Broadband Speeds in Birmingham Selly Oak
Real-world broadband speed data from Q3 2025. See how Birmingham Selly Oak compares for both download and upload speeds.
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How Fast is Broadband in Birmingham Selly Oak?
Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Birmingham Selly Oak has a median download speed of 217.8 Mbps and a median upload speed of 35.6 Mbps.
This constituency has "Excellent" download speeds and "Good" upload speeds. The 35.6 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 Selly Oak
Understanding the Speed Data
The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Birmingham Selly Oak:
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 Selly Oak, you can expect speeds around 217.8 Mbps download and 35.6 Mbps upload.
Broadband Coverage in Birmingham Selly Oak
Coverage statistics from Ofcom show what connection types are available in this constituency:
Birmingham Selly Oak has excellent full fibre coverage at 90.3%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.
Speed Recommendations for Birmingham Selly Oak
Based on the actual speeds in Birmingham Selly Oak, 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 Selly Oak?
In Birmingham Selly Oak, the median download speed is 217.8 Mbps and the median upload speed is 35.6 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 297.5 Mbps download and 89.1 Mbps upload.
Is full fibre broadband available in Birmingham Selly Oak?
Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 90.3% of properties in Birmingham Selly Oak. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 99% of premises.
How does Birmingham Selly Oak compare for upload speeds?
Birmingham Selly Oak has good upload speeds with a median of 35.6 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.