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How Fast is Broadband in Smethwick?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Smethwick has a median download speed of 106.4 Mbps and a median upload speed of 25.7 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 25.7 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 Smethwick

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%57.1 Mbps
Median106.4 Mbps
Mean225.3 Mbps
Top 20%477.1 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%13.1 Mbps
Median25.7 Mbps
Mean53.5 Mbps
Top 20%93.6 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 Smethwick, you can expect speeds around 106.4 Mbps download and 25.7 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Smethwick

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

99.8%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
93.5%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
97.7%
Gigabit Capable

Smethwick has excellent full fibre coverage at 93.5%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Smethwick

Based on the actual speeds in Smethwick, 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 Smethwick?

In Smethwick, the median download speed is 106.4 Mbps and the median upload speed is 25.7 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 477.1 Mbps download and 93.6 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Smethwick?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 93.5% of properties in Smethwick. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 97.7% of premises.

How does Smethwick compare for upload speeds?

Smethwick has moderate upload speeds with a median of 25.7 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.