What does a leased line actually cost?Honest ranges, no surprises.
Leased line pricing depends on the bearer (100Mbps to 10Gbps), the postcode, the install distance, and the contract length. Here's how to think about it for your business — and what it would actually cost.
Why leased line pricing varies so much.
Leased lines are dedicated, symmetric connections — not shared with anyone, with contractual uptime SLAs and guaranteed bandwidth. Because they're physically dedicated, the cost depends on the bearer (the maximum supported speed), the bandwidth you're actually committing to today, the install distance from the nearest fibre cabinet, and the contract length. A 100Mbps line in central Birmingham costs a different amount than 1Gbps in a rural Worcestershire industrial estate — and quoting a single number for both would mislead either buyer.
Indicative leased line ranges.
These are typical UK starting points. Actual quotes depend on postcode, bearer size, install run, and contract length.
100Mbps symmetric
From £350/month · 1Gbps bearer, 100Mbps committed
Small but mission-critical operation — accountants, professional services
200Mbps symmetric
From £450/month · 1Gbps bearer
Most SMBs needing reliability over speed
500Mbps symmetric
From £650/month · 1Gbps bearer
Mid-size businesses, heavy cloud, multi-tenant offices
1Gbps symmetric
From £850/month · 1Gbps or 10Gbps bearer
Larger operations, data-intensive workflows, multi-site connectivity
10Gbps
POA · 10Gbps bearer
Enterprise, data centres, large multi-site groups
All ranges include standard SLAs (typically 99.95%+ uptime, 4-hour restoration target). Contract lengths typically 36 months to amortise install costs.
Six factors that shape your quote.
Why a quote that fits is more useful than a quote that's the cheapest.
Postcode and install distance
Leased line install costs depend on how far you are from the nearest fibre cabinet. Central business districts are cheaper than rural industrial estates. A 50m install costs a fraction of a 500m install.
Bearer and committed bandwidth
The bearer is the maximum supported speed (often 1Gbps or 10Gbps); the committed bandwidth is what you actually pay for today. Bearers are upgradable in software, so it can be smart to over-spec the bearer and start with a smaller commitment.
Contract length
Most leased line contracts are 36 months. Shorter terms (24 or 12) come at a premium because the install cost is amortised over fewer months.
SLAs and restoration
Standard business SLAs are 99.95% uptime with 4-hour restoration target. Premium SLAs (99.99%, 1-hour restoration) cost more.
Install complexity
Most installs are straightforward. Some need new ducting, road dig, wayleaves or multiple tenancies — these add to the install cost. We survey before quoting.
Bundled services
Bundling phones, failover or managed router with the leased line typically reduces the total monthly bill versus separate contracts.
What to look for beyond the headline price.
Leased line wholesale pricing is broadly consistent across providers — most resell Openreach, Cityfibre, BT Wholesale or Virgin Media Business circuits. The real differences between leased line providers are contract terms, support quality, the install survey process, and how clearly they explain SLAs.
Migrating from your current leased line.
Leased line migrations are more involved than broadband switches — there's usually a new physical install required. The best approach is to start the new line install 2-3 months before your existing contract ends, run them in parallel during the transition, then cancel the old line. We handle the survey, install coordination and cutover.
What you actually get from Telexico.
Honest about scope. No aggressive sales tactics, no surprise renewal jumps, no tier-1 call-centre triage. Real UK engineers, transparent pricing, one provider relationship across the stack.
UK-based provider
Wolverhampton-headquartered. Engineers cover the West Midlands daily; UK-wide install via our partner network. Real UK engineer support, UK data residency, UK contractual relationship — not US-routed SaaS.
Real engineer support
When you call Telexico, you reach someone who can actually fix things. Response SLA backed by real engineering capacity rather than call-centre headcount. Named account manager for ongoing customers.
Free infrastructure review
Every engagement starts with a no-obligation audit of your current setup. Honest recommendation — sometimes that's "stay with your current provider after negotiation." We'd rather be honest than oversell.
Transparent pricing
What you sign for is what you pay — including renewal. No teaser pricing that jumps 30-100% at year two. No mid-contract CPI shock. Predictable multi-year cost from day one.
One provider, one platform
Broadband, hosted VoIP, business WiFi, AI Receptionist, 4G/5G failover, CCTV consolidated onto one Telexico relationship. Single bill, single support number, single engineer when something needs attention.
Migration project-managed
Switching to Telexico isn't DIY. We handle contract audit, notice timing, ordering, parallel running, cutover, old-provider close-out. Customer-visible disruption typically measured in minutes.
Simpler telecoms. Fewer suppliers. Real support.
Send us your current setup. We'll show you where we can simplify, consolidate or reduce cost — no rigid pricing, no hard sell.
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Frequently asked questions
Are leased lines worth it for my business?
Leased lines make sense for businesses where downtime has a real financial cost (payment processing, real-time operations, customer-facing service) or where you have high upload requirements (creative agencies, data backup, hosted services). For most office-based SMBs, premium FTTP with 4G/5G failover is more cost-effective. We help you decide honestly.
How long does a leased line install take?
Typically 60-90 working days from order to live. Some installs are faster (existing fibre to the building) and some slower (new ducting, road dig, wayleaves). The survey gives us a firm timeline.
What does 'symmetric' mean and why does it matter?
Symmetric means upload and download speeds are the same. Standard FTTP is asymmetric (e.g. 500/75Mbps download/upload). Leased lines are typically 100/100, 500/500, 1000/1000 — critical for hosted services, large uploads, video conferencing and cloud backups.
Can I upgrade speed mid-contract?
Yes — if the bearer supports it (e.g. a 1Gbps bearer can software-upgrade from 100 to 1000Mbps in days). This is why over-spec'ing the bearer and starting with a smaller commitment is often the smartest move.
What if I'm a new business and don't have current leased line costs to compare?
Even better — we tailor the right circuit from day one with no migration complexity. Tell us what you're building, where, and we'll spec the right bearer + committed bandwidth for where you are now and where you're heading.
Do you offer leased line SLAs and how strict are they?
Standard SLAs include contractual restoration windows (typically within 4 working hours), measured uptime (99.95% target), and service credits for missed SLAs. Specific contractual terms are agreed at signup based on what matters to your business.
Is dedicated bandwidth really better than premium FTTP?
It depends. Dedicated bandwidth means you never share with neighbours, you get guaranteed upload speeds, and you have contractual restoration SLAs. Premium FTTP is faster and cheaper but doesn't have those guarantees. Honest answer: for most SMBs, FTTP + failover is the right call. For businesses that can't afford downtime, leased lines pay back.
Want a proper quote for your business?
Cost ranges only get you so far. Send us what you actually need — users, sites, current setup — and we'll quote against your specific operation. No hard sell, no fixed-package pressure.