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How Fast is Broadband in North West Leicestershire?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, North West Leicestershire has a median download speed of 136 Mbps and a median upload speed of 28.2 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 28.2 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 West Leicestershire

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%36.2 Mbps
Median136 Mbps
Mean183.9 Mbps
Top 20%317.5 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%9.6 Mbps
Median28.2 Mbps
Mean74 Mbps
Top 20%90.1 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 West Leicestershire, you can expect speeds around 136 Mbps download and 28.2 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in North West Leicestershire

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

99%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
81.8%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
93.9%
Gigabit Capable

North West Leicestershire has very good full fibre coverage at 81.8%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for North West Leicestershire

Based on the actual speeds in North West Leicestershire, 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 West Leicestershire?

In North West Leicestershire, the median download speed is 136 Mbps and the median upload speed is 28.2 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 317.5 Mbps download and 90.1 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in North West Leicestershire?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 81.8% of properties in North West Leicestershire. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 93.9% of premises.

How does North West Leicestershire compare for upload speeds?

North West Leicestershire has moderate upload speeds with a median of 28.2 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.