Broadband in North Somerset: 85% can get full fibre.
In North Somerset, 84.5% of premises can get full fibre (Ofcom, January 2026), above the UK figure of 81%. Gigabit speeds reach 89.4% of premises. Full fibre grew by 2.0 points in six months. It ranks 144th of 361 council areas for full fibre.
Broadband coverage in North Somerset
Three things to know before you choose
84.5% can get full fibre, above the UK figure, but about 16,492 premises still cannot. Check your exact address first.
Here, gigabit coverage (89.4%) comes mainly from full fibre, so faster uploads usually come with it.
53% of premises that can get full fibre use it, above the UK figure of 47.1%.
North Somerset vs the South West, England and the UK
Region, nation and UK figures are totals of all council areas, weighted by premises. Take-up is the share of premises with full fibre available that use it.
How fast North Somerset is catching up
Full fibre
July 2025 to January 2026. 204th biggest rise of 359 councils.
Gigabit
Already high, so new full fibre adds less here.
Most homes that can get full fibre in North Somerset use it
Of every 100 premises, 85 can get full fibre and 45 use it. That is a take-up of 53%, against 47.1% across the UK.
Compare full fibre dealsBroadband providers and cheapest deals in North Somerset
13 providers have broadband deals at BS48 3AS, a postcode in North Somerset:
| Speed | Cheapest deal | Average a month | Deals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everyday Under 150 Mb | Three 4G Hub (24m) 10 Mb · 24 months | £17.50 | 32 |
| Fast 150–500 Mb | Gigaclear Explorer 300 300 Mb · 18 months | £15.83 | 3 |
| Very fast 500–900 Mb | Gigaclear Odyssey 600 600 Mb · 18 months | £20.83 | 2 |
Broadband-only deals listed for BS48 3AS on 28 October 2026. Some networks, such as Virgin Media and smaller full fibre builders, are checked address by address, so your list may be longer. Average a month includes set-up fees and contracted price rises.
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Neighbouring council areas
| Council | Full fibre | Gigabit | Change* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport | 87.6% | 93.1% | +2.1 pts |
| Cardiff | 87% | 94.4% | +3.5 pts |
| North Somerset | 84.5% | 89.4% | +2.0 pts |
| Bristol | 83.4% | 94.1% | +1.7 pts |
| Bath and North East Somerset | 72.9% | 79.3% | +2.4 pts |
| South Gloucestershire | 67% | 85.4% | +9.3 pts |
The five nearest council areas, sorted by full fibre. * Change in full fibre since July 2025, percentage points.
Useful for North Somerset households
Broadband in North Somerset: common questions
Is full fibre available in North Somerset?
Yes, for 84.5% of premises in January 2026 (89,906 homes and businesses), according to Ofcom. Coverage varies street by street, so check your postcode.
What is the fastest broadband in North Somerset?
89.4% of premises can get gigabit speeds of about 1,000 Mb, from full fibre.
Which broadband providers cover North Somerset?
At BS48 3AS we found 13 providers, including POP Telecom, Starlink, Onestream, Vodafone. Enter your own postcode to see every network at your address.
How does North Somerset compare with the UK?
Full fibre in North Somerset is 3.5 points above the UK figure of 81%. It ranks 144th of 361 council areas.
Can I get help if my broadband in North Somerset is very slow?
Yes. 858 premises in North Somerset cannot get 10 Mb. They can request a better connection under the Universal Service Obligation, free up to £3,400.
Coverage and take-up: Ofcom Connected Nations, January 2026 data, Open Government Licence v3.0. Region and location: Office for National Statistics, OGL v3.0. Deals: live prices for BS48 3AS. Methodology →