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How Fast is Broadband in Aberafan Maesteg?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Aberafan Maesteg has a median download speed of 81 Mbps and a median upload speed of 24.3 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 24.3 Mbps median upload is adequate for most home working and video call needs, though heavy uploaders may want to seek full fibre connections.

Speed Comparison for Aberafan Maesteg

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%45.1 Mbps
Median81 Mbps
Mean201.1 Mbps
Top 20%376.3 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%14.7 Mbps
Median24.3 Mbps
Mean37.5 Mbps
Top 20%63.2 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Aberafan Maesteg:

What the Numbers Mean

  • Bottom 20%: Slowest fifth of connections
  • Median: Typical speed (50% faster, 50% slower)
  • Mean: Mathematical average
  • Top 20%: Fastest fifth of connections

Why Median Matters Most

The median is the most reliable measure of typical performance. Unlike the mean, it isn't skewed by extremely fast or slow connections. If you move to Aberafan Maesteg, you can expect speeds around 81 Mbps download and 24.3 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Aberafan Maesteg

Coverage statistics from Ofcom show what connection types are available in this constituency:

99.2%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
88%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
92.4%
Gigabit Capable

Aberafan Maesteg has very good full fibre coverage at 88%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Aberafan Maesteg

Based on the actual speeds in Aberafan Maesteg, here's what different activities require:

Video Conferencing (Zoom, Teams)

Download needed: 10-25 Mbps
Upload needed: 5-10 Mbps

Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.

Cloud Backup & File Uploads

Download needed: 10+ Mbps
Upload needed: 20+ Mbps

Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.

Online Gaming

Download needed: 25-50 Mbps
Upload needed: 5-10 Mbps

Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.

Multiple Users (4+ devices)

Download needed: 100+ Mbps
Upload needed: 20+ Mbps

May need a faster connection for optimal performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average broadband speed in Aberafan Maesteg?

In Aberafan Maesteg, the median download speed is 81 Mbps and the median upload speed is 24.3 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 376.3 Mbps download and 63.2 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Aberafan Maesteg?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 88% of properties in Aberafan Maesteg. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 92.4% of premises.

How does Aberafan Maesteg compare for upload speeds?

Aberafan Maesteg has moderate upload speeds with a median of 24.3 Mbps. This is important for video calls, cloud backups, and working from home.

About This Data

Speed data is sourced from ThinkBroadband (Q3 2025 measurements). Coverage data from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025. Actual speeds at your address may vary based on connection type, provider, and network conditions.