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Broadband in B97 6QD

Tutnall and Cobley, Bromsgrove

Superfast broadband covers 100% of premises here.

Best speed300 Mbps
StandardSuperfastGigabit
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Flood Risk

Medium

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

300 Mbps

Reviewed by Arthur Turing

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

Living near B97 6QD

Considering Tutnall and Cobley? B97 6QD sits in the Bromsgrove area. We've gathered broadband, property, crime, school, and environmental data for this exact postcode. Ookla speed tests, Land Registry prices, Ofcom coverage stats, Police.uk crime figures. All from verified government sources. No estimates, no guesswork. Just the numbers that matter when choosing where to live.

Broadband at B97 6QD is solid. Superfast (30Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. The UK average is around 93%. Tutnall and Cobley beats that. Enough for streaming, video calls, and smart home devices. No gigabit connections available yet. Top speeds listed as 300 Mbps.

Every premises at B97 6QD meets the broadband USO. Only 0% can reach 300 Mbps though. The baseline is met. Top speeds are another story. Next-gen fibre infrastructure covers 100% of premises. Most of the area has modern fibre connections.

Limited house price data for B97 6QD. Few residential sales on record here. Could be a commercial area, new development, or rental-heavy. Land Registry only records completed sales. Rentals and new-builds under shared ownership may not appear. Check Rightmove or Zoopla for current asking prices. Talk to local estate agents for a ground-level view.

Police.uk data: 0 incidents last month. Low crime area. Fewer incidents than most places this size. Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. Check the full trend on Police.uk before deciding.

Flood risk: Medium. Zone: Zone 2/3. Moderate flood risk. Get a flood risk assessment before buying. Insurance premiums may be higher. Air quality: Fair. PM2.5: 2.5 µg/m³. Well within WHO guidelines.

Deprivation index: decile undefined out of 10. That's most deprived.

Nearest train station: Kings Norton. Distance: 7 miles. You'll need a car to get there. Also: Bournville (8.3 mi). And Selly Oak (9 mi). No public EV chargers recorded nearby. Home charging would be the main option. Check Zap-Map for the latest charger locations.

Council tax: mostly Band C. Mostly lower bands. More affordable council tax. Check your exact band at gov.uk/council-tax-bands. Band affects your annual bill by hundreds of pounds.

4G outdoor coverage: 99%. Strong mobile signal across the area. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom. Street-level signal can vary. Buildings and terrain affect actual reception. Try your handset on-site before switching provider.

Remote working score: 45/100. Workable, but check speeds with your employer. Family score: 50/100. Mixed for families. Depends on priorities. Scores factor in broadband, schools, crime, and GPs. They weight each category by its relevance. A low score doesn't mean the area is bad. It means specific factors may not suit that use case. Compare scores with nearby postcodes to spot patterns.

A note on broadband providers. Ofcom data shows what's available. Not which provider to pick. Actual speeds depend on your line, your router, and your provider. Check BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local FTTP operators. Compare deals at broadbandcompareuk.com or uSwitch. Contract lengths vary. 18 months is standard. Some offer 12. Ask about setup fees. They range from free to £50+. Run a speed test after installation. If speeds don't match what you're paying for, complain.

Transparency matters. Broadband data: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025. House prices: Land Registry. Crime: Police.uk. Demographics: ONS Census 2021. Flood risk: Environment Agency. Speed tests: Ookla Open Data Q4 2025. Cell towers: OpenStreetMap. All free, all public.

Research is one thing. Being there is another. Walk around B97 6QD at different times of day. Check if the streets feel safe after dark. Look at how well homes are maintained. Visit the nearest park or green space. These things don't show up in statistics.

That's the full picture for B97 6QD based on the latest data. Every area has trade-offs. These numbers help you spot them before you commit. Drill into each section above for the details. Compare several postcodes side by side. The right choice depends on what matters most to you. We refresh this data regularly.

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)100%
100%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)100%
100%
TBC
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)0%
0%
TBC
Full Fibre (FTTP)0%
0%
TBC
Gigabit0%
0%
TBC

Speed Distribution at B97 6QD

100%
30–300 Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at B97 6QD

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

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Area suitability scores

B97 6QD

Remote Worker

45

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

Family

50

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

Value for Money

0

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

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Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 0

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

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Bromsgrove

C

Most common: Band C

1,841/yr · Bromsgrove

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 Bromsgrove, 2024/25

VOA 2025

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

🚂

Kings Norton

7.0 mi

by road

🚂

Bournville

8.3 mi

by road

🚂

Selly Oak

9.0 mi

by road

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

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

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01033060

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)

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)

Area info

Parish

Tutnall and Cobley

District

Bromsgrove

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01033060

Frequently asked questions about B97 6QD

What are the broadband speeds available at B97 6QD?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at B97 6QD. Maximum download speeds reach 300 Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 0%.

What is the average house price near B97 6QD?

No recent house price data for B97 6QD. Few residential sales on record, or mainly commercial properties.

What is the flood risk for properties at B97 6QD?

B97 6QD has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Zone 2/3 by the Environment Agency. Check the Environment Agency flood map for detailed risk information.

How does crime rate in B97 6QD compare to other areas?

In the latest month of data, 0 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is below average.

How suitable is B97 6QD for remote working?

B97 6QD scores 45/100 for remote working suitability, making it somewhat limited for home workers. This score factors in superfast broadband coverage, full fibre availability, and mobile signal strength.

What is the mobile signal like at B97 6QD?

4G outdoor coverage at B97 6QD is 99%, with 5G outdoor at 0%. Networks available include EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom Connected Nations.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating for homes near B97 6QD?

EPC data is not yet available for B97 6QD. Energy Performance Certificates are recorded when properties are sold or rented. Check the EPC register at epc.opendatacommunities.org for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at B97 6QD?

The most common council tax band in Bromsgrove is Band C. Band D council tax is approximately £1243 per year. Check your exact band at gov.uk.

What transport links are available near B97 6QD?

The nearest train station to B97 6QD is Kings Norton, 7 miles away. Other nearby stations include Bournville (8.3 mi) and Selly Oak (9 mi).

Is B97 6QD a suitable area for families?

B97 6QD scores 50/100 for family suitability, rated reasonably suitable. This score considers Ofsted school ratings, crime rates, flood risk, and proximity to GP surgeries.

What is the air quality like at B97 6QD?

Air quality at B97 6QD is rated Fair with PM2.5 levels at 2.5 µg/m³. This is close to WHO guideline levels.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from B97 6QD?

EV charging data is not yet available for B97 6QD. Check Zap-Map (zap-map.com) for the latest public charging locations near you.

Can I get full fibre broadband at B97 6QD?

Ultrafast broadband is not currently available at B97 6QD. Standard and superfast options may still be available. Check with providers for the latest rollout plans.

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