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How Fast is Broadband in Chatham and Aylesford?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Chatham and Aylesford has a median download speed of 72.3 Mbps and a median upload speed of 25.7 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 25.7 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 Chatham and Aylesford

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%39.3 Mbps
Median72.3 Mbps
Mean251.3 Mbps
Top 20%449.9 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%6.7 Mbps
Median25.7 Mbps
Mean46.9 Mbps
Top 20%68.9 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Chatham and Aylesford:

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 Chatham and Aylesford, you can expect speeds around 72.3 Mbps download and 25.7 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Chatham and Aylesford

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

99.6%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
77.6%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
95.4%
Gigabit Capable

Chatham and Aylesford has very good full fibre coverage at 77.6%. Check your postcode to see if full fibre is available at your address.

Speed Recommendations for Chatham and Aylesford

Based on the actual speeds in Chatham and Aylesford, 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 Chatham and Aylesford?

In Chatham and Aylesford, the median download speed is 72.3 Mbps and the median upload speed is 25.7 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 449.9 Mbps download and 68.9 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Chatham and Aylesford?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 77.6% of properties in Chatham and Aylesford. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 95.4% of premises.

How does Chatham and Aylesford compare for upload speeds?

Chatham and Aylesford has moderate upload speeds with a median of 25.7 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.