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How Fast is Broadband in Hereford and South Herefordshire?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Hereford and South Herefordshire has a median download speed of 74.3 Mbps and a median upload speed of 18.7 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Basic" upload speeds. The 18.7 Mbps median upload may cause issues for video conferencing and cloud backups. Consider full fibre if available.

Speed Comparison for Hereford and South Herefordshire

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%31 Mbps
Median74.3 Mbps
Mean182.1 Mbps
Top 20%276.2 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%5.3 Mbps
Median18.7 Mbps
Mean81 Mbps
Top 20%76.6 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Hereford and South Herefordshire:

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 Hereford and South Herefordshire, you can expect speeds around 74.3 Mbps download and 18.7 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Hereford and South Herefordshire

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

97.4%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
89.6%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
89.6%
Gigabit Capable

Hereford and South Herefordshire has very good full fibre coverage at 89.6%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Hereford and South Herefordshire

Based on the actual speeds in Hereford and South Herefordshire, 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 Hereford and South Herefordshire?

In Hereford and South Herefordshire, the median download speed is 74.3 Mbps and the median upload speed is 18.7 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 276.2 Mbps download and 76.6 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Hereford and South Herefordshire?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 89.6% of properties in Hereford and South Herefordshire. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 89.6% of premises.

How does Hereford and South Herefordshire compare for upload speeds?

Hereford and South Herefordshire has basic upload speeds with a median of 18.7 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.