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How Fast is Broadband in Birmingham Perry Barr?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Birmingham Perry Barr has a median download speed of 138.9 Mbps and a median upload speed of 21.2 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 21.2 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 Perry Barr

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%30.9 Mbps
Median138.9 Mbps
Mean172.7 Mbps
Top 20%208.9 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%7.8 Mbps
Median21.2 Mbps
Mean25.1 Mbps
Top 20%33.7 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Birmingham Perry Barr:

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 Perry Barr, you can expect speeds around 138.9 Mbps download and 21.2 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Birmingham Perry Barr

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

99.8%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
93.1%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
99.3%
Gigabit Capable

Birmingham Perry Barr has excellent full fibre coverage at 93.1%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Birmingham Perry Barr

Based on the actual speeds in Birmingham Perry Barr, 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 Perry Barr?

In Birmingham Perry Barr, the median download speed is 138.9 Mbps and the median upload speed is 21.2 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 208.9 Mbps download and 33.7 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Birmingham Perry Barr?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 93.1% of properties in Birmingham Perry Barr. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 99.3% of premises.

How does Birmingham Perry Barr compare for upload speeds?

Birmingham Perry Barr has moderate upload speeds with a median of 21.2 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.