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How Fast is Broadband in Bermondsey and Old Southwark?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Bermondsey and Old Southwark has a median download speed of 155.1 Mbps and a median upload speed of 127.6 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Excellent" upload speeds. With 127.6 Mbps median upload, residents can comfortably handle video conferencing, cloud backups, and live streaming without issues.

Speed Comparison for Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%36.5 Mbps
Median155.1 Mbps
Mean212.6 Mbps
Top 20%388.4 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%5.2 Mbps
Median127.6 Mbps
Mean170.6 Mbps
Top 20%392.8 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Bermondsey and Old Southwark:

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 Bermondsey and Old Southwark, you can expect speeds around 155.1 Mbps download and 127.6 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Bermondsey and Old Southwark

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

97.6%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
87.1%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
93.1%
Gigabit Capable

Bermondsey and Old Southwark has very good full fibre coverage at 87.1%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Based on the actual speeds in Bermondsey and Old Southwark, 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

Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average broadband speed in Bermondsey and Old Southwark?

In Bermondsey and Old Southwark, the median download speed is 155.1 Mbps and the median upload speed is 127.6 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 388.4 Mbps download and 392.8 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Bermondsey and Old Southwark?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 87.1% of properties in Bermondsey and Old Southwark. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 93.1% of premises.

How does Bermondsey and Old Southwark compare for upload speeds?

Bermondsey and Old Southwark has excellent upload speeds with a median of 127.6 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.