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Private Fibre vs Leased Line
Could You Be Paying Too Much?

The Question Every Wolverhampton Business
Should Ask Before Signing a Leased Line.

If you've been told a leased line is the only option because standard FTTP isn't showing available at your address — before you commit to £300-600/month, ask WolverhamptonFibre whether private fibre is viable. In many cases it is, and the savings are significant.

Feature
Private Fibre
Leased Line
Monthly cost£80-200/mo£150-650/mo
Speed1 Gbps+100 Mbps-10 Gbps
ContentionDedicated run1:1 fully dedicated
Fault fix SLABusiness SLA4 hours contracted
Installation time20-60 days30-90 days
Available where FTTP isn'tYesYes
Financial SLA penaltiesNoYes
Best forMost SMEs needing fibre where FTTP absentCall centres, contractual SLA requirements
Our Honest Recommendation

If your business needs fibre but FTTP isn't listed at your address, always ask about private fibre before agreeing to a leased line. For most Wolverhampton SMEs with 5-100 staff, private fibre provides the connectivity they need at £80-200/month vs £300-600/month for a leased line. We'll tell you honestly which is right for your situation — call 01902 283 891.

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FAQs

Private Fibre vs Leased Line —
Your Questions

Is private fibre the same quality as a leased line?

Private fibre delivers comparable speeds (typically 1 Gbps+) at significantly lower cost. The main difference is the SLA — leased lines include a 4-hour fault fix guarantee with financial penalties. Private fibre has a standard business SLA. For businesses where absolute uptime with a contracted guarantee is essential, a leased line remains the right choice.

Who should choose private fibre over a leased line?

Businesses that need fibre where standard FTTP isn't available, want dedicated gigabit speeds, but don't need the enterprise 4-hour SLA. Most Wolverhampton SMEs with 5-100 staff fall into this category. A leased line is appropriate when you have contractual bandwidth commitments, run a call centre, or your SLA requires guaranteed fault resolution times.

Can I add 4G failover to private fibre?

Yes — a 4G failover router can be added to any private fibre installation, typically for £25-40/month. This provides resilience comparable to a leased line at combined costs well below traditional leased line pricing.

How do I know if private fibre is available at my Wolverhampton address?

Call WolverhamptonFibre on 01902 283 891 with your full business address. We assess private fibre viability within 24 hours — checking proximity to the nearest network point and indicative civil works cost. There is no charge for this assessment.

Not Sure Which Is Right for Your Business?

One call. Honest independent advice. We'll tell you the right answer, not the most expensive one.