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How Fast is Broadband in North Antrim?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, North Antrim has a median download speed of 137.3 Mbps and a median upload speed of 30.8 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Good" upload speeds. The 30.8 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 North Antrim

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%35.5 Mbps
Median137.3 Mbps
Mean171.5 Mbps
Top 20%304.9 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%10.7 Mbps
Median30.8 Mbps
Mean33.3 Mbps
Top 20%50.7 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 North Antrim, you can expect speeds around 137.3 Mbps download and 30.8 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in North Antrim

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

98.8%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
96.9%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
96.9%
Gigabit Capable

North Antrim has excellent full fibre coverage at 96.9%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for North Antrim

Based on the actual speeds in North Antrim, 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 North Antrim?

In North Antrim, the median download speed is 137.3 Mbps and the median upload speed is 30.8 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 304.9 Mbps download and 50.7 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in North Antrim?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 96.9% of properties in North Antrim. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 96.9% of premises.

How does North Antrim compare for upload speeds?

North Antrim has good upload speeds with a median of 30.8 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.