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How Fast is Broadband in Salford?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Salford has a median download speed of 281.6 Mbps and a median upload speed of 44.8 Mbps.

This constituency has "Excellent" download speeds and "Good" upload speeds. The 44.8 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 Salford

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%39.4 Mbps
Median281.6 Mbps
Mean329.4 Mbps
Top 20%471 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%10.1 Mbps
Median44.8 Mbps
Mean111.4 Mbps
Top 20%98.7 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 Salford, you can expect speeds around 281.6 Mbps download and 44.8 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Salford

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

97.8%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
87.7%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
92.8%
Gigabit Capable

Salford has very good full fibre coverage at 87.7%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Salford

Based on the actual speeds in Salford, 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 Salford?

In Salford, the median download speed is 281.6 Mbps and the median upload speed is 44.8 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 471 Mbps download and 98.7 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Salford?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 87.7% of properties in Salford. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 92.8% of premises.

How does Salford compare for upload speeds?

Salford has good upload speeds with a median of 44.8 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.