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How Fast is Broadband in Hayes and Harlington?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Hayes and Harlington has a median download speed of 76.8 Mbps and a median upload speed of 20.7 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 20.7 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 Hayes and Harlington

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%40.6 Mbps
Median76.8 Mbps
Mean176 Mbps
Top 20%358.6 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%16.3 Mbps
Median20.7 Mbps
Mean62.7 Mbps
Top 20%70.6 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Hayes and Harlington:

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 Hayes and Harlington, you can expect speeds around 76.8 Mbps download and 20.7 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Hayes and Harlington

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

97.9%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
85.1%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
96.1%
Gigabit Capable

Hayes and Harlington has very good full fibre coverage at 85.1%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Hayes and Harlington

Based on the actual speeds in Hayes and Harlington, 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 Hayes and Harlington?

In Hayes and Harlington, the median download speed is 76.8 Mbps and the median upload speed is 20.7 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 358.6 Mbps download and 70.6 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Hayes and Harlington?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 85.1% of properties in Hayes and Harlington. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 96.1% of premises.

How does Hayes and Harlington compare for upload speeds?

Hayes and Harlington has moderate upload speeds with a median of 20.7 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.