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How Fast is Broadband in Stoke-on-Trent South?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Stoke-on-Trent South has a median download speed of 44.8 Mbps and a median upload speed of 9.5 Mbps.

This constituency has "Moderate" download speeds and "Poor" upload speeds. The 9.5 Mbps median upload may cause issues for video conferencing and cloud backups. Consider full fibre if available.

Speed Comparison for Stoke-on-Trent South

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%30.5 Mbps
Median44.8 Mbps
Mean91.5 Mbps
Top 20%98.1 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%2.9 Mbps
Median9.5 Mbps
Mean26.7 Mbps
Top 20%44.2 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Stoke-on-Trent South:

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 Stoke-on-Trent South, you can expect speeds around 44.8 Mbps download and 9.5 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Stoke-on-Trent South

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

97.9%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
85.2%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
88.6%
Gigabit Capable

Stoke-on-Trent South has very good full fibre coverage at 85.2%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Stoke-on-Trent South

Based on the actual speeds in Stoke-on-Trent South, 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 Stoke-on-Trent South?

In Stoke-on-Trent South, the median download speed is 44.8 Mbps and the median upload speed is 9.5 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 98.1 Mbps download and 44.2 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Stoke-on-Trent South?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 85.2% of properties in Stoke-on-Trent South. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 88.6% of premises.

How does Stoke-on-Trent South compare for upload speeds?

Stoke-on-Trent South has poor upload speeds with a median of 9.5 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.