Some areas in the country are still struggling with slow internet speeds, depriving residents of the fast broadband they desire. Recent data from Broadband Genie highlights the dire situation in Heol-Y-Fedw, Cymmer, Port Talbot, where speeds are crawling at 0.81 Mbps, inadequate for streaming services like Netflix or Disney+.
Comparatively, this Welsh street is a staggering 1,494 times slower than the fastest street in the UK, where the same movie download would take just 40 seconds. Other locations facing similar connectivity woes include Turnberry Crescent in Aberdeen, Wesley Street in Maesteg, and Occupation Lane in Lincoln.
For those residing in these underperforming areas, hope is not lost. Broadband Genie suggests that many of these streets have access to faster broadband options such as Fibre to the Cabinet broadband (FTTC) with speeds up to 35Mb, Ultrafast broadband exceeding 100Mb, and some even offering full fibre broadband. However, a potential solution may involve switching providers or upgrading to full fibre from traditional copper cables.
To address slow broadband issues, Broadband Genie’s Alex Tofts offers five valuable tips:
1. Test your broadband speed to determine if it meets your contract expectations.
2. Position your router centrally in your home for optimal coverage.
3. Switch to the 5 GHz frequency on your Wi-Fi device for faster speeds.
4. Ensure router security by monitoring connected devices and removing unknown users.
5. Keep your router, device, and browser software updated for improved performance.
While some streets struggle with sluggish internet, there are bright spots with Inglewood Avenue, Derby; Moatview Park, Belfast; and Reynolds Avenue, Romford, enjoying blazing download speeds above 1Gbps.