B40 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 9 postcodes across 1 sector in Solihull.
Full fibre
<1%
Gigabit
<1%
Superfast
<1%
Postcodes
9
B40 is a tiny postcode district covering just 9 postcodes in Solihull, with extremely sparse gigabit coverage at 0.9%.
Broadband speeds in B40
Share of B40 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 9 postcodes in the district.
B40's sample is extremely small: only 9 postcodes total. Just one postcode (0.9%) reaches gigabit capability, with the remainder at or below 30-300 Mbps. All 9 postcodes attain superfast or above, so none fall into a connectivity gap, but the district clearly lacks meaningful fibre infrastructure. The speed distribution confirms near-total reliance on non-gigabit solutions: zero postcodes above 300 Mbps, mostly capped at the superfast band. The infrastructure profile suggests legacy copper or cable networks dominate the district. B40's Solihull location may explain lower deployment relative to central Birmingham. Households and businesses here should not expect gigabit-ready networks to be available.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations. Percentages are district-wide averages of postcode-level availability, so rows may not sum to exactly 100%.
Connectivity in detail
Below 10 Mbps USO
0%
Premises unable to get the 10 Mbps universal service minimum
Fixed wireless
0%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Broadband by sector
B40 splits into 1 postcode sector. Coverage and prices can differ street by street, so open a sector below to find your exact postcode.
| Sector | Postcodes | Superfast | Full fibre | Gigabit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B40 1 | 9 | <1% | <1% | <1% |
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Living in Solihull
Postcodes in B40 face significant speed limitations. Any household or business seeking gigabit should verify their specific address or explore alternative solutions.
Crime per month
3
Average recorded crimes per local statistical area
Remote worker score
58/100
Connectivity and amenities for home working
Family score
71/100
Schools, safety and family amenities
Value score
50/100
What you get for the local price level
B40 broadband FAQs
Is gigabit available in B40?
Barely. Only 1 postcode out of 9 can access gigabit speeds.
What's the typical speed ceiling in B40?
Most postcodes are capped at 30-300 Mbps, though all 9 do reach the superfast threshold.
Why is B40's coverage so different from central Birmingham?
B40 covers Solihull rather than Birmingham proper, and is a tiny district where fibre rollout has been limited.
What's my first step if I'm choosing a B40 postcode?
Request a detailed check on your exact premises from providers, as the 0.9% average masks significant variation.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in B40 has its own page with broadband speeds, house prices, school ratings and crime stats. You can also compare providers for your address.
Data sources: Broadband data from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 · House prices from HM Land Registry · Crime from Police.uk · See all data sources