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Broadband in SN12 8HB

Melksham Without, Wiltshire

Superfast broadband covers 62.5% of premises here.

Best speed~30 Mbps
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 7 March 2026

Flood Risk

Medium

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

~30 Mbps

Reviewed by Rex BlackwellData last verified: 7 March 2026

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HD uses ~5 Mbps per person. 4K uses ~25 Mbps.

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

The best available speed at SN12 8HB is ~30 Mbps. That covers your 14 Mbps estimate.

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)63%
63%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)63%
63%
30-80 Mbps
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)0%
0%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)0%
0%
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit0%
0%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at SN12 8HB

10–30 Mbps (38%)
30–300 Mbps (63%)

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

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

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

No train stations found within 15 miles

Network Rail / National Rail · Straight-line distances

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Wiltshire

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 SN12 8HB

Melksham Without is home to SN12 8HB. 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 broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at SN12 8HB stands at 62.5%. That is below the UK average of 93%.

Here is how broadband speeds break down across premises at SN12 8HB. 37.5% of connections fall in the 10 to 30 Mbps range. 62.5% of connections fall in the 30 to 300 Mbps range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls.

What do the broadband speeds at SN12 8HB mean in practice?

Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at SN12 8HB. 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 SN12 8HB, 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.

Flood risk at SN12 8HB is rated Medium. Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information. Specialist flood insurance may be needed.

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 SN12 8HB 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 SN12 8HB: remote working 35/100, family 50/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

SN12 8HB falls within the Wiltshire local authority area. The immediate area is Melksham Without, a distinct community within the wider district. The SN12 postcode area contains 808 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across SN12 ranges from 0% to 100%. SN12 8HB is below the area average of 94%.

How does SN12 8HB compare to its neighbours? SN12 8EZ (0.04 miles, melksham-without) has 75% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. Neighbouring postcodes tend to have better superfast coverage.

Not every property at SN12 8HB gets the same speeds. Run a postcode check with each provider before signing up. Headline speeds are not guarantees. If fibre is unavailable, consider 4G home broadband or satellite as alternatives. Speeds may still be adequate for most uses. Compare contract lengths, total costs over the term, and exit fees. The cheapest monthly rate is not always the best deal.

Melksham Without offers a mix of residential properties and local amenities. The character of any area is best judged in person.

Pulling the data together for SN12 8HB, here is what stands out. Wiltshire as a local authority area has its own planning priorities, council services, and infrastructure investment plans. Check the council website for the latest. The data covers what can be measured. Melksham Without has its own character that numbers alone cannot capture. Use these figures as a filter, then visit to get the full picture.

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 SN12 8HB. 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.

That is the full data picture for SN12 8HB in Melksham Without. 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.

More local data is being added for this postcode

This page already has postcode-specific content, and more data-backed sections will appear as the remaining local datasets finish processing.

Frequently asked questions about SN12 8HB

What are the broadband speeds available at SN12 8HB?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 62.5% of premises at SN12 8HB.

What is the average house price near SN12 8HB?

No recent house price data is available for SN12 8HB.

What is the flood risk for properties at SN12 8HB?

SN12 8HB has a Medium flood risk rating. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.

What schools are nearby in the SN12 8HB area?

School data for SN12 8HB is being updated. Check the Get Information About Schools service for the latest.

How does crime rate in SN12 8HB compare to other areas?

Crime data for this area is being updated.

How suitable is SN12 8HB for remote working?

SN12 8HB scores 35/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.

What is the mobile signal like at SN12 8HB?

4G outdoor coverage at SN12 8HB is 95%. Indoor coverage may be lower.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near SN12 8HB?

EPC data for SN12 8HB is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at SN12 8HB?

Council tax band information for SN12 8HB is being updated.

How accessible are GP surgeries near SN12 8HB?

GP surgery data for SN12 8HB is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near SN12 8HB?

Transport data for SN12 8HB is being updated.

Is SN12 8HB a suitable area for families?

SN12 8HB scores 50/100 for family suitability. Check school and crime sections above for detail.

What is the air quality like at SN12 8HB?

Air quality data for SN12 8HB is being updated.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from SN12 8HB?

EV charging data for SN12 8HB is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at SN12 8HB?

Full fibre availability at SN12 8HB is being updated. Check Openreach for the latest rollout status.

Area suitability scores

SN12 8HB

Remote Worker

35

Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.

Family

50

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.

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Area info

Parish

Melksham Without

District

Wiltshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01032044

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