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How Fast is Broadband in Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton has a median download speed of 209.1 Mbps and a median upload speed of 31.8 Mbps.

This constituency has "Excellent" download speeds and "Good" upload speeds. The 31.8 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 Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%38.3 Mbps
Median209.1 Mbps
Mean272.7 Mbps
Top 20%419.7 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%9.1 Mbps
Median31.8 Mbps
Mean87.7 Mbps
Top 20%68.3 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton:

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 Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton, you can expect speeds around 209.1 Mbps download and 31.8 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton

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

99.9%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
91.7%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
97.8%
Gigabit Capable

Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton has excellent full fibre coverage at 91.7%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton

Based on the actual speeds in Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton, 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 Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton?

In Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton, the median download speed is 209.1 Mbps and the median upload speed is 31.8 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 419.7 Mbps download and 68.3 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 91.7% of properties in Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 97.8% of premises.

How does Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton compare for upload speeds?

Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton has good upload speeds with a median of 31.8 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.