BS21 postcode

Broadband in BS21 6RF

Tickenham, North Somerset

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Full fibre (FTTP) covers 80% of premises here.

Best speed1000 Mbps
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 5 March 2026

Flood Risk

Medium

Fibre (FTTP)

Yes (80%)

Best speed

1000 Mbps

Reviewed by Rex BlackwellData last verified: 5 March 2026

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Each person on calls needs around 10 Mbps.

Competitive gaming needs low latency as much as raw speed.

Cameras, thermostats, speakers and similar devices each use a few Mbps.

Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

Gigabit broadband (1000 Mbps) is available at BS21 6RF. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)87%
87%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)87%
87%
30-80 Mbps
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)80%
80%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)80%
80%
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit80%
80%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at BS21 6RF

10–30 Mbps (13%)
30–300 Mbps (7%)
300+ Mbps (80%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at BS21 6RF

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: E01032680

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

🚂

Clifton Down

8.1 mi

by road

🚂

Redland

8.8 mi

by road

🚂

Bedminster

8.9 mi

by road

🚂

Bristol Temple Meads

9.4 mi

by road

🚂

Montpelier

9.4 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 BS21 6RF

Tickenham is home to BS21 6RF. Whether you live here or plan to move, the data below paints a clear picture. Broadband, schools, crime, house prices, and local services all follow. The numbers speak for themselves.

Superfast coverage here stands at 86.7%. Nationally, 93% of UK premises have access. Most properties here can get a decent connection. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 80% of properties. That is solid coverage for bandwidth-heavy households. Gigabit-capable connections cover 80% of premises. Most homes can access gigabit speeds if they choose to. Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 80% 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.

The speed distribution at BS21 6RF tells a more detailed story than headline figures alone. 13.3% of connections fall in the 10 to 30 Mbps range. 6.7% of connections fall in the 30 to 300 Mbps range. 80% 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.

What do the broadband speeds at BS21 6RF mean in practice? 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 BS21 6RF 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 BS21 6RF, 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.

In the latest month of data, 0 offences were recorded in this LSOA area. That is relatively low for England and Wales. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

Flood risk at BS21 6RF is rated Medium. Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information. Specialist flood insurance may be needed.

Clifton Down station is the closest rail link at 8.1 miles from BS21 6RF. You will need a car or bus to reach the station. Park-and-ride may be available. Redland is the next closest at 8.8 miles. Bedminster offers another option at 8.9 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.

Outdoor 4G mobile signal at BS21 6RF is available across 95% of the area. 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 BS21 6RF: remote working 100/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Strong broadband makes this area well suited to home working.

BS21 6RF falls within the North Somerset local authority area. The immediate area is Tickenham, a distinct community within the wider district. The BS21 postcode area contains 685 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across BS21 ranges from 0% to 100%. BS21 6RF is below the area average of 93%.

When choosing a broadband provider at BS21 6RF, 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.

Tickenham 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 BS21 6RF, a few things are worth highlighting. 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.

Numbers tell part of the story for BS21 6RF. Visit at different times of day. Talk to neighbours. Check mobile signal indoors. Walk the route to the nearest school or station. Test the broadband speed from inside the property. These things do not show up in data.

This covers the key data for BS21 6RF. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. For area-wide trends, see the Tickenham hub page. Bookmark this page and check back as new data arrives.

Frequently asked questions about BS21 6RF

What are the broadband speeds available at BS21 6RF?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 86.7% of premises at BS21 6RF. Maximum download speeds reach 1000 Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 80%.

What is the average house price near BS21 6RF?

No recent house price data is available for BS21 6RF.

What is the flood risk for properties at BS21 6RF?

BS21 6RF has a Medium flood risk rating. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.

What schools are nearby in the BS21 6RF area?

School data for BS21 6RF is being updated. Check the Get Information About Schools service for the latest.

How does crime rate in BS21 6RF compare to other areas?

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

How suitable is BS21 6RF for remote working?

BS21 6RF scores 100/100 for remote working suitability. Strong broadband makes it well suited.

What is the mobile signal like at BS21 6RF?

4G outdoor coverage at BS21 6RF is 95%. Indoor coverage may be lower.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near BS21 6RF?

EPC data for BS21 6RF is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at BS21 6RF?

Council tax band information for BS21 6RF is being updated.

How accessible are GP surgeries near BS21 6RF?

GP surgery data for BS21 6RF is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near BS21 6RF?

The nearest train station to BS21 6RF is Clifton Down, 8.1 miles away. Redland is also nearby.

Is BS21 6RF a suitable area for families?

BS21 6RF scores 80/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.

What is the air quality like at BS21 6RF?

Air quality data for BS21 6RF is being updated.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from BS21 6RF?

EV charging data for BS21 6RF is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at BS21 6RF?

Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 80% of premises at BS21 6RF. Check with BT, Virgin Media, or local operators for availability.

Area suitability scores

BS21 6RF

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

Tickenham

District

North Somerset

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01032680

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