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How Fast is Broadband in Heywood and Middleton North?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Heywood and Middleton North has a median download speed of 134.8 Mbps and a median upload speed of 32.5 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Good" upload speeds. The 32.5 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 Heywood and Middleton North

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%37.8 Mbps
Median134.8 Mbps
Mean245.3 Mbps
Top 20%452.3 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%11.5 Mbps
Median32.5 Mbps
Mean97.9 Mbps
Top 20%91.5 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Heywood and Middleton North:

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 Heywood and Middleton North, you can expect speeds around 134.8 Mbps download and 32.5 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Heywood and Middleton North

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

99.3%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
88.1%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
94%
Gigabit Capable

Heywood and Middleton North has very good full fibre coverage at 88.1%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Heywood and Middleton North

Based on the actual speeds in Heywood and Middleton North, 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 Heywood and Middleton North?

In Heywood and Middleton North, the median download speed is 134.8 Mbps and the median upload speed is 32.5 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 452.3 Mbps download and 91.5 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Heywood and Middleton North?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 88.1% of properties in Heywood and Middleton North. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 94% of premises.

How does Heywood and Middleton North compare for upload speeds?

Heywood and Middleton North has good upload speeds with a median of 32.5 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.