B79 postcode

Broadband in B79 0LH

Thorpe Constantine, Lichfield

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Full fibre (FTTP) covers 48% of premises here.

Best speed1000 Mbps
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 29 March 2026

Flood Risk

Medium

Fibre (FTTP)

Yes (48%)

Best speed

1000 Mbps

Reviewed by Sage MitchellData last verified: 29 March 2026

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Cameras, thermostats, speakers and similar devices each use a few Mbps.

Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

Gigabit broadband (1000 Mbps) is available at B79 0LH. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)48%
48%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)48%
48%
30-80 Mbps
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)48%
48%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)48%
48%
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit48%
48%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at B79 0LH

0–2 Mbps (10%)
2–5 Mbps (19%)
5–10 Mbps (24%)
300+ Mbps (48%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at B79 0LH

Below USO (can't get 10/1 Mbps)0%
Unable to receive 30 Mbps (no superfast)0%
Next Generation Access (NGA) coverage48%

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: 1

violent crime100%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: E01029516

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

11.7 mi

by road

🚂

Erdington

13.8 mi

by road

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Lichfield

C

Most common: Band C

1,841/yr · Lichfield

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 Lichfield, 2024/25

VOA 2025

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Living near B79 0LH

B79 0LH sits in Thorpe Constantine, part of Lichfield. This guide covers broadband speeds, house prices, schools, and more. Every figure comes from verified public data sources. Use it alongside your own research when comparing areas.

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at B79 0LH stands at 47.6%. That is below the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 47.6% of properties. Fewer than half of homes here can get ultrafast speeds. Gigabit-capable connections cover 47.6% of premises. Gigabit is available but not yet widespread at this postcode. Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 47.6% 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.

Here is how broadband speeds break down across premises at B79 0LH. 9.5% of connections fall in the below 2 Mbps range. 19% of connections fall in the 2 to 5 Mbps range. 23.8% of connections fall in the 5 to 10 Mbps range. 47.6% of connections fall in the 300 Mbps or faster range. 29% of premises get less than 5 Mbps. That is not enough for reliable video calls or streaming. 47.6% of premises can hit 300 Mbps or more. That is enough for demanding multi-device households.

What do the broadband speeds at B79 0LH mean in practice? 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 B79 0LH 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 B79 0LH, 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 47.6% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.

In the latest month of data, 1 offences were recorded in this LSOA area. That is relatively low for England and Wales. The most common category was violent crime. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

Flood risk at B79 0LH 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 B79 0LH is Sutton Coldfield, 11.7 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Erdington is the next closest at 13.8 miles. Perry Barr offers another option at 15.3 miles.

The most common council tax band near B79 0LH is 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 B79 0LH 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 B79 0LH: remote working 85/100, family 80/100, value 50/100. Strong broadband makes this area well suited to home working.

The local authority for B79 0LH is Lichfield. The immediate area is Thorpe Constantine, a distinct community within the wider district. The B79 postcode area contains 695 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across B79 ranges from 0% to 100%. B79 0LH is below the area average of 94%.

How does B79 0LH compare to its neighbours? B79 0LL (0.3 miles, Lichfield) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. B79 0LJ (0.45 miles, Lichfield) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. B79 0BQ (1.06 miles, Lichfield) has 0% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. B79 0BJ (1.28 miles, Lichfield) has 100% superfast coverage and 50% gigabit. Neighbouring postcodes tend to have better superfast coverage.

When choosing a broadband provider at B79 0LH, 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.

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

Looking at the overall picture for B79 0LH, a few things are worth highlighting. Fast broadband but distant rail links makes this a better fit for remote workers than commuters. 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 B79 0LH. 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.

B79 0LH in Thorpe Constantine: broadband, house prices, crime, schools, and more. All from verified sources. Run a speed test above for a live reading. Compare with nearby postcodes to see how this area stacks up against its neighbours.

Frequently asked questions about B79 0LH

What are the broadband speeds available at B79 0LH?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 47.6% of premises at B79 0LH. Maximum download speeds reach 1000 Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 47.6%.

What is the average house price near B79 0LH?

No recent house price data is available for B79 0LH.

What is the flood risk for properties at B79 0LH?

B79 0LH has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Zone 2/3. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.

What schools are nearby in the B79 0LH area?

School data for B79 0LH is being updated. Check the Get Information About Schools service for the latest.

How does crime rate in B79 0LH compare to other areas?

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

How suitable is B79 0LH for remote working?

B79 0LH scores 85/100 for remote working suitability. Strong broadband makes it well suited.

What is the mobile signal like at B79 0LH?

4G outdoor coverage at B79 0LH is 99%. 5G reaches 0%. Indoor coverage may be lower.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near B79 0LH?

EPC data for B79 0LH is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at B79 0LH?

The most common council tax band near B79 0LH is Band C. The billing authority is Lichfield.

How accessible are GP surgeries near B79 0LH?

GP surgery data for B79 0LH is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near B79 0LH?

The nearest train station to B79 0LH is Sutton Coldfield, 11.7 miles away. Erdington is also nearby.

Is B79 0LH a suitable area for families?

B79 0LH scores 80/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.

What is the air quality like at B79 0LH?

Air quality at B79 0LH 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 B79 0LH?

EV charging data for B79 0LH is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at B79 0LH?

Full fibre (FTTP) is available to 47.6% of premises at B79 0LH. Check with BT, Virgin Media, or local operators for availability.

Area suitability scores

B79 0LH

Remote Worker

85

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

Thorpe Constantine

District

Lichfield

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01029516

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