Q1
Best network for BA5?
Three leads with 100/100 — driven by 100% 5G and 100% 4G in this mixed urban-rural part of Bath.
BA5 DISTRICT · SOMERSET
Best mobile network in Wells BA5 · Somerset
Three scores 100/100 — the best measured network for BA5 in Bath, 7 points clear of the weakest. 100% 5G-grade · 100% 4G. Ofcom Mobile Coverage data (May 2025), measured across 109 addresses in 6 sampled postcodes.
The BA5 district covers Wells, Cheddar, Godney and Priddy, in Somerset. Signal varies street by street — scan your exact postcode below.
RESULT · BA5 · BATH
Coverage for BA5 district
★ BEST MEASURED
Three
100/100
Three has the strongest measured coverage for the BA5 district in Bath, 7 points clear of the weakest network in Ofcom's data.
Full ranking — BA5
#1
Three
#2
Vodafone
#3
O2
#4
EE
Coverage analysis — BA5
Cross-referencing EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three in Ofcom's data, Three leads the field in Bath. In this mixed urban-rural area, Three achieves an overall coverage score of 100/100 — driven by excellent 5G coverage (100%) and rock-solid 4G at 100%. 5G and 4G scores are closely matched, reflecting a mature, stable network.
Three noticeably leads Vodafone by 0 points overall. While Vodafone reaches 100% on 5G and 100% on 4G in Bath, it falls short of Three's combined performance across all bands. O2 and EE round out the field at 98 and 93 respectively.
Why Three for BA5?
Three's 5G rollout in Bath is among the strongest nationally, covering 100% of premises in the BA5 district. For anyone streaming video, gaming on mobile, or relying on a mobile hotspot at home, this level of 5G penetration makes a real difference to day-to-day speed.
The runner-up in BA5 is Vodafone at 100/100 (100% 5G / 100% 4G). It is a close contest — both operators deliver strong coverage in BA5, and your choice may come down to tariff, handset preference, or existing contract.
Switching to Three in Wells
Three has the strongest measured signal here — 100/100, with 100% 5G-grade and 100% 4G coverage across Wells, Cheddar, Godney and Priddy, 7 points clear of the weakest. A cheaper plan on a network that does not reach your street costs more than it saves, so start from the coverage and pick the plan second.
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Coverage FAQ — BA5
Q2
Is 5G available in BA5?
Three provides excellent 5G coverage at 100%. Vodafone follows at 100%.
Q3
Which network has the best 4G?
Three leads 4G too at 100%. Reliable 4G is critical in mixed urban-rural areas.
Q4
Is O2 worth considering?
O2 scores 98/100 in BA5 (98% 5G, 100% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.