Broadband in B78 1SA

Looking at B78 1SA in Dordon? Here is what the data says. From broadband coverage to crime rates, this is the full picture. All numbers are from official sources. The guide is updated as new data becomes available.

66.7% of premises at B78 1SA can access superfast broadband. The UK average is 93%. There is room for improvement here. The maximum download speed recorded is 300 Mbps. That is well above the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

The speed distribution at B78 1SA tells a more detailed story than headline figures alone. 33.3% of connections fall in the 10 to 30 Mbps range. 66.7% of connections fall in the 30 to 300 Mbps range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls.

Translating the numbers at B78 1SA into daily use gives a clearer picture. Multiple 4K streams can run simultaneously. Netflix, Disney+, and iPlayer should all work without buffering even with several devices active. Remote working is viable here. Video conferencing, cloud documents, and VPN connections should all perform well.

FWA broadband has not reached B78 1SA yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.

The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At B78 1SA, 0% of properties do not meet this threshold. Every property here meets the minimum standard. That is not the case everywhere. Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 100% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.

In the latest month of data, 2 offences were recorded in this LSOA area. That is relatively low for England and Wales. The most common category was public order. Other frequent types include anti social behaviour. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

Flood risk at B78 1SA is rated Medium (Zone 2/3). Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information. Specialist flood insurance may be needed. Air quality is rated Fair with PM2.5 at 2.5 micrograms per cubic metre.

The nearest train station to B78 1SA is Sutton Coldfield, 8.6 miles away. You will need a car or bus to reach the station. Park-and-ride may be available. Erdington is the next closest at 10.2 miles. Stechford offers another option at 11.6 miles.

Properties around B78 1SA most commonly fall into council tax Band C. The billing authority is North Warwickshire. The three most common bands are A (30%), B (25%), C (20%). Band A corresponds to 1991 property values of up to £40,000. Current values are typically much higher. The concentration in lower bands suggests a mix of smaller and mid-range properties.

4G outdoor coverage at B78 1SA reaches 99%. Indoor 4G drops to 85%. Some signal loss indoors is normal. Most calls and data should still work inside. 5G has not yet reached this postcode. Coverage is expanding but remains concentrated in urban centres. Coverage data covers EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Check each operator individually, as coverage varies by network. Strong 4G coverage combined with limited fixed broadband means 4G home broadband could be a practical alternative here.

Suitability scores for B78 1SA: remote working 75/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Broadband is adequate for most remote working needs.

B78 1SA falls within the North Warwickshire local authority area. The immediate area is Dordon, a distinct community within the wider district. The B78 postcode area contains 641 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across B78 ranges from 0% to 100%. B78 1SA is below the area average of 92%.

How does B78 1SA compare to its neighbours? B78 1TS (0.09 miles, North Warwickshire) has 0% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. B78 1TD (0.24 miles, North Warwickshire) has 0% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. B78 1SZ (0.19 miles, North Warwickshire) has 66.7% superfast coverage and 6.7% gigabit. B78 1TB (0.28 miles, North Warwickshire) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. B78 1SA has better superfast coverage than its immediate neighbours.

Not every property at B78 1SA gets the same speeds. Run a postcode check with each provider before signing up. Headline speeds are not guarantees. If fibre is unavailable, consider 4G home broadband or satellite as alternatives. Speeds may still be adequate for most uses. Compare contract lengths, total costs over the term, and exit fees. The cheapest monthly rate is not always the best deal.

Every part of Dordon has its own feel. This data gives you the factual starting point. A visit fills in the rest.

Looking at the overall picture for B78 1SA, a few things are worth highlighting. Both fixed and mobile connectivity are strong. Backup options exist if one connection fails.

Data sources include Ofcom (broadband and mobile), Land Registry (house prices), Police.uk (crime), Ofsted (schools), Environment Agency (flood risk), and Open-Meteo (air quality). Council tax data comes from the Valuation Office Agency. EPC data is from DLUHC. Transport data uses NaPTAN. Speed distribution figures are from Ofcom Connected Nations. All figures are the latest available at the time of writing.

Data is a starting point for Dordon. Walk the streets at different times. Test your mobile signal. Check parking, noise levels, and the feel of the neighbourhood. Run a speed test on the actual connection. Some things only a visit can reveal.

This covers the key data for B78 1SA. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. For area-wide trends, see the Dordon hub page. Bookmark this page and check back as new data arrives.