Broadband in BS48 1PR

This is the area guide for BS48 1PR, located in Wraxall and Failand (North Somerset). It covers connectivity, property, safety, and local services. Every claim links back to a specific data point. Read on for the detail.

50% of premises at BS48 1PR can access superfast broadband. The UK average is 93%. There is room for improvement here. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 50% of properties. Over half of premises have access to faster tiers. Gigabit-capable connections cover 50% of premises. Gigabit is available but not yet widespread at this postcode. Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 50% 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.

Looking at the full speed profile for BS48 1PR gives a better picture of what to expect. 50% of connections fall in the 2 to 5 Mbps range. 50% of connections fall in the 300 Mbps or faster range. 50% of premises get less than 5 Mbps. That is not enough for reliable video calls or streaming. 50% of premises can hit 300 Mbps or more. That is enough for demanding multi-device households.

Here is how the broadband at BS48 1PR maps against common household needs. 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.

Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at BS48 1PR. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At BS48 1PR, 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.

0 crimes were reported near BS48 1PR in the most recent month. The level is relatively low. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

Flood risk at BS48 1PR is rated Medium. Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information. Specialist flood insurance may be needed.

The nearest train station to BS48 1PR is Clifton Down, 5.6 miles away. You will need a car or bus to reach the station. Park-and-ride may be available. Redland is the next closest at 6.3 miles. Bedminster offers another option at 6.5 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 BS48 1PR 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 BS48 1PR: remote working 85/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Strong broadband makes this area well suited to home working.

The local authority for BS48 1PR is North Somerset. The immediate area is Wraxall and Failand, a distinct community within the wider district. The BS48 postcode area contains 744 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across BS48 ranges from 0% to 100%. BS48 1PR is below the area average of 89%.

When choosing a broadband provider at BS48 1PR, 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.

Wraxall and Failand 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 BS48 1PR, 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.

Before making a decision about BS48 1PR, visit in person. Check the commute at rush hour. Try the mobile signal indoors. Look at local shops and green spaces. Ask about broadband reliability, not just speed. Data sets the scene, but real life fills in the gaps.

That is the full data picture for BS48 1PR in Wraxall and Failand. Use it alongside your own research. For the most current broadband speeds, run a live speed test from this page. Check back periodically as data is refreshed with new releases.