BBC Radio Solent Frequency
BBC Radio Solent is on 96.1 FM and 103.8 FM and on DAB.
Typical frequencies in major cities:
Southampton 96.1 FMPortsmouth 96.1 FMPoole 96.1 FMBognor Regis 96.1 FMWeymouth 103.8 FMAndover 96.1 FMSalisbury 96.1 FMWinchester 96.1 FM
On DAB, BBC Radio Solent is carried on 2 local multiplexes – see the DAB table below.
BBC Radio Solent FM frequencies by area
| Area | Frequency | Transmitter | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| South East (1) | |||
| Hampshire and Isle of Wight | 96.1 FM | Rowridge | 10 kW |
| South West (1) | |||
| Dorset | 103.8 FM | Bincombe Hill | 700 W |
BBC Radio Solent on DAB
2 multiplexes. Retune (auto-scan) your radio to pick up the one for your area.
| Multiplex | Block | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth | 11B | Bournemouth |
| South Hampshire | 11C | South Hampshire |
Transmitter map
Source: Ofcom technical parameters for broadcast radio transmitters, 15 September 2026 (Open Government Licence). Power is effective radiated power; the transmitter nearest you is not always the strongest.
