Broadband in Redditch: 50% can get full fibre.
In Redditch, 49.6% of premises can get full fibre (Ofcom, January 2026), below the UK figure of 81%. Gigabit speeds reach 90.7%, because upgraded cable networks such as Virgin Media’s add to full fibre. Full fibre grew by 0.4 points in six months. It ranks 354th of 361 council areas for full fibre.
Broadband coverage in Redditch
Three things to know before you choose
About 20,330 premises in Redditch cannot get full fibre yet, so check your exact address before you pick a deal.
90.7% can get gigabit speeds, partly over cable. Full fibre gives faster uploads; cable is usually fine for streaming and gaming.
Only 45% of premises that can get full fibre use it. If your street has it, you may get more speed for a similar price.
Redditch vs the West Midlands, England and the UK
Region, nation and UK figures are totals of all council areas, weighted by premises. Take-up is the share of premises with full fibre available that use it.
How fast Redditch is catching up
Full fibre
July 2025 to January 2026. 323rd biggest rise of 359 councils.
Gigabit
Already high, so new full fibre adds less here.
Most homes that can get full fibre in Redditch haven’t switched
Of every 100 premises, 50 can get full fibre and 22 use it. That is a take-up of 45%, against 47.1% across the UK.
Compare full fibre dealsBroadband providers and cheapest deals in Redditch
18 providers have broadband deals at B97 5HE, a postcode in Redditch:
| Speed | Cheapest deal | Average a month | Deals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everyday Under 150 Mb | Three 4G Hub (24m) 10 Mb · 24 months | £17.50 | 24 |
| Fast 150–500 Mb | 4th Utility 150Mb Full Fibre CityFibre (24 Months) 150 Mb · 24 months | £15.75 | 29 |
| Very fast 500–900 Mb | Rise Fibre 500Mb Full Fibre CityFibre (24 Months) 500 Mb · 24 months | £20 | 18 |
| Gigabit 900 Mb + | Rise Fibre 1Gb Full Fibre CityFibre (24 Months) 1000 Mb · 24 months | £19.50 | 30 |
Broadband-only deals listed for B97 5HE on 27 October 2026. Some networks, such as Virgin Media and smaller full fibre builders, are checked address by address, so your list may be longer. Average a month includes set-up fees and contracted price rises.
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Neighbouring council areas
| Council | Full fibre | Gigabit | Change* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worcester | 93.4% | 93.4% | +0.6 pts |
| Birmingham | 85.6% | 95% | +1.6 pts |
| Wyre Forest | 82.2% | 88.1% | +2.3 pts |
| Bromsgrove | 80.3% | 85.1% | +1.7 pts |
| Wychavon | 78.2% | 78.4% | +0.5 pts |
| Redditch | 49.6% | 90.7% | +0.4 pts |
The five nearest council areas, sorted by full fibre. * Change in full fibre since July 2025, percentage points.
Useful for Redditch households
Broadband in Redditch: common questions
Is full fibre available in Redditch?
Yes, for 49.6% of premises in January 2026 (20,012 homes and businesses), according to Ofcom. Coverage varies street by street, so check your postcode.
What is the fastest broadband in Redditch?
90.7% of premises can get gigabit speeds of about 1,000 Mb, from full fibre or upgraded cable networks.
Which broadband providers cover Redditch?
At B97 5HE we found 18 providers, including 4th Utility, Rise Fibre, POP Telecom, EE. Enter your own postcode to see every network at your address.
How does Redditch compare with the UK?
Full fibre in Redditch is 31.4 points below the UK figure of 81%. It ranks 354th of 361 council areas.
Can I get help if my broadband in Redditch is very slow?
Yes. 40 premises in Redditch cannot get 10 Mb. They can request a better connection under the Universal Service Obligation, free up to £3,400.
Coverage and take-up: Ofcom Connected Nations, January 2026 data, Open Government Licence v3.0. Region and location: Office for National Statistics, OGL v3.0. Deals: live prices for B97 5HE. Methodology →