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How Fast is Broadband in Lowestoft?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Lowestoft has a median download speed of 147.2 Mbps and a median upload speed of 29.2 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 29.2 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 Lowestoft

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%56.5 Mbps
Median147.2 Mbps
Mean269.5 Mbps
Top 20%424 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%17.5 Mbps
Median29.2 Mbps
Mean121.1 Mbps
Top 20%98.2 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 Lowestoft, you can expect speeds around 147.2 Mbps download and 29.2 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Lowestoft

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

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

Lowestoft has excellent full fibre coverage at 96.1%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Lowestoft

Based on the actual speeds in Lowestoft, 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 Lowestoft?

In Lowestoft, the median download speed is 147.2 Mbps and the median upload speed is 29.2 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 424 Mbps download and 98.2 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Lowestoft?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 96.1% of properties in Lowestoft. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 96.1% of premises.

How does Lowestoft compare for upload speeds?

Lowestoft has moderate upload speeds with a median of 29.2 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.