Broadband in Somerset: 75% can get full fibre.
In Somerset, 74.6% of premises can get full fibre (Ofcom, January 2026), below the UK figure of 81%. Gigabit speeds reach 75.7% of premises. Full fibre grew by 2.3 points in six months. It ranks 251st of 361 council areas for full fibre.
Broadband coverage in Somerset
Three things to know before you choose
About 72,814 premises in Somerset cannot get full fibre yet, so check your exact address before you pick a deal.
4,871 premises cannot get 10 Mb. If yours is one, ask for an upgrade under the Universal Service Obligation or try 5G home broadband.
51% of premises that can get full fibre use it, above the UK figure of 47.1%.
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 Somerset is catching up
Full fibre
July 2025 to January 2026. 180th biggest rise of 359 councils.
Gigabit
Gigabit coverage includes full fibre and upgraded cable.
Most homes that can get full fibre in Somerset use it
Of every 100 premises, 75 can get full fibre and 38 use it. That is a take-up of 51%, against 47.1% across the UK.
Compare full fibre dealsBroadband providers and cheapest deals in Somerset
16 providers have broadband deals at TA4 2RT, a postcode in Somerset:
| Speed | Cheapest deal | Average a month | Deals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everyday Under 150 Mb | Three 4G Hub (24m) 10 Mb · 24 months | £17.50 | 23 |
| Fast 150–500 Mb | Sky Full Fibre 150 150 Mb · 24 months | £24.21 | 24 |
| Very fast 500–900 Mb | Sky Full Fibre 500 500 Mb · 24 months | £27.21 | 17 |
| Gigabit 900 Mb + | Sky Full Fibre Gigafast 900 Mb · 24 months | £29.21 | 22 |
Broadband-only deals listed for TA4 2RT on 27 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* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vale of Glamorgan | 87.1% | 91% | +2.5 pts |
| Exeter | 79.9% | 90.4% | +1.1 pts |
| East Devon | 75.2% | 75.2% | +1.3 pts |
| Somerset | 74.6% | 75.7% | +2.3 pts |
| Mid Devon | 67.2% | 67.2% | +8.1 pts |
| North Devon | 60.9% | 60.9% | -4.2 pts |
The five nearest council areas, sorted by full fibre. * Change in full fibre since July 2025, percentage points.
Broadband in Somerset: common questions
Is full fibre available in Somerset?
Yes, for 74.6% of premises in January 2026 (214,242 homes and businesses), according to Ofcom. Coverage varies street by street, so check your postcode.
What is the fastest broadband in Somerset?
75.7% of premises can get gigabit speeds of about 1,000 Mb, from full fibre.
Which broadband providers cover Somerset?
At TA4 2RT we found 16 providers, including POP Telecom, Rebel, Onestream, Vodafone. Enter your own postcode to see every network at your address.
How does Somerset compare with the UK?
Full fibre in Somerset is 6.4 points below the UK figure of 81%. It ranks 251st of 361 council areas.
Can I get help if my broadband in Somerset is very slow?
Yes. 4,871 premises in 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 TA4 2RT. Methodology →