B78 postcode

Broadband in B78 1TU

Dordon, North Warwickshire

Superfast broadband covers 33.3% of premises here.

Best speed300 Mbps
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 28 March 2026

Flood Risk

Medium

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

300 Mbps

Reviewed by Sage MitchellData last verified: 28 March 2026

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Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

The best available speed at B78 1TU is 300 Mbps. That covers your 14 Mbps estimate.

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)33%
33%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)33%
33%
30-80 Mbps
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)0%
0%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)0%
0%
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit0%
0%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at B78 1TU

10–30 Mbps (67%)
30–300 Mbps (33%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at B78 1TU

Below USO (can't get 10/1 Mbps)0%
Unable to receive 30 Mbps (no superfast)0%
Next Generation Access (NGA) coverage100%

Fibre-to-cabinet or better

Decent broadband via Fixed Wireless (FWA)0%

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Mobile coverage

4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

4G Outdoor

99%

4G Indoor

85%

5G Outdoor

0%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 · Data at local authority area level

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 2

public order50%1
anti social behaviour50%1

Schools nearby

Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026

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Flood risk

Zone 2/3

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Flood risk: Medium

This postcode is in Zone 2/3 — medium risk of flooding from rivers and sea.

Flood Zone

Zone 2/3

Risk Level

Medium

Environment Agency flood risk data

Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

Fair air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles)2.5 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

Open-Meteo Air Quality API · Guidelines: WHO 2021

Area demographics

Data for LSOA:

Population

N/A

Census 2021

Density

N/A

per km² · Unknown

Median Age

N/A

years (est.)

Census 2021 (ONS)

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01031025

Overall IMD Decile

N/A / 10

N/A

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
IncomeN/AN/AN/A
EmploymentN/AN/AN/A
EducationN/AN/AN/A
HealthN/AN/AN/A
CrimeN/AN/AN/A
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

🚂

Sutton Coldfield

9.1 mi

by road

🚂

Erdington

10.5 mi

by road

🚂

Stechford

11.8 mi

by road

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

Council tax bands

Band distribution for North Warwickshire

C

Most common: Band C

1,841/yr · North Warwickshire

A
30%£1,381
B
25%£1,611
C
20%£1,841
D
15%£2,071
E
5%£2,531
F
3%£2,991
G
2%£3,452

Annual council tax estimates for North Warwickshire, 2024/25

VOA 2025

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Living near B78 1TU

Looking at B78 1TU 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.

33.3% of premises at B78 1TU 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 1TU tells a more detailed story than headline figures alone. 66.7% of connections fall in the 10 to 30 Mbps range. 33.3% 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 1TU 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 1TU yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.

0% of premises at B78 1TU fall below the Universal Service Obligation of 10 Mbps. 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.

2 crimes were reported near B78 1TU in the most recent month. The level is relatively low. 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 1TU 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.

Sutton Coldfield station is the closest rail link at 9.1 miles from B78 1TU. You will need a car or bus to reach the station. Park-and-ride may be available. Erdington is the next closest at 10.5 miles. Stechford offers another option at 11.8 miles.

The most common council tax band near B78 1TU is 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.

Outdoor 4G mobile signal at B78 1TU is available across 99% of the area. 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 1TU: remote working 75/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Broadband is adequate for most remote working needs.

The local authority for B78 1TU is North Warwickshire. 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 1TU is below the area average of 92%.

How does B78 1TU compare to its neighbours? B78 1TY (0.06 miles, North Warwickshire) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. B78 1SX (0.08 miles, North Warwickshire) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. B78 1SY (0.13 miles, North Warwickshire) has 100% superfast coverage and 97.4% gigabit. B78 1TF (0.16 miles, North Warwickshire) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Neighbouring postcodes tend to have better superfast coverage.

When choosing a broadband provider at B78 1TU, check what technology reaches your specific address. Availability varies by street and sometimes by building. 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.

Dordon offers a mix of residential properties and local amenities. The character of any area is best judged in person.

Pulling the data together for B78 1TU, here is what stands out. 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.

Numbers tell part of the story for B78 1TU. Visit at different times of day. Talk to neighbours. Check mobile signal indoors. Walk the route to the nearest school or station. Test the broadband speed from inside the property. These things do not show up in data.

This covers the key data for B78 1TU. 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.

Frequently asked questions about B78 1TU

What are the broadband speeds available at B78 1TU?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 33.3% of premises at B78 1TU. Maximum download speeds reach 300 Mbps.

What is the average house price near B78 1TU?

No recent house price data is available for B78 1TU.

What is the flood risk for properties at B78 1TU?

B78 1TU has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Zone 2/3. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.

What schools are nearby in the B78 1TU area?

School data for B78 1TU is being updated. Check the Get Information About Schools service for the latest.

How does crime rate in B78 1TU compare to other areas?

2 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.

How suitable is B78 1TU for remote working?

B78 1TU scores 75/100 for remote working suitability. Broadband is adequate for most remote tasks.

What is the mobile signal like at B78 1TU?

4G outdoor coverage at B78 1TU is 99%. 5G reaches 0%. Indoor coverage may be lower.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near B78 1TU?

EPC data for B78 1TU is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at B78 1TU?

The most common council tax band near B78 1TU is Band C. The billing authority is North Warwickshire.

How accessible are GP surgeries near B78 1TU?

GP surgery data for B78 1TU is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near B78 1TU?

The nearest train station to B78 1TU is Sutton Coldfield, 9.1 miles away. Erdington is also nearby.

Is B78 1TU a suitable area for families?

B78 1TU scores 80/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.

What is the air quality like at B78 1TU?

Air quality at B78 1TU is rated Fair. PM2.5 levels are 2.5 micrograms per cubic metre. Sensitive individuals should take note.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from B78 1TU?

EV charging data for B78 1TU is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at B78 1TU?

Full fibre availability at B78 1TU is being updated. Check Openreach for the latest rollout status.

Area suitability scores

B78 1TU

Remote Worker

75

Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.

Family

80

Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.

Value for Money

50

Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.

Map

Area info

Parish

Dordon

District

North Warwickshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01031025

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