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How Fast is Broadband in St Ives?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, St Ives has a median download speed of 54.4 Mbps and a median upload speed of 15.3 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Basic" upload speeds. The 15.3 Mbps median upload may cause issues for video conferencing and cloud backups. Consider full fibre if available.

Speed Comparison for St Ives

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%15 Mbps
Median54.4 Mbps
Mean93 Mbps
Top 20%145.9 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%3.5 Mbps
Median15.3 Mbps
Mean20.1 Mbps
Top 20%41.9 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 St Ives, you can expect speeds around 54.4 Mbps download and 15.3 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in St Ives

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

96.1%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
72%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
72%
Gigabit Capable

St Ives has good full fibre coverage at 72%. Check your postcode to see if full fibre is available at your address.

Speed Recommendations for St Ives

Based on the actual speeds in St Ives, 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 St Ives?

In St Ives, the median download speed is 54.4 Mbps and the median upload speed is 15.3 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 145.9 Mbps download and 41.9 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in St Ives?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 72% of properties in St Ives. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 72% of premises.

How does St Ives compare for upload speeds?

St Ives has basic upload speeds with a median of 15.3 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.