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How Fast is Broadband in Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket has a median download speed of 71.2 Mbps and a median upload speed of 19.7 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Basic" upload speeds. The 19.7 Mbps median upload may cause issues for video conferencing and cloud backups. Consider full fibre if available.

Speed Comparison for Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%35.7 Mbps
Median71.2 Mbps
Mean122.4 Mbps
Top 20%170.4 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%9.7 Mbps
Median19.7 Mbps
Mean57.8 Mbps
Top 20%59.4 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket:

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 Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket, you can expect speeds around 71.2 Mbps download and 19.7 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket

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

99%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
82.4%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
82.4%
Gigabit Capable

Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket has very good full fibre coverage at 82.4%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket

Based on the actual speeds in Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket, 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

May need a faster connection for optimal performance.

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 Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket?

In Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket, the median download speed is 71.2 Mbps and the median upload speed is 19.7 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 170.4 Mbps download and 59.4 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 82.4% of properties in Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 82.4% of premises.

How does Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket compare for upload speeds?

Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket has basic upload speeds with a median of 19.7 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.