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How Fast is Broadband in Dewsbury and Batley?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Dewsbury and Batley has a median download speed of 150.8 Mbps and a median upload speed of 31.8 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Good" upload speeds. The 31.8 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 Dewsbury and Batley

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%69.5 Mbps
Median150.8 Mbps
Mean244.1 Mbps
Top 20%366.4 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%10.7 Mbps
Median31.8 Mbps
Mean146.2 Mbps
Top 20%268 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Dewsbury and Batley:

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 Dewsbury and Batley, you can expect speeds around 150.8 Mbps download and 31.8 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Dewsbury and Batley

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

99.5%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
91.3%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
95.6%
Gigabit Capable

Dewsbury and Batley has excellent full fibre coverage at 91.3%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Dewsbury and Batley

Based on the actual speeds in Dewsbury and Batley, 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 Dewsbury and Batley?

In Dewsbury and Batley, the median download speed is 150.8 Mbps and the median upload speed is 31.8 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 366.4 Mbps download and 268 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Dewsbury and Batley?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 91.3% of properties in Dewsbury and Batley. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 95.6% of premises.

How does Dewsbury and Batley compare for upload speeds?

Dewsbury and Batley has good upload speeds with a median of 31.8 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.