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How Fast is Broadband in Tipton and Wednesbury?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Tipton and Wednesbury has a median download speed of 236.5 Mbps and a median upload speed of 41.2 Mbps.

This constituency has "Excellent" download speeds and "Good" upload speeds. The 41.2 Mbps median upload is adequate for most home working and video call needs, though heavy uploaders may want to seek full fibre connections.

Speed Comparison for Tipton and Wednesbury

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%83.2 Mbps
Median236.5 Mbps
Mean318.5 Mbps
Top 20%532.5 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%13 Mbps
Median41.2 Mbps
Mean173.9 Mbps
Top 20%262.7 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Tipton and Wednesbury:

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 Tipton and Wednesbury, you can expect speeds around 236.5 Mbps download and 41.2 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Tipton and Wednesbury

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

100%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
92.3%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
97.5%
Gigabit Capable

Tipton and Wednesbury has excellent full fibre coverage at 92.3%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Tipton and Wednesbury

Based on the actual speeds in Tipton and Wednesbury, 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

Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.

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

Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average broadband speed in Tipton and Wednesbury?

In Tipton and Wednesbury, the median download speed is 236.5 Mbps and the median upload speed is 41.2 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 532.5 Mbps download and 262.7 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Tipton and Wednesbury?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 92.3% of properties in Tipton and Wednesbury. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 97.5% of premises.

How does Tipton and Wednesbury compare for upload speeds?

Tipton and Wednesbury has good upload speeds with a median of 41.2 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.