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How Fast is Broadband in Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard has a median download speed of 99 Mbps and a median upload speed of 23.9 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 23.9 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 Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%34.6 Mbps
Median99 Mbps
Mean226.4 Mbps
Top 20%379.2 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%7.9 Mbps
Median23.9 Mbps
Mean48.2 Mbps
Top 20%67.8 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard:

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 Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard, you can expect speeds around 99 Mbps download and 23.9 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard

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

99.4%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
74%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
90.8%
Gigabit Capable

Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard has good full fibre coverage at 74%. Check your postcode to see if full fibre is available at your address.

Speed Recommendations for Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard

Based on the actual speeds in Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard, 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

May need a faster connection for optimal performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average broadband speed in Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard?

In Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard, the median download speed is 99 Mbps and the median upload speed is 23.9 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 379.2 Mbps download and 67.8 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 74% of properties in Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 90.8% of premises.

How does Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard compare for upload speeds?

Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard has moderate upload speeds with a median of 23.9 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.