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How Fast is Broadband in Preston?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Preston has a median download speed of 85.6 Mbps and a median upload speed of 21.4 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 21.4 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 Preston

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%43.9 Mbps
Median85.6 Mbps
Mean128.3 Mbps
Top 20%208.9 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%5.7 Mbps
Median21.4 Mbps
Mean30.5 Mbps
Top 20%53.6 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 Preston, you can expect speeds around 85.6 Mbps download and 21.4 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Preston

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

99.9%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
87.8%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
96%
Gigabit Capable

Preston has very good full fibre coverage at 87.8%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Preston

Based on the actual speeds in Preston, 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

May need a faster connection for optimal performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average broadband speed in Preston?

In Preston, the median download speed is 85.6 Mbps and the median upload speed is 21.4 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 208.9 Mbps download and 53.6 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Preston?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 87.8% of properties in Preston. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 96% of premises.

How does Preston compare for upload speeds?

Preston has moderate upload speeds with a median of 21.4 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.