TA17 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 35 postcodes across 1 sector in Somerset.
Full fibre
4%
Gigabit
4%
Superfast
55%
Postcodes
35
TA17 encompasses 35 postcodes in Somerset. The moderate 30-to-300 Mbps band covers 51%, with faster options available elsewhere in the code.
Broadband speeds in TA17
Share of TA17 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 35 postcodes in the district.
The 30-to-300 Mbps speed bracket is the dominant tier in TA17, reaching 51% of postcodes. This band comfortably supports remote work, video calls, streaming and file downloads at speeds matching or exceeding the UK typical of around 75 Mbps. Above this tier, 4% of postcodes achieve gigabit-capable speeds, concentrated where full-fibre networks have deployed to 4% of the district. The gigabit cohort can manage professional-grade workloads: video production, live streaming and simultaneous multi-user data transfer without saturation. Superfast speeds of 30 Mbps and above span 55% of postcodes. This penetration rate falls below the UK average, indicating Somerset has ongoing superfast reach. 7% of postcodes fall below the 10 Mbps minimum.
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
7%
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
TA17 splits into 1 postcode sector. Coverage and prices can differ street by street, so open a sector below to find your exact postcode.
| Sector | Postcodes | Superfast | Full fibre | Gigabit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TA17 8 | 35 | 55% | 4% | 4% |
All TA17 8 postcodes (35)
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Living in Somerset
Somerset's mid-speed plurality still delivers what the majority of households need. Gigabit postcodes enable professional and entertainment workloads; all others exceed the UK average.
Remote worker score
50/100
Connectivity and amenities for home working
Family score
50/100
Schools, safety and family amenities
Value score
50/100
What you get for the local price level
TA17 broadband FAQs
What is the full-fibre coverage in TA17?
Full-fibre networks reach 4% of postcodes in TA17. Within coverage, local providers offer full-fibre packages by request.
What about postcodes below the 10 Mbps standard?
7% of postcodes in TA17 fall below the Universal Service Obligation floor. These addresses may qualify for targeted intervention schemes or alternative service delivery methods.
How do speed tiers translate into household capability?
This band accommodates video calling, cloud work and streaming effectively. Concurrent household use and professional work become viable at gigabit speeds. All tiers in TA17 above the mid-speed band exceed the UK typical download of roughly 75 Mbps.
Is 30-to-300 Mbps adequate for working from home?
Yes. This speed band, available to 51% of postcodes, supports simultaneous video calls, cloud document work and file uploads reliably. It exceeds the UK's typical download of approximately 75 Mbps.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in TA17 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