"How much should we be paying for our internet?" is a question I get asked constantly, and the honest CFO answer is: it depends on what you actually need. But that is not very helpful when you are trying to budget, so let me give you some real ranges and explain what drives the numbers.
What you are actually paying for
The monthly price reflects a combination of:
- Connection type - full fibre (FTTP), FTTC or a dedicated leased line
- Speed, especially the upload speed
- The SLA - guaranteed uptime and fix times cost more
- Resilience - adding failover or multiple lines
- Extras like static IPs and managed routers
Rough UK price guide
These are indicative monthly figures to help you budget - always get a quote for your specific address:
| Connection | Typical monthly cost | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Business full fibre broadband | Low tens of pounds upward | Small teams, general office use |
| Premium / symmetric fibre | Higher tens of pounds | Cloud-heavy small businesses |
| Entry-level leased line | A couple of hundred pounds | Businesses where uptime is critical |
| Higher-bandwidth leased line | Several hundred pounds+ | Larger teams, multi-site, heavy cloud |
Leased lines may also carry a one-off install cost, though this is often waived on longer contracts.
The mistake that costs more than the bill
The biggest budgeting error I see is buying purely on headline price. A cheap line that drops regularly and takes days to fix is far more expensive than it looks once you add up lost productivity, missed calls and frustrated staff. I always frame connectivity as total cost of ownership - and resilience is part of that. See why your business needs failover.
How to keep costs sensible
- Right-size it. Don't over-buy bandwidth you'll never use, but don't starve a cloud-dependent team either. Our business broadband guide helps.
- Bundle sensibly. Combining connectivity, telephony and support with one provider often reduces cost and hassle.
- Watch end-of-term price jumps. Diarise renewal dates.
Get a quote built around your needs
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Frequently asked questions
How much does business broadband cost in the UK?
Business full fibre often starts in the low tens of pounds per month, while leased lines typically run from a couple of hundred pounds upward depending on speed and location.
What affects the price of business internet?
Connection type, speed (especially upload), the strength of the SLA, resilience options like failover and extras such as static IPs all affect the cost.
Is the cheapest broadband the best value?
Not usually. A cheap line that drops and is slow to fix costs more in lost productivity. Consider total cost of ownership, including reliability.
