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How Fast is Broadband in Melton and Syston?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Melton and Syston has a median download speed of 102.4 Mbps and a median upload speed of 24.9 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 24.9 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 Melton and Syston

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%36.8 Mbps
Median102.4 Mbps
Mean214.9 Mbps
Top 20%387.7 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%8.4 Mbps
Median24.9 Mbps
Mean56.9 Mbps
Top 20%69.5 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Melton and Syston:

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 Melton and Syston, you can expect speeds around 102.4 Mbps download and 24.9 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Melton and Syston

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

98.1%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
75.2%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
84.5%
Gigabit Capable

Melton and Syston has very good full fibre coverage at 75.2%. Check your postcode to see if full fibre is available at your address.

Speed Recommendations for Melton and Syston

Based on the actual speeds in Melton and Syston, 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 Melton and Syston?

In Melton and Syston, the median download speed is 102.4 Mbps and the median upload speed is 24.9 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 387.7 Mbps download and 69.5 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Melton and Syston?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 75.2% of properties in Melton and Syston. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 84.5% of premises.

How does Melton and Syston compare for upload speeds?

Melton and Syston has moderate upload speeds with a median of 24.9 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.