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How Fast is Broadband in Sheffield Heeley?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Sheffield Heeley has a median download speed of 142.8 Mbps and a median upload speed of 27.1 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 27.1 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 Sheffield Heeley

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%34.8 Mbps
Median142.8 Mbps
Mean228.4 Mbps
Top 20%433.4 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%11.5 Mbps
Median27.1 Mbps
Mean106.4 Mbps
Top 20%128.6 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 Sheffield Heeley, you can expect speeds around 142.8 Mbps download and 27.1 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Sheffield Heeley

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

99.9%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
94.4%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
96.6%
Gigabit Capable

Sheffield Heeley has excellent full fibre coverage at 94.4%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Sheffield Heeley

Based on the actual speeds in Sheffield Heeley, 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 Sheffield Heeley?

In Sheffield Heeley, the median download speed is 142.8 Mbps and the median upload speed is 27.1 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 433.4 Mbps download and 128.6 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Sheffield Heeley?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 94.4% of properties in Sheffield Heeley. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 96.6% of premises.

How does Sheffield Heeley compare for upload speeds?

Sheffield Heeley has moderate upload speeds with a median of 27.1 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.