TA23 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 251 postcodes across 1 sector in Somerset.
Full fibre
13%
Gigabit
13%
Superfast
88%
Postcodes
251
TA23 covers 251 postcodes in Somerset, with superfast penetration at 88%. Full fibre has reached 13% of postcodes so far.
Broadband speeds in TA23
Share of TA23 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 251 postcodes in the district.
Superfast connectivity, defined as speeds of 30 Mbps or above, is available to 88% of postcodes in TA23. This trails typical UK penetration, reflecting Somerset's position in the national broadband infrastructure timeline. Full-fibre networks have deployed to 13% of the district, representing the ongoing wave of gigabit-capable investment. Gigabit speeds are available to 13%, a significant share where deployment has progressed. The speed distribution reveals clear tiers: 13% at gigabit speeds (300 Mbps+), and 75% 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. Supplementary technologies reach 30% of postcodes. 1% 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
30%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
TA23 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TA23 0 | 251 | 88% | 13% | 13% |
All TA23 0 postcodes (251)
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Living in Somerset
Against the 2026 UK average of approximately 69% full-fibre premises passed, TA23'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
TA23 broadband FAQs
What is the full-fibre coverage in TA23?
Full-fibre networks reach 13% of postcodes in TA23. Available providers deliver full-fibre packages where your postcode qualifies.
Are any postcodes below the Universal Service Obligation floor?
A negligible share, 1%, falls short of the 10 Mbps minimum. Nearly all postcodes in TA23 exceed this threshold and provide functional broadband access.
What practical value do speed brackets hold for households?
Video calling, cloud work and HD streaming function well here. Professional media and multi-user tasks thrive at gigabit (300 Mbps+). All tiers in TA23 above the mid-speed band exceed the UK typical download of roughly 75 Mbps.
How do full fibre and alternative technologies compare?
Full-fibre deployment to 13% of postcodes offers the primary infrastructure. Alternative broadband technologies serve an additional 30% of postcodes where wired options remain under development or impractical.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in TA23 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