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How Fast is Broadband in Islington South and Finsbury?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Islington South and Finsbury has a median download speed of 67.5 Mbps and a median upload speed of 46 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Good" upload speeds. The 46 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 Islington South and Finsbury

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%47.5 Mbps
Median67.5 Mbps
Mean510.4 Mbps
Top 20%201.6 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%14.2 Mbps
Median46 Mbps
Mean241 Mbps
Top 20%211 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 Islington South and Finsbury, you can expect speeds around 67.5 Mbps download and 46 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Islington South and Finsbury

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

97.8%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
79.2%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
91.7%
Gigabit Capable

Islington South and Finsbury has very good full fibre coverage at 79.2%. Check your postcode to see if full fibre is available at your address.

Speed Recommendations for Islington South and Finsbury

Based on the actual speeds in Islington South and Finsbury, 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 Islington South and Finsbury?

In Islington South and Finsbury, the median download speed is 67.5 Mbps and the median upload speed is 46 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 201.6 Mbps download and 211 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Islington South and Finsbury?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 79.2% of properties in Islington South and Finsbury. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 91.7% of premises.

How does Islington South and Finsbury compare for upload speeds?

Islington South and Finsbury has good upload speeds with a median of 46 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.