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How Fast is Broadband in Welwyn Hatfield?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Welwyn Hatfield has a median download speed of 137.2 Mbps and a median upload speed of 23.5 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 23.5 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 Welwyn Hatfield

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%29.7 Mbps
Median137.2 Mbps
Mean213.2 Mbps
Top 20%287.6 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%6 Mbps
Median23.5 Mbps
Mean86.7 Mbps
Top 20%103.5 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Welwyn Hatfield:

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 Welwyn Hatfield, you can expect speeds around 137.2 Mbps download and 23.5 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Welwyn Hatfield

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

98.6%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
69.1%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
91.3%
Gigabit Capable

Welwyn Hatfield has good full fibre coverage at 69.1%. Check your postcode to see if full fibre is available at your address.

Speed Recommendations for Welwyn Hatfield

Based on the actual speeds in Welwyn Hatfield, 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 Welwyn Hatfield?

In Welwyn Hatfield, the median download speed is 137.2 Mbps and the median upload speed is 23.5 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 287.6 Mbps download and 103.5 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Welwyn Hatfield?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 69.1% of properties in Welwyn Hatfield. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 91.3% of premises.

How does Welwyn Hatfield compare for upload speeds?

Welwyn Hatfield has moderate upload speeds with a median of 23.5 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.