Fife Broadband Statistics
Fife's fastest provider is TalkTalk, and the highest speed we've seen from them is 136.32 Mbps.
Overall, the average real-world broadband speed that users will see in Fife is 14.06 Mbps, which is 61.86% below the The United Kingdom national average of 36.86 Mbps, and 59.73% below the average of 34.91 Mbps in Fife.
Internet speeds in Fife are typically faster than Elie, but slower than Limekilns. Nearby locations include Dunfermline with speeds 22.25—41.55 Mbps, and Rosyth with speeds 25.57—63.88 Mbps.
Local broadband speeds over time
The median broadband speed in Fife has increased by 0.80% over the last five years.
Local broadband speeds in context
As of 2022, the median broadband speed in Fife is 145% lower than the Scotland and 162% lower than the UK overall.
| Fife | 14 Mbps | |
| Scotland | 34 Mbps | |
| United Kingdom | 37 Mbps |
Fife 2022 Broadband Scorecard
▼ 145% below regional broadband speed
Scotland
▼ 162% below national broadband speed
UK Overall
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Overall Performance
We rank each provider relative to all providers in The United Kingdom based on their median download and upload speeds, measured round trip time latencies, and the percentage of speeds tests that exceed 50 Mbps.
Customer Ratings
Customer ratings are based on local reviews matched to Fife IP addresses. Providers can be scored on a range of 1 to 10, and ranked relative to all providers in The United Kingdom.
Median Speed Test Result
The median is the middle result in the range of tests we measured for each provider in Fife in the past year. Median speeds provide a better comparison than raw averages because they control for the longtail of tests related to Wi-Fi issues. The charts below represent the distribution of tests associated with each provider from low to high.
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Map of Fife's Fibre Broadband Availability by Postcode
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Best speed range city in Fife
136.32 Mbps
Fife's fastest speed
7.96—34.13 Mbps
Typical speed range available to Fife residents
Fife Broadband Speeds Report
Average Broadband Speeds in Fife
| Year | Fife Average | United Kingdom Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 8.65 Mbps | 26.27 Mbps | 67.07% Slower |
| 2019 | 8.27 Mbps | 30.63 Mbps | 73.00% Slower |
| 2020 | 21.74 Mbps | 80.31 Mbps | 72.93% Slower |
| 2021 | 20.13 Mbps | 66.05 Mbps | 69.52% Slower |
Fife Broadband Speed Distribution
| Percentage of Speed Tests in Speed Range | ||
|---|---|---|
| Internet Speed Range | Fife | United Kingdom |
| Very Slow: under 10 Mbps | 43.88% | 19.92% |
| Slow: 10-30 Mbps | 28.57% | 25.74% |
| Adequate: 30-60 Mbps | 23.47% | 25.20% |
| Good: 60-80 Mbps | 3.06% | 10.20% |
| Fast: 80-300 Mbps | 1.02% | 15.33% |
| Very Fast: over 300 Mbps | 0% | 3.60% |
How Fife Compares to Major Cities
| City / Town | Max Speed | Typical Speed Range | Median | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greater London | 5794.21 Mbps | 33.04—95.97 Mbps | 45.56 Mbps | Faster |
| Birmingham | 2786.06 Mbps | 29.31—107.04 Mbps | 38.5 Mbps | Faster |
| Liverpool | 1134.53 Mbps | 25.56—89.74 Mbps | 34.61 Mbps | Faster |
| Nottingham | 2371.49 Mbps | 16.11—40.25 Mbps | 18.99 Mbps | Faster |
| Sheffield | 934.82 Mbps | 23.76—68.87 Mbps | 32.08 Mbps | Faster |
| Bristol | 943.13 Mbps | 30.38—109.93 Mbps | 42.32 Mbps | Faster |
| Glasgow | 913.93 Mbps | 20.63—71.33 Mbps | 32 Mbps | Faster |
| Leicester | 935.89 Mbps | 27.47—99.31 Mbps | 37.03 Mbps | Faster |
| Edinburgh | 874.24 Mbps | 29.96—107.51 Mbps | 38.06 Mbps | Faster |
| Fife | 136.32 Mbps | 7.96—34.13 Mbps | 14.06 Mbps | - |
Cities and Provider Internet Speeds in Fife
| Position | City | Max Speed | Typical Speed Range | Median | # Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dysart | 729.17 Mbps | 54.02—365.32 Mbps | 72 Mbps | 8 |
| 2 | Glenrothes | 634 Mbps | 45.2—186.83 Mbps | 68.92 Mbps | 5 |
| 3 | Auchtertool | 904.24 Mbps | 47.03—209.39 Mbps | 68.77 Mbps | 8 |
| 4 | Leslie | 798.84 Mbps | 37.99—260.61 Mbps | 57.43 Mbps | 7 |
| 5 | Markinch | 794.64 Mbps | 33.97—109.6 Mbps | 48.3 Mbps | 8 |
| 6 | Charlestown | 913.84 Mbps | 29.73—84.02 Mbps | 37.87 Mbps | 8 |
| 7 | Balmullo | 895.18 Mbps | 27.81—60.55 Mbps | 36.58 Mbps | 9 |
| 8 | Saline | 904.26 Mbps | 26.84—81.97 Mbps | 35.1 Mbps | 8 |
| 9 | Anstruther | 780.56 Mbps | 26.7—65.85 Mbps | 34.69 Mbps | 5 |
| 10 | Kilrenny | 660.4 Mbps | 31.72—41.35 Mbps | 34.38 Mbps | 5 |
| 11 | Cowdenbeath | 789 Mbps | 25.34—70.73 Mbps | 33.72 Mbps | 8 |
| 12 | Leven | 762.18 Mbps | 20.77—72.56 Mbps | 29.92 Mbps | 8 |
| 13 | Ballingry | 890.96 Mbps | 20.42—58.53 Mbps | 29.74 Mbps | 7 |
| 14 | Newport-on-Tay | 901.53 Mbps | 18.94—48.29 Mbps | 26.27 Mbps | 6 |
| 15 | Luthrie | 817.26 Mbps | 17.42—49.25 Mbps | 25.16 Mbps | 8 |
| 16 | Balmerino | 451.09 Mbps | 15.28—55.34 Mbps | 23.3 Mbps | 7 |
| 17 | Aberdour | 354.45 Mbps | 16.3—43.8 Mbps | 22.92 Mbps | 7 |
| 18 | Auchtermuchty | 151.99 Mbps | 12.76—49.54 Mbps | 22.06 Mbps | 6 |
| 19 | Kirkcaldy | 521.83 Mbps | 8.12—77.39 Mbps | 17.08 Mbps | 7 |
Fife Broadband Speeds Over Time
We class broadband speed distributions as follows: very slow under 10 Mbps; slow 10-30 Mbps; adequate 30-60 Mbps; good 60-80 Mbps; fast 80-300 Mbps; very fast over 300 Mbps.
How Fife Compares for Internet Speed in Fife
| Position | City / Town | Max Speed | Typical Speed Range | Median | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | Dalgety Bay | 351.6 Mbps | 11.6—56.04 Mbps | 14.77 Mbps | Faster |
| 32 | Limekilns | 73.71 Mbps | 10.44—34.88 Mbps | 14.68 Mbps | Faster |
| 33 | Fife | 136.32 Mbps | 7.96—34.13 Mbps | 14.06 Mbps | - |
| 34 | Elie | 73.12 Mbps | 7.75—27.11 Mbps | 12.36 Mbps | Slower |
| 35 | St Andrews | 149.68 Mbps | 4.36—14.33 Mbps | 6.93 Mbps | Slower |
Summary of Internet Service Providers in Fife
| # | Provider Name | Max Speed | Typical Speed Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TalkTalk | 136.32 Mbps | 30.03—35.03 Mbps |
| 2 | Sky Broadband | 70.1 Mbps | 13.43—36.87 Mbps |
| 3 | Shell Energy | 36.74 Mbps | 11.08—32.2 Mbps |
| 4 | EE | 73.52 Mbps | 0.79—3.76 Mbps |
| 5 | BT | 44.26 Mbps | 4.25—5.47 Mbps |
| 6 | Plusnet | 1.95 Mbps | 0—0.23 Mbps |
| 7 | Zen Internet | 0.71 Mbps | 0—0.52 Mbps |
Frequently Asked Questions about Internet Providers in Fife
How many broadband providers in Fife are there?
Fife has 7 ISPs tested.
Who is the fastest broadband provider in Fife?
TalkTalk is the fastest broadband provider in Fife with 136.32 Mbps, and an average internet speed range of 30.03—35.03 Mbps.
Who is the best internet provider in Fife?
The best internet provider in Fife is TalkTalk, and their users typically see broadband speeds in the range of 30.03 to 35.03 Mbps.
What is the average internet speed in Fife?
Users in Fife see an average internet speed of 7.96 up to 2828 Mbps, and the fastest speed we've seen is 136.32 Mbps.
Is Sky Broadband available in Fife?
Broadband service from Sky Broadband is available in Fife, and the fastest speed we've seen from them is 70.1 Mbps.
Is Shell Energy available in Fife?
Broadband service from Shell Energy is available in Fife, and the fastest speed we've seen from them is 36.74 Mbps.
Is EE available in Fife?
Broadband service from EE is available in Fife, and the fastest speed we've seen from them is 73.52 Mbps.
Is BT full fibre available in Fife?
No, BT does not have full fibre to the home (also called FTTH or FTTP) in Fife.
Who is the most popular broadband provider in Fife?
The broadband provider with the most users in Fife is Sky Broadband.
Author: Thomas Buck
Last Reviewed By: Tyler Cooper
Published: 10 Nov 2019
Last Updated: 19 Jan 2022