Broadband Speeds in Leeds East
Real-world broadband speed data from Q3 2025. See how Leeds East compares for both download and upload speeds.
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How Fast is Broadband in Leeds East?
Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Leeds East has a median download speed of 135.9 Mbps and a median upload speed of 27.2 Mbps.
This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 27.2 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 Leeds East
Understanding the Speed Data
The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Leeds East:
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 Leeds East, you can expect speeds around 135.9 Mbps download and 27.2 Mbps upload.
Broadband Coverage in Leeds East
Coverage statistics from Ofcom show what connection types are available in this constituency:
Leeds East has very good full fibre coverage at 89.8%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.
Speed Recommendations for Leeds East
Based on the actual speeds in Leeds East, here's what different activities require:
Video Conferencing (Zoom, Teams)
Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.
Cloud Backup & File Uploads
Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.
Online Gaming
Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.
Multiple Users (4+ devices)
Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average broadband speed in Leeds East?
In Leeds East, the median download speed is 135.9 Mbps and the median upload speed is 27.2 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 386.1 Mbps download and 74.5 Mbps upload.
Is full fibre broadband available in Leeds East?
Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 89.8% of properties in Leeds East. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 98.4% of premises.
How does Leeds East compare for upload speeds?
Leeds East has moderate upload speeds with a median of 27.2 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.