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How Fast is Broadband in South Ribble?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, South Ribble has a median download speed of 77.3 Mbps and a median upload speed of 18.6 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Basic" upload speeds. The 18.6 Mbps median upload may cause issues for video conferencing and cloud backups. Consider full fibre if available.

Speed Comparison for South Ribble

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%27.9 Mbps
Median77.3 Mbps
Mean238 Mbps
Top 20%418 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%5.6 Mbps
Median18.6 Mbps
Mean38.5 Mbps
Top 20%59.9 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 Ribble, you can expect speeds around 77.3 Mbps download and 18.6 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in South Ribble

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

98.5%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
81.8%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
84.4%
Gigabit Capable

South Ribble has very good full fibre coverage at 81.8%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for South Ribble

Based on the actual speeds in South Ribble, 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 Ribble?

In South Ribble, the median download speed is 77.3 Mbps and the median upload speed is 18.6 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 418 Mbps download and 59.9 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in South Ribble?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 81.8% of properties in South Ribble. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 84.4% of premises.

How does South Ribble compare for upload speeds?

South Ribble has basic upload speeds with a median of 18.6 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.