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How Fast is Broadband in Ribble Valley?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Ribble Valley has a median download speed of 65 Mbps and a median upload speed of 11.9 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Basic" upload speeds. The 11.9 Mbps median upload may cause issues for video conferencing and cloud backups. Consider full fibre if available.

Speed Comparison for Ribble Valley

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%24.4 Mbps
Median65 Mbps
Mean129.9 Mbps
Top 20%207.5 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%3.1 Mbps
Median11.9 Mbps
Mean32.4 Mbps
Top 20%48.9 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 Ribble Valley, you can expect speeds around 65 Mbps download and 11.9 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Ribble Valley

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

97.6%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
84.3%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
87.9%
Gigabit Capable

Ribble Valley has very good full fibre coverage at 84.3%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Ribble Valley

Based on the actual speeds in Ribble Valley, 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

May need a faster connection for optimal performance.

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 Ribble Valley?

In Ribble Valley, the median download speed is 65 Mbps and the median upload speed is 11.9 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 207.5 Mbps download and 48.9 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Ribble Valley?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 84.3% of properties in Ribble Valley. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 87.9% of premises.

How does Ribble Valley compare for upload speeds?

Ribble Valley has basic upload speeds with a median of 11.9 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.