Broadband Speeds in Edinburgh South West
Real-world broadband speed data from Q3 2025. See how Edinburgh South West compares for both download and upload speeds.
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How Fast is Broadband in Edinburgh South West?
Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Edinburgh South West has a median download speed of 183.7 Mbps and a median upload speed of 33.6 Mbps.
This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Good" upload speeds. The 33.6 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 Edinburgh South West
Understanding the Speed Data
The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Edinburgh South West:
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 Edinburgh South West, you can expect speeds around 183.7 Mbps download and 33.6 Mbps upload.
Broadband Coverage in Edinburgh South West
Coverage statistics from Ofcom show what connection types are available in this constituency:
Edinburgh South West has very good full fibre coverage at 89.3%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.
Speed Recommendations for Edinburgh South West
Based on the actual speeds in Edinburgh South West, here's what different activities require:
Video Conferencing (Zoom, Teams)
Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.
Cloud Backup & File Uploads
Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.
Online Gaming
Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.
Multiple Users (4+ devices)
Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average broadband speed in Edinburgh South West?
In Edinburgh South West, the median download speed is 183.7 Mbps and the median upload speed is 33.6 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 289.2 Mbps download and 120.5 Mbps upload.
Is full fibre broadband available in Edinburgh South West?
Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 89.3% of properties in Edinburgh South West. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 97.4% of premises.
How does Edinburgh South West compare for upload speeds?
Edinburgh South West has good upload speeds with a median of 33.6 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.