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How Fast is Broadband in Livingston?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Livingston has a median download speed of 242.7 Mbps and a median upload speed of 31.3 Mbps.

This constituency has "Excellent" download speeds and "Good" upload speeds. The 31.3 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 Livingston

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%24.2 Mbps
Median242.7 Mbps
Mean292.6 Mbps
Top 20%505.2 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%5.5 Mbps
Median31.3 Mbps
Mean89.2 Mbps
Top 20%96.6 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 Livingston, you can expect speeds around 242.7 Mbps download and 31.3 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Livingston

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

99.3%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
78.4%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
95.7%
Gigabit Capable

Livingston has very good full fibre coverage at 78.4%. Check your postcode to see if full fibre is available at your address.

Speed Recommendations for Livingston

Based on the actual speeds in Livingston, 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 Livingston?

In Livingston, the median download speed is 242.7 Mbps and the median upload speed is 31.3 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 505.2 Mbps download and 96.6 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Livingston?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 78.4% of properties in Livingston. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 95.7% of premises.

How does Livingston compare for upload speeds?

Livingston has good upload speeds with a median of 31.3 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.