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How Fast is Broadband in Newry and Armagh?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Newry and Armagh has a median download speed of 127.7 Mbps and a median upload speed of 28 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 28 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 Newry and Armagh

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%49.8 Mbps
Median127.7 Mbps
Mean172.9 Mbps
Top 20%325.9 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%9.5 Mbps
Median28 Mbps
Mean65.6 Mbps
Top 20%82.7 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Newry and Armagh:

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 Newry and Armagh, you can expect speeds around 127.7 Mbps download and 28 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Newry and Armagh

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

98.4%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
95.5%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
95.5%
Gigabit Capable

Newry and Armagh has excellent full fibre coverage at 95.5%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Newry and Armagh

Based on the actual speeds in Newry and Armagh, 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 Newry and Armagh?

In Newry and Armagh, the median download speed is 127.7 Mbps and the median upload speed is 28 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 325.9 Mbps download and 82.7 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Newry and Armagh?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 95.5% of properties in Newry and Armagh. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 95.5% of premises.

How does Newry and Armagh compare for upload speeds?

Newry and Armagh has moderate upload speeds with a median of 28 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.