In a May 2022 study, Greater London had the highest average broadband usage per household in the United Kingdom (UK) at *** GB/month, over ** percent above the national average of *** GB/month. The region with the lowest broadband consumption per household was in the South West, over ** percent lower than the national average at *** GB/month.

The average monthly data use per fixed residential broadband connection fell slightly to *** gigabytes in the United Kingdom in 2024, down from *** gigabytes in 2023. Broadband data traffic increased rapidly in the decade following 2013, reflecting the broad adoption of data-intensive activities such as 4K streaming, online gaming, and remote work.

As of the second quarter of 2024, the average residential high-speed broadband subscription in Canada downloaded around *** gigabytes of data per month. This was a decrease on the previous quarter, when the average download volume reached a record *** gigabytes per month.

US Broadband Usage Across Counties

Utilizing Microsoft's Data to Estimate Access

By Amber Thomas [source]

About this dataset

This dataset provides an estimation of broadband usage in the United States, focusing on how many people have access to broadband and how many are actually using it at broadband speeds. Through data collected by Microsoft from our services, including package size and total time of download, we can estimate the throughput speed of devices connecting to the internet across zip codes and counties.

According to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) estimates, 14.5 million people don't have access to any kind of broadband connection. This data set aims to address this contrast between those with estimated availability but no actual use by providing more accurate usage numbers downscaled to county and zip code levels. Who gets counted as having access is vastly important -- it determines who gets included in public funding opportunities dedicated solely toward closing this digital divide gap. The implications can be huge: millions around this country could remain invisible if these number aren't accurately reported or used properly in decision-making processes.

This dataset includes aggregated information about these locations with less than 20 devices for increased accuracy when estimating Broadband Usage in the United States-- allowing others to use it for developing solutions that improve internet access or label problem areas accurately where no real or reliable connectivity exists among citizens within communities large and small throughout the US mainland.. Please review the license terms before using these data so that you may adhere appropriately with stipulations set forth under Microsoft's Open Use Of Data Agreement v1.0 agreement prior to utilizing this dataset for your needs-- both professional and educational endeavors alike!

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How to use the dataset

How to Use the US Broadband Usage Dataset

This dataset provides broadband usage estimates in the United States by county and zip code. It is ideally suited for research into how broadband connects households, towns and cities. Understanding this information is vital for closing existing disparities in access to high-speed internet, and for devising strategies for making sure all Americans can stay connected in a digital world.

The dataset contains six columns: - County – The name of the county for which usage statistics are provided. - Zip Code (5-Digit) – The 5-digit zip code from which usage data was collected from within that county or metropolitan area/micro area/divisions within states as reported by the US Census Bureau in 2018[2].
- Population (Households) – Estimated number of households defined according to [3] based on data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey's 5 Year Estimates[4].
- Average Throughput (Mbps)- Average Mbps download speed derived from a combination of data collected anonymous devices connected through Microsoft services such as Windows Update, Office 365, Xbox Live Core Services, etc.[5]
- Percent Fast (> 25 Mbps)- Percentage of machines with throughput greater than 25 Mbps calculated using [6]. 6) Percent Slow (< 3 Mbps)- Percentage of machines with throughput less than 3Mbps calculated using [7].

Research Ideas

• Targeting marketing campaigns based on broadband use. Companies can use the geographic and demographic data in this dataset to create targeted advertising campaigns that are tailored to individuals living in areas where broadband access is scarce or lacking.
• Creating an educational platform for those without reliable access to broadband internet. By leveraging existing technologies such as satellite internet, media streaming services like Netflix, and platforms such as Khan Academy or EdX, those with limited access could gain access to new educational options from home.
• Establishing public-private partnerships between local governments and telecom providers need better data about gaps in service coverage and usage levels in order to make decisions about investments into new infrastructure buildouts for better connectivity options for rural communities

Acknowledgements

If you use this dataset in your research, please credit the original authors. Data Source

License

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As of 2023, the average data consumption per user per month in India was at **** gigabytes. 4G data traffic contributes to ** percent of the overall data traffic while 5G was launched in India in October 2022. Increased online education, remote working for professionals and higher OTT viewership contributed to the data traffic growth.

Since the declaration of the coronavirus (COVID-19) as a pandemic (March 11, 2020), the average daily broadband usage in the United States has gone up compared to earlier in the year. In the week from March 11 to March 18, 2020, the average daily broadband data usage per user in the United States was 6.3 GB during the office hours, an increase of 41.4 percent compared to January. The increase is most likely due to more people working from home and overall restrictions for people to stay at home.

Residential customers use an average of about 1,000 kWh of electricity per month, with usage higher during hot summer months and lower in the winter. View tables show monthly average usage in kWh by month for residential customers starting in 2000. Tables include monthly fuel charges and electric bill amounts.

Latvia Household Consumption Expenditure (HC): per Capita: Monthly Avg data was reported at 422.950 EUR in 2019. This records an increase from the previous number of 332.930 EUR for 2016. Latvia Household Consumption Expenditure (HC): per Capita: Monthly Avg data is updated yearly, averaging 279.900 EUR from Dec 2002 (Median) to 2019, with 16 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 422.950 EUR in 2019 and a record low of 130.010 EUR in 2002. Latvia Household Consumption Expenditure (HC): per Capita: Monthly Avg data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Central Statistical Bureau of Latvia. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Latvia – Table LV.H017: Household Consumption Expenditure per Capita: Monthly Average.

HC: per Capita: Monthly Avg: Recreation and Culture data was reported at 25.260 EUR in 2016. This records an increase from the previous number of 24.890 EUR for 2015. HC: per Capita: Monthly Avg: Recreation and Culture data is updated yearly, averaging 18.800 EUR from Dec 2002 (Median) to 2016, with 15 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 27.520 EUR in 2008 and a record low of 8.380 EUR in 2002. HC: per Capita: Monthly Avg: Recreation and Culture data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Central Statistical Bureau of Latvia. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Latvia – Table LV.H013: Household Consumption Expenditure per Capita: Monthly Average.

In 2022, the average data volume per broadband connection amounted to roughly ***** gigabytes per month. This statistic shows the average monthly data volume per broadband internet connection in Germany from 2001 to 2022, with an estimate for 2023.

Tajikistan Average Monthly Household Expenditure per Capita: Consumption Expenditure data was reported at 259.300 TJS in 2016. This records an increase from the previous number of 238.000 TJS for 2015. Tajikistan Average Monthly Household Expenditure per Capita: Consumption Expenditure data is updated yearly, averaging 223.130 TJS from Dec 2010 (Median) to 2016, with 7 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 259.300 TJS in 2016 and a record low of 136.500 TJS in 2010. Tajikistan Average Monthly Household Expenditure per Capita: Consumption Expenditure data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Аgency on Statistics under the President of the Republic of Tajikistan. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Tajikistan – Table TJ.H001: Household Income and Expenditure.

Laos Household Consumption: Monthly Average (MA): Urban data was reported at 2,687.400 LAK th in 2013. This records a decrease from the previous number of 2,950.200 LAK th for 2008. Laos Household Consumption: Monthly Average (MA): Urban data is updated yearly, averaging 2,818.800 LAK th from Mar 2008 (Median) to 2013, with 2 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2,950.200 LAK th in 2008 and a record low of 2,687.400 LAK th in 2013. Laos Household Consumption: Monthly Average (MA): Urban data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Lao Statistics Bureau. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Laos – Table LA.H005: Household Expenditure and Consumption Survey: Monthly Household Consumption: Urban.

Detailed household load and solar generation in minutely to hourly resolution. This data package contains measured time series data for several small businesses and residential households relevant for household- or low-voltage-level power system modeling. The data includes solar power generation as well as electricity consumption (load) in a resolution up to single device consumption. The starting point for the time series, as well as data quality, varies between households, with gaps spanning from a few minutes to entire days. All measurement devices provided cumulative energy consumption/generation over time. Hence overall energy consumption/generation is retained, in case of data gaps due to communication problems. Measurements were conducted 1-minute intervals, with all data made available in an interpolated, uniform and regular time interval. All data gaps are either interpolated linearly, or filled with data of prior days. Additionally, data in 15 and 60-minute resolution is provided for compatibility with other time series data. Data processing is conducted in Jupyter Notebooks/Python/pandas.

Serbia Household Avg Monthly Consumption: Communications data was reported at 3,316.000 RSD in Jun 2018. This records a decrease from the previous number of 3,434.000 RSD for Mar 2018. Serbia Household Avg Monthly Consumption: Communications data is updated quarterly, averaging 2,607.500 RSD from Mar 2009 (Median) to Jun 2018, with 38 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3,434.000 RSD in Mar 2018 and a record low of 1,597.000 RSD in Jun 2009. Serbia Household Avg Monthly Consumption: Communications data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistical Office of the Republic of Serbia. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Serbia – Table RS.H008: Household Average Monthly Consumption.

Saudi Arabia Average Monthly Expenditure: Household: Consumption data was reported at 10,884.000 SAR in 2023. This records a decrease from the previous number of 11,728.439 SAR for 2018. Saudi Arabia Average Monthly Expenditure: Household: Consumption data is updated yearly, averaging 10,884.000 SAR from Dec 2007 (Median) to 2023, with 5 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 11,728.439 SAR in 2018 and a record low of 8,331.000 SAR in 2007. Saudi Arabia Average Monthly Expenditure: Household: Consumption data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by General Authority for Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Saudi Arabia – Table SA.H004: Average Monthly Expenditure.

This table shows regional figures on the average consumption of energy (natural gas and electricity) of private dwellings broken down by type of dwelling and ownership for Nederland, group of provinces, provinces and municipalities. Besides, for total dwellings only, the share of heat distribution (district heating) has been added, because this is relevant for the interpretation of the height of the average consumption of natural gas.

Data available from: 2010

Status of the figures: All figures from 2010 - 2021 are definite. Figures of 2022 are provisional.

Changes as of October 2023: Provisional figures of 2022 have been added. Figures of 2021 have been updated. The category “Average consumption of electricity” is replaced by “Average supply of electricity” and a category “Average net supply of electricity” has been added.

When will new figures be published? A revision to the method of this statistic is currently underway, causing the table to be delayed. New figures will come in the 3rd quarter of the folowing year.

Serbia Household Avg Monthly Consumption: Dwelling, Water, Electricity & Gas data was reported at 10,529.000 RSD in Jun 2018. This records a decrease from the previous number of 11,054.000 RSD for Mar 2018. Serbia Household Avg Monthly Consumption: Dwelling, Water, Electricity & Gas data is updated quarterly, averaging 9,360.500 RSD from Mar 2009 (Median) to Jun 2018, with 38 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 11,541.000 RSD in Dec 2017 and a record low of 6,398.000 RSD in Sep 2009. Serbia Household Avg Monthly Consumption: Dwelling, Water, Electricity & Gas data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistical Office of the Republic of Serbia. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Serbia – Table RS.H008: Household Average Monthly Consumption.

Serbia Household Avg Monthly Consumption: Education data was reported at 940.000 RSD in Jun 2018. This records a decrease from the previous number of 1,232.000 RSD for Mar 2018. Serbia Household Avg Monthly Consumption: Education data is updated quarterly, averaging 585.000 RSD from Mar 2009 (Median) to Jun 2018, with 38 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1,232.000 RSD in Mar 2018 and a record low of 255.000 RSD in Jun 2011. Serbia Household Avg Monthly Consumption: Education data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistical Office of the Republic of Serbia. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Serbia – Table RS.H008: Household Average Monthly Consumption.

Kyrgyzstan Average Monthly Household Expenditure per Capita: Consumption Expenditure (CE) data was reported at 2,896.800 KGS in 2016. This records a decrease from the previous number of 2,936.200 KGS for 2015. Kyrgyzstan Average Monthly Household Expenditure per Capita: Consumption Expenditure (CE) data is updated yearly, averaging 660.203 KGS from Dec 1990 (Median) to 2016, with 27 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2,936.200 KGS in 2015 and a record low of 4.521 KGS in 1990. Kyrgyzstan Average Monthly Household Expenditure per Capita: Consumption Expenditure (CE) data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by National Statistical Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Kyrgyzstan – Table KG.H003: Household Income and Expenditure.

Serbia Household Avg Monthly Consumption: Transport data was reported at 5,914.000 RSD in Mar 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 5,664.000 RSD for Dec 2017. Serbia Household Avg Monthly Consumption: Transport data is updated quarterly, averaging 5,074.000 RSD from Mar 2009 (Median) to Mar 2018, with 37 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 6,260.000 RSD in Sep 2015 and a record low of 3,734.000 RSD in Jun 2009. Serbia Household Avg Monthly Consumption: Transport data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistical Office of the Republic of Serbia. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Serbia – Table RS.H008: Household Average Monthly Consumption.