TA19 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 438 postcodes across 2 sectors in Somerset.
Full fibre
79%
Gigabit
79%
Superfast
92%
Postcodes
438
TA19 covers 438 postcodes in Somerset, with superfast penetration at 92%. Full fibre has reached 79% of postcodes so far.
Broadband speeds in TA19
Share of TA19 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 438 postcodes in the district.
Superfast connectivity, defined as speeds of 30 Mbps or above, is available to 92% of postcodes in TA19. This trails typical UK penetration, reflecting Somerset's position in the national broadband infrastructure timeline. Full-fibre networks have deployed to 79% of the district, representing the ongoing wave of gigabit-capable investment. Gigabit speeds are available to 79%, a significant share where deployment has progressed. The speed distribution reveals clear tiers: 79% at gigabit speeds (300 Mbps+), and 12% in the moderate 30-to-300 Mbps band. Even the mid-speed majority exceeds the UK typical download of around 75 Mbps by a comfortable margin, providing adequate headroom for simultaneous household connections and video work. 0% of postcodes fall below Universal Service Obligation minimums.
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
TA19 splits into 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TA19 0 | 202 | 90% | 77% | 77% |
| TA19 9 | 236 | 93% | 81% | 81% |
All TA19 0 postcodes (202)
All TA19 9 postcodes (236)
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Living in Somerset
Against the 2026 UK average of approximately 69% full-fibre premises passed, TA19's deployment profile shows mixed progress. Even postcodes outside the gigabit tier deliver better real-world performance than most UK households experience.
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
TA19 broadband FAQs
What is the full-fibre coverage in TA19?
Full-fibre networks reach 79% of postcodes in TA19. Within coverage, local providers offer full-fibre packages by request.
Are any postcodes below the Universal Service Obligation floor?
A negligible share, 0%, falls short of the 10 Mbps minimum. Nearly all postcodes in TA19 exceed this threshold and provide functional broadband access.
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 TA19 above the mid-speed band exceed the UK typical download of roughly 75 Mbps.
Is gigabit capability meaningful for ordinary households?
Gigabit networks available to 79% of postcodes allow benefits for households with multiple simultaneous users, video producers, or those hosting remote services. It provides long-term headroom as broadband demand grows.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in TA19 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