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How Fast is Broadband in Braintree?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Braintree has a median download speed of 93.2 Mbps and a median upload speed of 23.6 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 23.6 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 Braintree

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%38 Mbps
Median93.2 Mbps
Mean155.8 Mbps
Top 20%210.2 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%8.5 Mbps
Median23.6 Mbps
Mean48.5 Mbps
Top 20%66.8 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 Braintree, you can expect speeds around 93.2 Mbps download and 23.6 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Braintree

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

99%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
92.2%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
92.2%
Gigabit Capable

Braintree has excellent full fibre coverage at 92.2%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Braintree

Based on the actual speeds in Braintree, 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 Braintree?

In Braintree, the median download speed is 93.2 Mbps and the median upload speed is 23.6 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 210.2 Mbps download and 66.8 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Braintree?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 92.2% of properties in Braintree. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 92.2% of premises.

How does Braintree compare for upload speeds?

Braintree has moderate upload speeds with a median of 23.6 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.