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How Fast is Broadband in Harborough, Oadby and Wigston?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Harborough, Oadby and Wigston has a median download speed of 72.8 Mbps and a median upload speed of 17.5 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Basic" upload speeds. The 17.5 Mbps median upload may cause issues for video conferencing and cloud backups. Consider full fibre if available.

Speed Comparison for Harborough, Oadby and Wigston

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%23.3 Mbps
Median72.8 Mbps
Mean169.3 Mbps
Top 20%337 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%6 Mbps
Median17.5 Mbps
Mean48.2 Mbps
Top 20%69.7 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Harborough, Oadby and Wigston:

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 Harborough, Oadby and Wigston, you can expect speeds around 72.8 Mbps download and 17.5 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Harborough, Oadby and Wigston

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

99.5%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
88.6%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
94.9%
Gigabit Capable

Harborough, Oadby and Wigston has very good full fibre coverage at 88.6%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Harborough, Oadby and Wigston

Based on the actual speeds in Harborough, Oadby and Wigston, 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

May need a faster connection for optimal performance.

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 Harborough, Oadby and Wigston?

In Harborough, Oadby and Wigston, the median download speed is 72.8 Mbps and the median upload speed is 17.5 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 337 Mbps download and 69.7 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Harborough, Oadby and Wigston?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 88.6% of properties in Harborough, Oadby and Wigston. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 94.9% of premises.

How does Harborough, Oadby and Wigston compare for upload speeds?

Harborough, Oadby and Wigston has basic upload speeds with a median of 17.5 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.