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How Fast is Broadband in Colne Valley?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Colne Valley has a median download speed of 63 Mbps and a median upload speed of 17 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Basic" upload speeds. The 17 Mbps median upload may cause issues for video conferencing and cloud backups. Consider full fibre if available.

Speed Comparison for Colne Valley

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%19.9 Mbps
Median63 Mbps
Mean130.5 Mbps
Top 20%161.1 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%5.7 Mbps
Median17 Mbps
Mean38.9 Mbps
Top 20%43.3 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 Colne Valley, you can expect speeds around 63 Mbps download and 17 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Colne Valley

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

98.8%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
88.7%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
91.8%
Gigabit Capable

Colne Valley has very good full fibre coverage at 88.7%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Colne Valley

Based on the actual speeds in Colne Valley, 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 Colne Valley?

In Colne Valley, the median download speed is 63 Mbps and the median upload speed is 17 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 161.1 Mbps download and 43.3 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Colne Valley?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 88.7% of properties in Colne Valley. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 91.8% of premises.

How does Colne Valley compare for upload speeds?

Colne Valley has basic upload speeds with a median of 17 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.