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How Fast is Broadband in Witney?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Witney has a median download speed of 77.5 Mbps and a median upload speed of 22.4 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 22.4 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 Witney

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%25.5 Mbps
Median77.5 Mbps
Mean154.4 Mbps
Top 20%173.4 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%5.5 Mbps
Median22.4 Mbps
Mean84.2 Mbps
Top 20%105.9 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 Witney, you can expect speeds around 77.5 Mbps download and 22.4 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Witney

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

99.4%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
87.3%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
94%
Gigabit Capable

Witney has very good full fibre coverage at 87.3%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Witney

Based on the actual speeds in Witney, 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

May need a faster connection for optimal performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average broadband speed in Witney?

In Witney, the median download speed is 77.5 Mbps and the median upload speed is 22.4 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 173.4 Mbps download and 105.9 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Witney?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 87.3% of properties in Witney. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 94% of premises.

How does Witney compare for upload speeds?

Witney has moderate upload speeds with a median of 22.4 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.