Broadband Speeds in Manchester Withington
Real-world broadband speed data from Q3 2025. See how Manchester Withington compares for both download and upload speeds.
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How Fast is Broadband in Manchester Withington?
Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Manchester Withington has a median download speed of 172.4 Mbps and a median upload speed of 47.9 Mbps.
This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Good" upload speeds. The 47.9 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 Manchester Withington
Understanding the Speed Data
The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Manchester Withington:
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 Manchester Withington, you can expect speeds around 172.4 Mbps download and 47.9 Mbps upload.
Broadband Coverage in Manchester Withington
Coverage statistics from Ofcom show what connection types are available in this constituency:
Manchester Withington has excellent full fibre coverage at 95.2%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.
Speed Recommendations for Manchester Withington
Based on the actual speeds in Manchester Withington, 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 Manchester Withington?
In Manchester Withington, the median download speed is 172.4 Mbps and the median upload speed is 47.9 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 522.1 Mbps download and 112.6 Mbps upload.
Is full fibre broadband available in Manchester Withington?
Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 95.2% of properties in Manchester Withington. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 98.3% of premises.
How does Manchester Withington compare for upload speeds?
Manchester Withington has good upload speeds with a median of 47.9 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.