How long does a leased line take to install?

Standard installation takes 30-90 working days depending on whether existing fibre infrastructure reaches your premises. The critical pricing factor is distance — premises beyond 20 miles from a provider's nearest Point of Presence see costs rise 30-50% for the same speed.

What internet speed does my business actually need?

This depends on your number of users and applications. VoIP requires approximately 100 Kbps per call. Cloud applications and video conferencing need more. The UK average business broadband speed is 131 Mbps, but 20% of UK businesses report insufficient internet speeds for their needs.

What is full fibre (FTTP) broadband?

FTTP delivers a fibre optic connection directly to your premises, unlike FTTC which uses copper for the final leg. FTTP coverage has reached 79.5% of UK premises as of Q3 2025. Openreach passed 20 million premises in September 2025 and targets 25 million by December 2026.

What is a leased line and how is it different from broadband?

A leased line provides dedicated, uncontended bandwidth exclusively for your business. Unlike broadband, leased lines guarantee symmetrical upload and download speeds with 99.9% uptime SLAs. Fixed leased lines account for over 39% of UK business internet connections.

Comparison

Business Broadband vs Leased Line for Remote Teams: A Comparison

A practical comparison for UK businesses — covering features, costs, and which option suits different requirements.

Key Facts

£240-£320monthly cost for a 100 Mbps leased line in urban areas

92%of UK businesses take 24+ hours to recover from an outage

£3.7bnlost by UK businesses to internet outages in 2023 (Beaming)

87%of UK premises have gigabit-capable broadband (Ofcom 2025)

Last updated: March 2026

Business Broadband vs Leased Line for Remote Teams

Feature	Business Broadband	Leased Line for Remote Teams
Best For	Depends on requirements	Depends on requirements
UK Availability	Widely available	Widely available
Typical Cost	Varies	Varies
Complexity	Varies	Varies

When to Choose Each Option

Guidance based on your business requirements.

Choose Business Broadband When

Your business has specific requirements that favour this approach. Budget and resources align with this solution. Your existing infrastructure supports it

Choose Leased Line for Remote Teams When

Your business needs a different approach. You have different budget considerations. Your team has relevant experience

Cost Considerations

Both Business Broadband and Leased Line for Remote Teams have different cost profiles. The right choice depends on your business size, existing infrastructure, and specific requirements. AMVIA can help you evaluate which option delivers the best value for your situation.

The AMVIA Recommendation

For remote-first businesses with 10 or more users relying on cloud tools and video conferencing, we recommend a leased line. The predictable performance eliminates the productivity drain of broadband congestion. AMVIA leased line quotes start from £200 per month — often less than the hidden cost of a single lost working day due to connectivity issues.

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