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How Fast is Broadband in Worsley and Eccles?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Worsley and Eccles has a median download speed of 112.4 Mbps and a median upload speed of 27.4 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Moderate" upload speeds. The 27.4 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 Worsley and Eccles

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%61.4 Mbps
Median112.4 Mbps
Mean247.2 Mbps
Top 20%393.5 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%15.4 Mbps
Median27.4 Mbps
Mean76.6 Mbps
Top 20%64.9 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Worsley and Eccles:

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 Worsley and Eccles, you can expect speeds around 112.4 Mbps download and 27.4 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Worsley and Eccles

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

99.6%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
97.3%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
99.1%
Gigabit Capable

Worsley and Eccles has excellent full fibre coverage at 97.3%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for Worsley and Eccles

Based on the actual speeds in Worsley and Eccles, 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 Worsley and Eccles?

In Worsley and Eccles, the median download speed is 112.4 Mbps and the median upload speed is 27.4 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 393.5 Mbps download and 64.9 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Worsley and Eccles?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 97.3% of properties in Worsley and Eccles. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 99.1% of premises.

How does Worsley and Eccles compare for upload speeds?

Worsley and Eccles has moderate upload speeds with a median of 27.4 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.