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How Fast is Broadband in Hartlepool?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Hartlepool has a median download speed of 182.1 Mbps and a median upload speed of 27.4 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 27.4 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 Hartlepool

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%35.5 Mbps
Median182.1 Mbps
Mean232.4 Mbps
Top 20%395.1 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%12.2 Mbps
Median27.4 Mbps
Mean97.9 Mbps
Top 20%86.5 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Hartlepool:

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 Hartlepool, you can expect speeds around 182.1 Mbps download and 27.4 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Hartlepool

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

99%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
95.2%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
97.6%
Gigabit Capable

Hartlepool has excellent full fibre coverage at 95.2%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Hartlepool

Based on the actual speeds in Hartlepool, 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 Hartlepool?

In Hartlepool, the median download speed is 182.1 Mbps and the median upload speed is 27.4 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 395.1 Mbps download and 86.5 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Hartlepool?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 95.2% of properties in Hartlepool. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 97.6% of premises.

How does Hartlepool compare for upload speeds?

Hartlepool has moderate upload speeds with a median of 27.4 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.