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How Fast is Broadband in Bexleyheath and Crayford?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Bexleyheath and Crayford has a median download speed of 172.6 Mbps and a median upload speed of 30.5 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Good" upload speeds. The 30.5 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 Bexleyheath and Crayford

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%41.8 Mbps
Median172.6 Mbps
Mean228.4 Mbps
Top 20%376.6 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%9.3 Mbps
Median30.5 Mbps
Mean71.5 Mbps
Top 20%80.5 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Bexleyheath and Crayford:

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 Bexleyheath and Crayford, you can expect speeds around 172.6 Mbps download and 30.5 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Bexleyheath and Crayford

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

99.2%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
91.2%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
95.9%
Gigabit Capable

Bexleyheath and Crayford has excellent full fibre coverage at 91.2%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Bexleyheath and Crayford

Based on the actual speeds in Bexleyheath and Crayford, 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 Bexleyheath and Crayford?

In Bexleyheath and Crayford, the median download speed is 172.6 Mbps and the median upload speed is 30.5 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 376.6 Mbps download and 80.5 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Bexleyheath and Crayford?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 91.2% of properties in Bexleyheath and Crayford. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 95.9% of premises.

How does Bexleyheath and Crayford compare for upload speeds?

Bexleyheath and Crayford has good upload speeds with a median of 30.5 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.