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How Fast is Broadband in York Central?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, York Central has a median download speed of 148.4 Mbps and a median upload speed of 39.3 Mbps.

This constituency has "Very Good" download speeds and "Good" upload speeds. The 39.3 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 York Central

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%23.6 Mbps
Median148.4 Mbps
Mean293.1 Mbps
Top 20%559.8 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%7.6 Mbps
Median39.3 Mbps
Mean124.4 Mbps
Top 20%194.7 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

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

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 York Central, you can expect speeds around 148.4 Mbps download and 39.3 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in York Central

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

97.7%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
86.1%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
90.6%
Gigabit Capable

York Central has very good full fibre coverage at 86.1%. Most residents can access full fibre connections with symmetric upload speeds.

Speed Recommendations for York Central

Based on the actual speeds in York Central, 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 York Central?

In York Central, the median download speed is 148.4 Mbps and the median upload speed is 39.3 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 559.8 Mbps download and 194.7 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in York Central?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 86.1% of properties in York Central. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 90.6% of premises.

How does York Central compare for upload speeds?

York Central has good upload speeds with a median of 39.3 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.