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How Fast is Broadband in South Cotswolds?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, South Cotswolds has a median download speed of 50.3 Mbps and a median upload speed of 9.1 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Poor" upload speeds. The 9.1 Mbps median upload may cause issues for video conferencing and cloud backups. Consider full fibre if available.

Speed Comparison for South Cotswolds

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%23.1 Mbps
Median50.3 Mbps
Mean74 Mbps
Top 20%109.5 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%4.2 Mbps
Median9.1 Mbps
Mean38 Mbps
Top 20%27.3 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 South Cotswolds, you can expect speeds around 50.3 Mbps download and 9.1 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in South Cotswolds

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

98.1%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
69.9%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
69.9%
Gigabit Capable

South Cotswolds has good full fibre coverage at 69.9%. Check your postcode to see if full fibre is available at your address.

Speed Recommendations for South Cotswolds

Based on the actual speeds in South Cotswolds, 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 South Cotswolds?

In South Cotswolds, the median download speed is 50.3 Mbps and the median upload speed is 9.1 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 109.5 Mbps download and 27.3 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in South Cotswolds?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 69.9% of properties in South Cotswolds. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 69.9% of premises.

How does South Cotswolds compare for upload speeds?

South Cotswolds has poor upload speeds with a median of 9.1 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.