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How Fast is Broadband in Lewisham West and East Dulwich?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Lewisham West and East Dulwich has a median download speed of 91.3 Mbps and a median upload speed of 25.8 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 25.8 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 Lewisham West and East Dulwich

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%37.3 Mbps
Median91.3 Mbps
Mean174.4 Mbps
Top 20%306.4 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%10.5 Mbps
Median25.8 Mbps
Mean89 Mbps
Top 20%69.6 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Lewisham West and East Dulwich:

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 West and East Dulwich, you can expect speeds around 91.3 Mbps download and 25.8 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Lewisham West and East Dulwich

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

99.8%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
83.5%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
96.1%
Gigabit Capable

Lewisham West and East Dulwich has very good full fibre coverage at 83.5%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Lewisham West and East Dulwich

Based on the actual speeds in Lewisham West and East Dulwich, 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 Lewisham West and East Dulwich?

In Lewisham West and East Dulwich, the median download speed is 91.3 Mbps and the median upload speed is 25.8 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 306.4 Mbps download and 69.6 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Lewisham West and East Dulwich?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 83.5% of properties in Lewisham West and East Dulwich. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 96.1% of premises.

How does Lewisham West and East Dulwich compare for upload speeds?

Lewisham West and East Dulwich has moderate upload speeds with a median of 25.8 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.