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How Fast is Broadband in Brent West?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Brent West has a median download speed of 166.4 Mbps and a median upload speed of 63.1 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Very Good" upload speeds. With 63.1 Mbps median upload, residents can comfortably handle video conferencing, cloud backups, and live streaming without issues.

Speed Comparison for Brent West

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%47.7 Mbps
Median166.4 Mbps
Mean262 Mbps
Top 20%486.1 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%9.4 Mbps
Median63.1 Mbps
Mean156.8 Mbps
Top 20%361.3 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 Brent West, you can expect speeds around 166.4 Mbps download and 63.1 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Brent West

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

99%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
79.1%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
94.6%
Gigabit Capable

Brent West has very good full fibre coverage at 79.1%. Check your postcode to see if full fibre is available at your address.

Speed Recommendations for Brent West

Based on the actual speeds in Brent West, 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 Brent West?

In Brent West, the median download speed is 166.4 Mbps and the median upload speed is 63.1 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 486.1 Mbps download and 361.3 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Brent West?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 79.1% of properties in Brent West. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 94.6% of premises.

How does Brent West compare for upload speeds?

Brent West has very good upload speeds with a median of 63.1 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.