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Comms West

Comms West is an alternative network (altnet) operator delivering full fibre broadband to businesses in South West England.

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About Comms West

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Comms West is an alternative network (altnet) operator delivering full fibre broadband to businesses in South West England.

Independent profile snapshot

This extended snapshot summarises how the provider presents itself in the UK market. It supplements the dataset-led summary above.

Comms West is a family-run independent rural fixed-wireless and full-fibre broadband provider serving the Lochaber area of the Scottish Highlands, headquartered at Swallowfield, Fassfern, Kinlocheil, Fort William PH33 7NP. Registered as Comms West Limited (Companies House SC749551, incorporated 7 November 2022, with trading in the local area from 2011) and led by directors Alistair Ross Hodnett and James George Smith, the company is classified under SIC 61100 (Wired telecommunications activities), 61200 (Wireless telecommunications) and 62090, delivering broadband, landline voice and fibre-optic services to homes and businesses across Lochaber villages. Comms West guarantees Fixed Wireless Access speeds of up to 35Mb/s on its base residential packages (with higher tiers available), installations are quick and simple with no phone line required, and the operator is a verified UKWISPA member for 2025/26 in the Small Commercial WISP category and a registered supplier for the Scottish Broadband Voucher Scheme, enabling qualifying rural properties to access free or subsidised connection. Trustpilot records approximately 4.5 out of 5 from 80+ reviews (as of April 2026); 0330 088 5500 and hello@commswest.co.uk.

Key details

Year founded2011
Parent companyIndependent
Legal name Comms West Limited Companies House SC749551 →

Directors

Alistair Ross Hodnett, James George Smith

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What stands out

  • Full fibre network
  • Business-grade service
  • Independent UK altnet

Recognition

  • Verified UKWISPA member 2025/26 (Small Commercial WISP)

Technologies on file

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  • FTTP Full fibre to your door. Fastest and most reliable.
  • Ethernet Dedicated leased line. Primarily for business.

Coverage

South West England

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If something goes wrong

Here is where Comms West sits within the UK consumer protection framework.

Regulator
Ofcom. Sets the General Conditions that Comms West must follow.
Security
Cyber Essentials: Yes (typical for B2B telecoms)

Questions and answers

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Where can I verify Comms West's Companies House registration?
Companies House lists Comms West Limited under company number SC749551. Open the official record using the Companies House link on this page.
What coverage note is on file for Comms West?
Our dataset records: South West England
Is Comms West in the BroadbandSwitch postcode comparison tool?
No. This provider is not currently among those we return in the postcode comparison tool. You can still compare other providers we list.
What does verification status mean on this profile?
This profile's verification status in our directory is recorded as: NEEDS_TRUSTPILOT_LIVE_COUNT. That reflects our internal checks against the sources linked on this page, not a government endorsement.
Does this directory flag Comms West as Ofcom-registered?
Yes. We record this provider as Ofcom-registered (General Conditions of entitlement). For complaints or disputes, follow the dispute route and Ofcom guidance that apply to your situation.
What is the BroadbandSwitch verification score?
It is an internal score from 1 to 10 based on how thoroughly we have checked Companies House, regulator and trade-body fields, and independent review data where available. It is not a measure of customer satisfaction.
What is the deals section on BroadbandSwitch.uk?
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How does a UK broadband provider list deals on BroadbandSwitch.uk?
A verified provider submits their offer to editor@broadbandswitch.uk using the structured submission template, in exchange for a permanent backlink from their own site.
Is there a charge for the deals section?
No. The deals section is free of charge, with no contract and no affiliate commission required for inclusion on the record.
What rules govern the deals content?
All deals must comply with Ofcom General Condition C1 (in force 17 January 2025) on price rises in pounds and pence, and the CAP code on broadband speed claims (median peak-time average, in force 23 May 2018).
What happens if the backlink is removed?
BroadbandSwitch.uk monitors linking domains. If the backlink is removed and not restored within 14 days, the deals section is taken down to keep the exchange fair.
Where can I read the full Provider Style Guide?
The full guide is on this site at https://broadbandswitch.uk/style-guide/

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