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How Fast is Broadband in Lewisham East?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Lewisham East has a median download speed of 63.5 Mbps and a median upload speed of 17.7 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Basic" upload speeds. The 17.7 Mbps median upload may cause issues for video conferencing and cloud backups. Consider full fibre if available.

Speed Comparison for Lewisham East

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%37.5 Mbps
Median63.5 Mbps
Mean274.2 Mbps
Top 20%778.4 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%6.4 Mbps
Median17.7 Mbps
Mean183.5 Mbps
Top 20%102.3 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Lewisham 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 Lewisham East, you can expect speeds around 63.5 Mbps download and 17.7 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Lewisham East

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

99.8%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
77.9%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
93%
Gigabit Capable

Lewisham East has very good full fibre coverage at 77.9%. Check your postcode to see if full fibre is available at your address.

Speed Recommendations for Lewisham East

Based on the actual speeds in Lewisham East, 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

May need a faster connection for optimal performance.

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 Lewisham East?

In Lewisham East, the median download speed is 63.5 Mbps and the median upload speed is 17.7 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 778.4 Mbps download and 102.3 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Lewisham East?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 77.9% of properties in Lewisham East. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 93% of premises.

How does Lewisham East compare for upload speeds?

Lewisham East has basic upload speeds with a median of 17.7 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.