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How Fast is Broadband in Walsall and Bloxwich?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Walsall and Bloxwich has a median download speed of 146.5 Mbps and a median upload speed of 26.4 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 26.4 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 Walsall and Bloxwich

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%44.7 Mbps
Median146.5 Mbps
Mean261.9 Mbps
Top 20%452.6 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%16.4 Mbps
Median26.4 Mbps
Mean89.9 Mbps
Top 20%70.3 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Walsall and Bloxwich:

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 Walsall and Bloxwich, you can expect speeds around 146.5 Mbps download and 26.4 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Walsall and Bloxwich

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

99.7%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
82.1%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
92.3%
Gigabit Capable

Walsall and Bloxwich has very good full fibre coverage at 82.1%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Walsall and Bloxwich

Based on the actual speeds in Walsall and Bloxwich, 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 Walsall and Bloxwich?

In Walsall and Bloxwich, the median download speed is 146.5 Mbps and the median upload speed is 26.4 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 452.6 Mbps download and 70.3 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Walsall and Bloxwich?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 82.1% of properties in Walsall and Bloxwich. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 92.3% of premises.

How does Walsall and Bloxwich compare for upload speeds?

Walsall and Bloxwich has moderate upload speeds with a median of 26.4 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.