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How Fast is Broadband in Ilford South?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Ilford South has a median download speed of 97.3 Mbps and a median upload speed of 84.6 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Very Good" upload speeds. With 84.6 Mbps median upload, residents can comfortably handle video conferencing, cloud backups, and live streaming without issues.

Speed Comparison for Ilford South

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%67.1 Mbps
Median97.3 Mbps
Mean117.2 Mbps
Top 20%169.7 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%17.9 Mbps
Median84.6 Mbps
Mean94 Mbps
Top 20%191.4 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 Ilford South, you can expect speeds around 97.3 Mbps download and 84.6 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Ilford South

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

99.3%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
89%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
95.8%
Gigabit Capable

Ilford South has very good full fibre coverage at 89%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Ilford South

Based on the actual speeds in Ilford South, 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 Ilford South?

In Ilford South, the median download speed is 97.3 Mbps and the median upload speed is 84.6 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 169.7 Mbps download and 191.4 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Ilford South?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 89% of properties in Ilford South. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 95.8% of premises.

How does Ilford South compare for upload speeds?

Ilford South has very good upload speeds with a median of 84.6 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.