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How Fast is Broadband in Solihull West and Shirley?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Solihull West and Shirley has a median download speed of 100.5 Mbps and a median upload speed of 29.6 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 29.6 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 Solihull West and Shirley

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%27 Mbps
Median100.5 Mbps
Mean140.8 Mbps
Top 20%226.4 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%6.4 Mbps
Median29.6 Mbps
Mean34.3 Mbps
Top 20%49.2 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 Solihull West and Shirley, you can expect speeds around 100.5 Mbps download and 29.6 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Solihull West and Shirley

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

99.3%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
92.1%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
97.9%
Gigabit Capable

Solihull West and Shirley has excellent full fibre coverage at 92.1%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Solihull West and Shirley

Based on the actual speeds in Solihull West and Shirley, 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 Solihull West and Shirley?

In Solihull West and Shirley, the median download speed is 100.5 Mbps and the median upload speed is 29.6 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 226.4 Mbps download and 49.2 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Solihull West and Shirley?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 92.1% of properties in Solihull West and Shirley. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 97.9% of premises.

How does Solihull West and Shirley compare for upload speeds?

Solihull West and Shirley has moderate upload speeds with a median of 29.6 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.