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How Fast is Broadband in Doncaster Central?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Doncaster Central has a median download speed of 147.4 Mbps and a median upload speed of 59.5 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Very Good" upload speeds. With 59.5 Mbps median upload, residents can comfortably handle video conferencing, cloud backups, and live streaming without issues.

Speed Comparison for Doncaster Central

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%60.1 Mbps
Median147.4 Mbps
Mean369.9 Mbps
Top 20%449.1 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%18.9 Mbps
Median59.5 Mbps
Mean175.5 Mbps
Top 20%236.5 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 Doncaster Central, you can expect speeds around 147.4 Mbps download and 59.5 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Doncaster Central

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

99.5%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
95.8%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
97.1%
Gigabit Capable

Doncaster Central has excellent full fibre coverage at 95.8%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Doncaster Central

Based on the actual speeds in Doncaster Central, 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 Doncaster Central?

In Doncaster Central, the median download speed is 147.4 Mbps and the median upload speed is 59.5 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 449.1 Mbps download and 236.5 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Doncaster Central?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 95.8% of properties in Doncaster Central. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 97.1% of premises.

How does Doncaster Central compare for upload speeds?

Doncaster Central has very good upload speeds with a median of 59.5 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.