Broadband in BS23 1QX

BS23 1QX sits in Weston-super-Mare, part of North Somerset. This guide covers broadband speeds, house prices, schools, and more. Every figure comes from verified public data sources. Use it alongside your own research when comparing areas.

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at BS23 1QX stands at 35%. That is below the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 35% of properties. Fewer than half of homes here can get ultrafast speeds. Gigabit-capable connections cover 35% of premises. Gigabit is available but not yet widespread at this postcode. Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 35% of addresses. FTTP rollout is underway but not yet complete. The maximum download speed recorded is 1000 Mbps. That is well above the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

The speed distribution at BS23 1QX tells a more detailed story than headline figures alone. 35% 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. 35% of premises can hit 300 Mbps or more. That is enough for demanding multi-device households.

What do the broadband speeds at BS23 1QX 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 BS23 1QX yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.

0% of premises at BS23 1QX fall below the Universal Service Obligation of 10 Mbps. Every property here meets the minimum standard. That is not the case everywhere. Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 35% 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 BS23 1QX is rated Medium. Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information. Specialist flood insurance may be needed.

The nearest train station to BS23 1QX is Clifton Down, 17.6 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Bedminster is the next closest at 17.7 miles. Redland offers another option at 18.3 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 BS23 1QX 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. Strong 4G coverage combined with limited fixed broadband means 4G home broadband could be a practical alternative here.

Suitability scores for BS23 1QX: remote working 85/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Strong broadband makes this area well suited to home working.

BS23 1QX falls within the North Somerset local authority area. The immediate area is Weston-super-Mare, a distinct community within the wider district. The BS23 postcode area contains 958 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across BS23 ranges from 0% to 100%. BS23 1QX is below the area average of 98%.

How does BS23 1QX compare to its neighbours? BS23 1QR (0.04 miles, weston-super-mare) has 50% superfast coverage and 33.3% gigabit. BS23 1QT (0.04 miles, weston-super-mare) has 90.9% superfast coverage and 90.9% gigabit. BS23 1RB (0.04 miles, weston-super-mare) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. BS23 1RG (0.04 miles, weston-super-mare) has 85.2% superfast coverage and 66.7% gigabit. Neighbouring postcodes tend to have better superfast coverage.

When choosing a broadband provider at BS23 1QX, 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.

Life in Weston-super-Mare depends on what matters to you. Broadband, transport, and local services vary by street.

What does all of this mean for someone considering BS23 1QX? 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.

Data is a starting point for Weston-super-Mare. Walk the streets at different times. Test your mobile signal. Check parking, noise levels, and the feel of the neighbourhood. Run a speed test on the actual connection. Some things only a visit can reveal.

This covers the key data for BS23 1QX. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. For area-wide trends, see the Weston-super-Mare hub page. Bookmark this page and check back as new data arrives.