Q1
Best network for BA6?
EE leads with 100/100 — driven by 100% 5G and 100% 4G in this mixed urban-rural part of Bath.
BA6 DISTRICT · SOMERSET
Best mobile network in Mendip BA6 · Somerset
EE scores 100/100 — the best measured network for BA6 in Bath, 5 points clear of the weakest. 100% 5G-grade · 100% 4G. Ofcom Mobile Coverage data (May 2025), measured across 36 addresses in 4 sampled postcodes.
The BA6 district covers Mendip, Street, Glastonbury and Meare, in Somerset. Signal varies street by street — scan your exact postcode below.
RESULT · BA6 · BATH
Coverage for BA6 district
★ BEST MEASURED
EE
100/100
EE has the strongest measured coverage for the BA6 district in Bath, 5 points clear of the weakest network in Ofcom's data.
Full ranking — BA6
#1
EE
#2
Three
#3
Vodafone
#4
O2
Coverage analysis — BA6
Based on Ofcom's measurements, EE delivers the strongest signal in Bath. In this mixed urban-rural area, EE 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.
EE clearly leads Three by 0 points overall. While Three reaches 100% on 5G and 100% on 4G in Bath, it falls short of EE's combined performance across all bands. Vodafone and O2 round out the field at 96 and 95 respectively.
Why EE for BA6?
EE's 5G rollout in Bath is among the strongest nationally, covering 100% of premises in the BA6 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 BA6 is Three at 100/100 (100% 5G / 100% 4G). It is a close contest — both operators deliver strong coverage in BA6, and your choice may come down to tariff, handset preference, or existing contract.
Switching to EE in Mendip
EE has the strongest measured signal here — 100/100, with 100% 5G-grade and 100% 4G coverage across Mendip, Street, Glastonbury and Meare, 5 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 — BA6
Q2
Is 5G available in BA6?
EE provides excellent 5G coverage at 100%. Three follows at 100%.
Q3
Which network has the best 4G?
EE leads 4G too at 100%. Reliable 4G is critical in mixed urban-rural areas.
Q4
Is Vodafone worth considering?
Vodafone scores 96/100 in BA6 (100% 5G, 100% 4G). It may suit certain tariff or price preferences despite trailing the top two.