Broadband Speeds in Sheffield South East
Real-world broadband speed data from Q3 2025. See how Sheffield South East compares for both download and upload speeds.
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How Fast is Broadband in Sheffield South East?
Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Sheffield South East has a median download speed of 124.8 Mbps and a median upload speed of 42.9 Mbps.
This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Good" upload speeds. The 42.9 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 South East
Understanding the Speed Data
The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Sheffield South East:
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 South East, you can expect speeds around 124.8 Mbps download and 42.9 Mbps upload.
Broadband Coverage in Sheffield South East
Coverage statistics from Ofcom show what connection types are available in this constituency:
Sheffield South East has excellent full fibre coverage at 97.8%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.
Speed Recommendations for Sheffield South East
Based on the actual speeds in Sheffield South East, here's what different activities require:
Video Conferencing (Zoom, Teams)
Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.
Cloud Backup & File Uploads
Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.
Online Gaming
Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.
Multiple Users (4+ devices)
Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average broadband speed in Sheffield South East?
In Sheffield South East, the median download speed is 124.8 Mbps and the median upload speed is 42.9 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 362.9 Mbps download and 85 Mbps upload.
Is full fibre broadband available in Sheffield South East?
Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 97.8% of properties in Sheffield South East. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 97.8% of premises.
How does Sheffield South East compare for upload speeds?
Sheffield South East has good upload speeds with a median of 42.9 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.