Broadband Speeds in Birmingham Northfield
Real-world broadband speed data from Q3 2025. See how Birmingham Northfield compares for both download and upload speeds.
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How Fast is Broadband in Birmingham Northfield?
Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Birmingham Northfield has a median download speed of 103.7 Mbps and a median upload speed of 24.1 Mbps.
This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 24.1 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 Northfield
Understanding the Speed Data
The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Birmingham Northfield:
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 Northfield, you can expect speeds around 103.7 Mbps download and 24.1 Mbps upload.
Broadband Coverage in Birmingham Northfield
Coverage statistics from Ofcom show what connection types are available in this constituency:
Birmingham Northfield has excellent full fibre coverage at 90.2%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.
Speed Recommendations for Birmingham Northfield
Based on the actual speeds in Birmingham Northfield, here's what different activities require:
Video Conferencing (Zoom, Teams)
Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.
Cloud Backup & File Uploads
Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.
Online Gaming
Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.
Multiple Users (4+ devices)
Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average broadband speed in Birmingham Northfield?
In Birmingham Northfield, the median download speed is 103.7 Mbps and the median upload speed is 24.1 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 353.1 Mbps download and 109.3 Mbps upload.
Is full fibre broadband available in Birmingham Northfield?
Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 90.2% of properties in Birmingham Northfield. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 99.2% of premises.
How does Birmingham Northfield compare for upload speeds?
Birmingham Northfield has moderate upload speeds with a median of 24.1 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.