Broadband Speeds in Bolton North East
Real-world broadband speed data from Q3 2025. See how Bolton North East compares for both download and upload speeds.
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How Fast is Broadband in Bolton North East?
Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Bolton North East has a median download speed of 104.7 Mbps and a median upload speed of 25.6 Mbps.
This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 25.6 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 Bolton North East
Understanding the Speed Data
The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Bolton North East:
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 Bolton North East, you can expect speeds around 104.7 Mbps download and 25.6 Mbps upload.
Broadband Coverage in Bolton North East
Coverage statistics from Ofcom show what connection types are available in this constituency:
Bolton North East has very good full fibre coverage at 84.6%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.
Speed Recommendations for Bolton North East
Based on the actual speeds in Bolton North East, here's what different activities require:
Video Conferencing (Zoom, Teams)
Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.
Cloud Backup & File Uploads
Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.
Online Gaming
Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.
Multiple Users (4+ devices)
Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average broadband speed in Bolton North East?
In Bolton North East, the median download speed is 104.7 Mbps and the median upload speed is 25.6 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 359.9 Mbps download and 54.8 Mbps upload.
Is full fibre broadband available in Bolton North East?
Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 84.6% of properties in Bolton North East. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 97.2% of premises.
How does Bolton North East compare for upload speeds?
Bolton North East has moderate upload speeds with a median of 25.6 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.