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How Fast is Broadband in Dartford?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Dartford has a median download speed of 106.6 Mbps and a median upload speed of 22.3 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 22.3 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 Dartford

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%37.2 Mbps
Median106.6 Mbps
Mean230 Mbps
Top 20%459.7 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%8.8 Mbps
Median22.3 Mbps
Mean89.9 Mbps
Top 20%101 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 Dartford, you can expect speeds around 106.6 Mbps download and 22.3 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Dartford

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

98.6%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
77.5%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
87.8%
Gigabit Capable

Dartford has very good full fibre coverage at 77.5%. Check your postcode to see if full fibre is available at your address.

Speed Recommendations for Dartford

Based on the actual speeds in Dartford, 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 Dartford?

In Dartford, the median download speed is 106.6 Mbps and the median upload speed is 22.3 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 459.7 Mbps download and 101 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Dartford?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 77.5% of properties in Dartford. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 87.8% of premises.

How does Dartford compare for upload speeds?

Dartford has moderate upload speeds with a median of 22.3 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.