Broadband
Best Broadband for Working from Home UK
Working from home requires reliable, fast broadband. Dropped video calls, slow file uploads, and buffering are not just annoying — they hurt your productivity. Here is how to choose the right broadband for remote work.
Why WFH Broadband Is Different
When working from home, your broadband becomes a business-critical tool. You need consistent upload AND download speeds, low latency for video calls, and enough bandwidth for cloud applications like Office 365, Google Workspace, and Slack.
Standard broadband that works fine for Netflix might struggle with a full day of Zoom meetings, file syncing, and cloud app usage — especially if others in the household are online too.
Recommended Speeds for Remote Work
Match your speed to your work pattern:
- Email and web browsing: 10-30Mbps
- Regular video calls (Zoom, Teams): 50-80Mbps
- HD video calls + screen sharing: 80-150Mbps
- Multiple remote workers in one household: 200-500Mbps
- Large file uploads (design, video, engineering): 300Mbps+
Upload Speed Matters
Most providers advertise download speeds but say little about uploads. For video calls, screen sharing, and cloud file syncing, upload speed is crucial. FTTP (full fibre) connections offer symmetrical or near-symmetrical speeds, making them ideal for remote work.
OCCTA for Home Workers
OCCTA offers public broadband speed bands up to 1000Mbps where available. The address-specific technology, speed information and applicable usage terms are confirmed before acceptance. OCCTA offers Price Lock 24 and Flex 30 where available. Any speed or plan change is subject to availability and the terms shown before you agree it. UK-based support is available if you need help.