The latest UK broadband report from thinkbroadband reveals that the UK’s average broadband speed has increased by 10% in the past year, with the average speed now standing at 64.6 Mbps. This is a significant improvement from the 58.5 Mbps recorded in January 2023.
According to the report, the top five broadband providers in the UK are BT, Virgin Media, Sky, TalkTalk, and EE. These providers account for over 90% of the UK’s broadband market share.
Virgin Media continues to lead the way in terms of average broadband speed, with an average speed of 74.4 Mbps. This is followed closely by BT, which has an average speed of 72.4 Mbps.
The report also highlights the importance of full-fibre broadband in the UK, with over 50% of the country’s households now having access to this type of connection. Full-fibre broadband offers speeds of up to 1 Gbps, making it ideal for households with multiple devices and heavy internet users.
As the UK continues to rely more heavily on the internet for daily life, it is essential that broadband providers continue to invest in and improve their networks to ensure that households have access to fast and reliable internet.
The report also notes that the UK’s broadband infrastructure is still lagging behind other European countries, with many rural areas still lacking access to fast and reliable broadband. This is an area that the government and broadband providers must focus on to ensure that all households have access to the internet.
In conclusion, the UK’s broadband report highlights the progress that has been made in terms of average broadband speed, but also highlights the need for further investment in the country’s broadband infrastructure.
The report is available in full on the thinkbroadband website.