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How Fast is Broadband in Gillingham and Rainham?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Gillingham and Rainham has a median download speed of 76.7 Mbps and a median upload speed of 25.4 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 25.4 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 Gillingham and Rainham

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%37.5 Mbps
Median76.7 Mbps
Mean183.3 Mbps
Top 20%349.2 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%7.7 Mbps
Median25.4 Mbps
Mean46.9 Mbps
Top 20%80.4 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Gillingham and Rainham:

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 Gillingham and Rainham, you can expect speeds around 76.7 Mbps download and 25.4 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Gillingham and Rainham

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

99.6%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
92.7%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
96.7%
Gigabit Capable

Gillingham and Rainham has excellent full fibre coverage at 92.7%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Gillingham and Rainham

Based on the actual speeds in Gillingham and Rainham, 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 Gillingham and Rainham?

In Gillingham and Rainham, the median download speed is 76.7 Mbps and the median upload speed is 25.4 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 349.2 Mbps download and 80.4 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Gillingham and Rainham?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 92.7% of properties in Gillingham and Rainham. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 96.7% of premises.

How does Gillingham and Rainham compare for upload speeds?

Gillingham and Rainham has moderate upload speeds with a median of 25.4 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.