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How Fast is Broadband in Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland has a median download speed of 64.8 Mbps and a median upload speed of 16.1 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Basic" upload speeds. The 16.1 Mbps median upload may cause issues for video conferencing and cloud backups. Consider full fibre if available.

Speed Comparison for Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%28.4 Mbps
Median64.8 Mbps
Mean124.1 Mbps
Top 20%194 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%3.8 Mbps
Median16.1 Mbps
Mean40.3 Mbps
Top 20%35 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland:

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 Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland, you can expect speeds around 64.8 Mbps download and 16.1 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland

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

98.2%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
27.1%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
89.3%
Gigabit Capable

Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland has limited full fibre coverage at 27.1%. Full fibre is still being rolled out. Many residents rely on part-fibre (FTTC) connections.

Speed Recommendations for Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland

Based on the actual speeds in Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland, 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

May need a faster connection for optimal performance.

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 Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland?

In Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland, the median download speed is 64.8 Mbps and the median upload speed is 16.1 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 194 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 27.1% of properties in Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 89.3% of premises.

How does Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland compare for upload speeds?

Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland has basic upload speeds with a median of 16.1 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.