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How Fast is Broadband in Earley and Woodley?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Earley and Woodley has a median download speed of 225.2 Mbps and a median upload speed of 54.9 Mbps.

This constituency has "Excellent" download speeds and "Very Good" upload speeds. With 54.9 Mbps median upload, residents can comfortably handle video conferencing, cloud backups, and live streaming without issues.

Speed Comparison for Earley and Woodley

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%56.8 Mbps
Median225.2 Mbps
Mean355.9 Mbps
Top 20%720.4 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%18.3 Mbps
Median54.9 Mbps
Mean204.5 Mbps
Top 20%434.9 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Earley and Woodley:

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 Earley and Woodley, you can expect speeds around 225.2 Mbps download and 54.9 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Earley and Woodley

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

99.6%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
92%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
96.5%
Gigabit Capable

Earley and Woodley has excellent full fibre coverage at 92%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Earley and Woodley

Based on the actual speeds in Earley and Woodley, 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 Earley and Woodley?

In Earley and Woodley, the median download speed is 225.2 Mbps and the median upload speed is 54.9 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 720.4 Mbps download and 434.9 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Earley and Woodley?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 92% of properties in Earley and Woodley. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 96.5% of premises.

How does Earley and Woodley compare for upload speeds?

Earley and Woodley has very good upload speeds with a median of 54.9 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.