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How Fast is Broadband in Wellingborough and Rushden?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Wellingborough and Rushden has a median download speed of 263.2 Mbps and a median upload speed of 55.2 Mbps.

This constituency has "Excellent" download speeds and "Very Good" upload speeds. With 55.2 Mbps median upload, residents can comfortably handle video conferencing, cloud backups, and live streaming without issues.

Speed Comparison for Wellingborough and Rushden

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%36.7 Mbps
Median263.2 Mbps
Mean309.6 Mbps
Top 20%522.9 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%19.3 Mbps
Median55.2 Mbps
Mean83.9 Mbps
Top 20%106 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Wellingborough and Rushden:

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 Wellingborough and Rushden, you can expect speeds around 263.2 Mbps download and 55.2 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Wellingborough and Rushden

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

99.9%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
96%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
98.4%
Gigabit Capable

Wellingborough and Rushden has excellent full fibre coverage at 96%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Wellingborough and Rushden

Based on the actual speeds in Wellingborough and Rushden, 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 Wellingborough and Rushden?

In Wellingborough and Rushden, the median download speed is 263.2 Mbps and the median upload speed is 55.2 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 522.9 Mbps download and 106 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Wellingborough and Rushden?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 96% of properties in Wellingborough and Rushden. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 98.4% of premises.

How does Wellingborough and Rushden compare for upload speeds?

Wellingborough and Rushden has very good upload speeds with a median of 55.2 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.