Broadband in B78 3QQ

Looking at B78 3QQ in Fazeley? 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.

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at B78 3QQ stands at 100%. That is above the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 75% of properties. Over half of premises have access to faster tiers. Gigabit-capable connections cover 75% of premises. Gigabit is available but not yet widespread at this postcode. Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 75% of addresses. FTTP rollout is underway but not yet complete. The maximum download speed recorded is 1000 Mbps. That is well above the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

Looking at the full speed profile for B78 3QQ gives a better picture of what to expect. 25% of connections fall in the 30 to 300 Mbps range. 75% of connections fall in the 300 Mbps or faster range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls. Over half of connections exceed 300 Mbps. That supports multiple 4K streams, large file transfers, and cloud gaming without issue.

Translating the numbers at B78 3QQ 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 3QQ 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 3QQ 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.

0 crimes were reported near B78 3QQ in the most recent month. The level is relatively low. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

Flood risk at B78 3QQ 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 6.1 miles from B78 3QQ. You will need a car or bus to reach the station. Park-and-ride may be available. Erdington is the next closest at 8.3 miles. Perry Barr offers another option at 9.7 miles.

Properties around B78 3QQ most commonly fall into council tax Band C. The billing authority is Lichfield. 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 3QQ 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.

Suitability scores for B78 3QQ: remote working 100/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Strong broadband makes this area well suited to home working.

B78 3QQ falls within the Lichfield local authority area. The immediate area is Fazeley, 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 3QQ is above the area average of 92%.

How does B78 3QQ compare to its neighbours? B78 3QF (0.05 miles, Lichfield) has 100% superfast coverage and 97.9% gigabit. B78 3ST (0.16 miles, Lichfield) has 100% superfast coverage and 92.9% gigabit. B78 3SS (0.14 miles, Lichfield) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. B78 3SW (0.21 miles, Lichfield) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

When choosing a broadband provider at B78 3QQ, check what technology reaches your specific address. Availability varies by street and sometimes by building. Where full fibre is available, it typically offers faster and more reliable service than part-fibre connections. Compare contract lengths, total costs over the term, and exit fees. The cheapest monthly rate is not always the best deal.

Life in Fazeley depends on what matters to you. Broadband, transport, and local services vary by street.

What does all of this mean for someone considering B78 3QQ? 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.

Before making a decision about B78 3QQ, visit in person. Check the commute at rush hour. Try the mobile signal indoors. Look at local shops and green spaces. Ask about broadband reliability, not just speed. Data sets the scene, but real life fills in the gaps.

This covers the key data for B78 3QQ. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. For area-wide trends, see the Fazeley hub page. Bookmark this page and check back as new data arrives.