BS26 2HS: remote working 100/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Strong broadband makes this area well suited to home working.

BS26 2HS falls within the Somerset local authority area. The immediate area is Compton Bishop, a distinct community within the wider district. The BS26 postcode area contains 221 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across BS26 ranges from 0% to 100%. BS26 2HS is above the area average of 94%.

Not every property at BS26 2HS gets the same speeds. Run a postcode check with each provider before signing up. Headline speeds are not guarantees. 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.

Compton Bishop offers a mix of residential properties and local amenities. The character of any area is best judged in person.

Looking at the overall picture for BS26 2HS, a few things are worth highlighting. 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.

Before making a decision about BS26 2HS, visit in person. Check the commute at rush hour. Try the mobile signal indoors. Look at local shops and green spaces. Ask about broadband reliability, not just speed. Data sets the scene, but real life fills in the gaps.

This covers the key data for BS26 2HS. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. For area-wide trends, see the Compton Bishop hub page. Bookmark this page and check back as new data arrives.