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How Fast is Broadband in Meriden and Solihull East?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Meriden and Solihull East has a median download speed of 65.8 Mbps and a median upload speed of 17.9 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Basic" upload speeds. The 17.9 Mbps median upload may cause issues for video conferencing and cloud backups. Consider full fibre if available.

Speed Comparison for Meriden and Solihull East

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%26 Mbps
Median65.8 Mbps
Mean167.7 Mbps
Top 20%268.1 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%6.2 Mbps
Median17.9 Mbps
Mean40.8 Mbps
Top 20%68.5 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Meriden and Solihull East:

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 Meriden and Solihull East, you can expect speeds around 65.8 Mbps download and 17.9 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Meriden and Solihull East

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

98.8%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
72.7%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
93.8%
Gigabit Capable

Meriden and Solihull East has good full fibre coverage at 72.7%. Check your postcode to see if full fibre is available at your address.

Speed Recommendations for Meriden and Solihull East

Based on the actual speeds in Meriden and Solihull East, 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

May need a faster connection for optimal performance.

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

May need a faster connection for optimal performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average broadband speed in Meriden and Solihull East?

In Meriden and Solihull East, the median download speed is 65.8 Mbps and the median upload speed is 17.9 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 268.1 Mbps download and 68.5 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Meriden and Solihull East?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 72.7% of properties in Meriden and Solihull East. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 93.8% of premises.

How does Meriden and Solihull East compare for upload speeds?

Meriden and Solihull East has basic upload speeds with a median of 17.9 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.