The quest for faster broadband is universal, yet many are still left without satisfactory download speeds. A recent report by Broadband Genie has identified Heol-Y-Fedw, Cymmer, Port Talbot as one of the worst locations for broadband connectivity in the UK, with residents experiencing speeds as low as 0.81 Mbps, rendering it inadequate for basic streaming services like Netflix or Disney+.
Comparatively, the fastest street in the UK can download a movie in just 40 seconds, highlighting the significant disparity in internet speeds across different areas. Other underperforming locations include Turnberry Crescent in Aberdeen, Wesley Street in Maesteg, and Occupation Lane in Lincoln.
The top 10 worst streets for broadband, besides Heol-Y-Fedw, Cymmer, Port Talbot, include Turnberry Crescent in Aberdeen, Wesley Street in Maesteg, Occupation Lane in Lincoln, Rossiter Road in London, Quarry Close in Handbridge, Langley Street in Langley, Jessop Road in Rogerstone, Wakefield Close in Atherstone, and Rheolau Terrace in Pontypridd.
Residents on these streets have the option to improve their broadband experience by considering alternatives such as Fibre to the Cabinet broadband (FTTC), Ultrafast broadband, or full fibre broadband, which offer significantly faster download speeds than what they currently receive.
Broadband Genie advises residents to conduct a broadband speed test to assess their connection, optimize router placement within their homes, switch to higher frequency options, ensure router security, and keep all devices and software up to date to enhance broadband performance.
On the flip side, some locations are enjoying blazing fast broadband speeds, with top performers including Inglewood Avenue in Derby (1.210Gbps), Moatview Park in Belfast (1.146Gbps), and Reynolds Avenue in Romford (1.014Gbps).