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How Fast is Broadband in Chippenham?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Chippenham has a median download speed of 111.7 Mbps and a median upload speed of 34 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Good" upload speeds. The 34 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 Chippenham

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%47.4 Mbps
Median111.7 Mbps
Mean220.7 Mbps
Top 20%332.2 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%8.5 Mbps
Median34 Mbps
Mean79.8 Mbps
Top 20%68.1 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 Chippenham, you can expect speeds around 111.7 Mbps download and 34 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Chippenham

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

98.7%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
85.8%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
87.2%
Gigabit Capable

Chippenham has very good full fibre coverage at 85.8%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Chippenham

Based on the actual speeds in Chippenham, 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 Chippenham?

In Chippenham, the median download speed is 111.7 Mbps and the median upload speed is 34 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 332.2 Mbps download and 68.1 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Chippenham?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 85.8% of properties in Chippenham. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 87.2% of premises.

How does Chippenham compare for upload speeds?

Chippenham has good upload speeds with a median of 34 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.