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How Fast is Broadband in Kettering?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Kettering has a median download speed of 105.1 Mbps and a median upload speed of 28.5 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 28.5 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 Kettering

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%17.6 Mbps
Median105.1 Mbps
Mean226.5 Mbps
Top 20%412.6 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%2.9 Mbps
Median28.5 Mbps
Mean33.9 Mbps
Top 20%58.4 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 Kettering, you can expect speeds around 105.1 Mbps download and 28.5 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Kettering

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

99.5%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
94.4%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
96.8%
Gigabit Capable

Kettering has excellent full fibre coverage at 94.4%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Kettering

Based on the actual speeds in Kettering, 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 Kettering?

In Kettering, the median download speed is 105.1 Mbps and the median upload speed is 28.5 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 412.6 Mbps download and 58.4 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Kettering?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 94.4% of properties in Kettering. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 96.8% of premises.

How does Kettering compare for upload speeds?

Kettering has moderate upload speeds with a median of 28.5 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.