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How Fast is Broadband in Wells and Mendip Hills?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Wells and Mendip Hills has a median download speed of 35.2 Mbps and a median upload speed of 7.9 Mbps.

This constituency has "Moderate" download speeds and "Poor" upload speeds. The 7.9 Mbps median upload may cause issues for video conferencing and cloud backups. Consider full fibre if available.

Speed Comparison for Wells and Mendip Hills

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%12.8 Mbps
Median35.2 Mbps
Mean116.3 Mbps
Top 20%150.3 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%1 Mbps
Median7.9 Mbps
Mean46.5 Mbps
Top 20%65.9 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Wells and Mendip Hills:

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 Wells and Mendip Hills, you can expect speeds around 35.2 Mbps download and 7.9 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Wells and Mendip Hills

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

95.5%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
81.4%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
81.4%
Gigabit Capable

Wells and Mendip Hills has very good full fibre coverage at 81.4%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Wells and Mendip Hills

Based on the actual speeds in Wells and Mendip Hills, 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 Wells and Mendip Hills?

In Wells and Mendip Hills, the median download speed is 35.2 Mbps and the median upload speed is 7.9 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 150.3 Mbps download and 65.9 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Wells and Mendip Hills?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 81.4% of properties in Wells and Mendip Hills. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 81.4% of premises.

How does Wells and Mendip Hills compare for upload speeds?

Wells and Mendip Hills has poor upload speeds with a median of 7.9 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.