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How Fast is Broadband in St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire has a median download speed of 74.5 Mbps and a median upload speed of 18.8 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Basic" upload speeds. The 18.8 Mbps median upload may cause issues for video conferencing and cloud backups. Consider full fibre if available.

Speed Comparison for St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%32.7 Mbps
Median74.5 Mbps
Mean162.8 Mbps
Top 20%283.6 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%4.8 Mbps
Median18.8 Mbps
Mean59.2 Mbps
Top 20%50.5 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire:

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 Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire, you can expect speeds around 74.5 Mbps download and 18.8 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire

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

99.3%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
69.2%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
94.2%
Gigabit Capable

St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire has good full fibre coverage at 69.2%. Check your postcode to see if full fibre is available at your address.

Speed Recommendations for St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire

Based on the actual speeds in St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire, 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 Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire?

In St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire, the median download speed is 74.5 Mbps and the median upload speed is 18.8 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 283.6 Mbps download and 50.5 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 69.2% of properties in St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 94.2% of premises.

How does St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire compare for upload speeds?

St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire has basic upload speeds with a median of 18.8 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.