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How Fast is Broadband in Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull North?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull North has a median download speed of 149.3 Mbps and a median upload speed of 27.5 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 27.5 Mbps median upload is adequate for most home working and video call needs, though heavy uploaders may want to seek full fibre connections.

Speed Comparison for Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull North

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%59.9 Mbps
Median149.3 Mbps
Mean292 Mbps
Top 20%619.9 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%13 Mbps
Median27.5 Mbps
Mean37 Mbps
Top 20%64.1 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull North:

What the Numbers Mean

  • Bottom 20%: Slowest fifth of connections
  • Median: Typical speed (50% faster, 50% slower)
  • Mean: Mathematical average
  • Top 20%: Fastest fifth of connections

Why Median Matters Most

The median is the most reliable measure of typical performance. Unlike the mean, it isn't skewed by extremely fast or slow connections. If you move to Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull North, you can expect speeds around 149.3 Mbps download and 27.5 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull North

Coverage statistics from Ofcom show what connection types are available in this constituency:

99.9%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
84.7%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
99.4%
Gigabit Capable

Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull North has very good full fibre coverage at 84.7%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull North

Based on the actual speeds in Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull North, here's what different activities require:

Video Conferencing (Zoom, Teams)

Download needed: 10-25 Mbps
Upload needed: 5-10 Mbps

Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.

Cloud Backup & File Uploads

Download needed: 10+ Mbps
Upload needed: 20+ Mbps

Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.

Online Gaming

Download needed: 25-50 Mbps
Upload needed: 5-10 Mbps

Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.

Multiple Users (4+ devices)

Download needed: 100+ Mbps
Upload needed: 20+ Mbps

Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average broadband speed in Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull North?

In Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull North, the median download speed is 149.3 Mbps and the median upload speed is 27.5 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 619.9 Mbps download and 64.1 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull North?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 84.7% of properties in Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull North. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 99.4% of premises.

How does Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull North compare for upload speeds?

Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull North has moderate upload speeds with a median of 27.5 Mbps. This is important for video calls, cloud backups, and working from home.

About This Data

Speed data is sourced from ThinkBroadband (Q3 2025 measurements). Coverage data from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025. Actual speeds at your address may vary based on connection type, provider, and network conditions.