Internet in Menzies, WA 6436
Menzies is in the middle of a technology transition — NULL serves the majority of its 158 premises, but Satellite at 36.1% represents a significant secondary connection. Internet experience can vary substantially depending on which technology serves your specific address.
Menzies has not yet been announced for the NBN FTTP upgrade program. Currently 0% of premises have fibre. NBN Co is progressively rolling out upgrades across Australia.
Data last updated March 2026 · Sources: NBN Co, ABS Census, ACCC
"Mixed — Menzies's 158 premises are split across technologies. Internet quality depends heavily on your specific address."
Est. $69–$89/mo for a family (NBN 100)
Score based on technology type, fibre coverage, upgrade status, and connectivity data. Scale: 1 (poor) to 10 (excellent).
The data above shows suburb-wide averages. Your specific address may have different technology or speeds.
NBN Technology Mix
| Technology | Share |
|---|---|
| Unassigned (NULL) | 63.9% |
| SATELLITE (SATELLITE) | 36.1% |
Speed Expectations by Technology
| Technology | Typical Speed | Max Available |
|---|---|---|
| NULL (63.9%) | Data not available | |
| SATELLITE (36.1%) | Data not available | |
Speed estimates based on national ACCC broadband performance benchmarks, not suburb-specific measurements. Actual speeds depend on your plan, provider, and connection quality.
What Can I Do on This Connection?
Performance in Menzies (158 premises) depends on the specific connection type with 48.8% of households online
Streaming capability in Menzies (158 premises) depends on the connection type
Gaming experience in Menzies (158 premises) depends on the connection type
Multi-device performance in Menzies (158 premises) depends on the connection type
Video call quality in Menzies (158 premises) depends on the connection type
Recommended NBN Plans
With Menzies's NULL connection, a single user gets reliable speeds at $55-70/mo
For a couple in Menzies, NBN 100 at $69-89/mo handles streaming and working from home on NULL
NBN 100 at $69-89/mo keeps Menzies families connected across 4+ devices on NULL (NULL caps at NBN 100)
Power users in Menzies can push NULL to its limits with NBN 100 at $69-89/mo (NULL caps at NBN 100)
Available tiers depend on your technology type. Prices are estimates based on typical Australian NBN plans (AUD, March 2026). Actual costs vary by provider.
FTTP Upgrade Status
Menzies has been announced for the NBN FTTP upgrade program.
0 premises (0%) are eligible for an upgrade from to full fibre (FTTP). Eligible residents can order an FTTP connection through their internet provider at no extra infrastructure cost.
What Can You Do?
Internet in Menzies varies by address. Check the NBN address checker for your specific technology. If you're house-hunting in the area, prioritise addresses with FTTP — it provides the most reliable and fastest connection.
Household Internet Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Households with Internet | 48.8% |
| Households with Broadband | 48.8% |
| Households with No Internet | 36.6% |
| Total Households | 41 |
Household internet data from ABS Census 2016. Actual current connectivity rates may differ.
Best Providers for in Menzies
Menzies's 158 premises are shifting technologies — review your plan to make sure you're on the best option.
Best CVC provisioning for FTTN — consistently delivers closer to theoretical max speeds even during peak hours. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Menzies, this becomes an even stronger choice for 158 premises.
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Strong evening speeds on FTTN connections with competitive pricing. ACCC data shows above-average performance on congested nodes. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Menzies, this becomes an even stronger choice for 158 premises.
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Affordable FTTN plans with decent peak-hour speeds. Good value if your line length supports NBN 50 or above. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Menzies, this becomes an even stronger choice for 158 premises.
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Speed Boost technology helps maximise FTTN performance. Premium pricing but includes backup 4G failover if your copper line drops. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Menzies, this becomes an even stronger choice for 158 premises.
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Uses the Telstra wholesale network so FTTN performance is solid, but at a noticeably lower monthly cost. Ideal for lighter usage households. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Menzies, this becomes an even stronger choice for 158 premises.
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One of the cheapest FTTN providers in Australia. Backed by the Vocus network, suitable for basic browsing and streaming on copper. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Menzies, this becomes an even stronger choice for 158 premises.
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No-frills FTTN plans with straightforward pricing. Owned by Kogan, so expect minimal extras but genuine savings on your monthly bill. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Menzies, this becomes an even stronger choice for 158 premises.
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Australian-owned provider offering fair-priced FTTN with a focus on honest customer service. Bundles available with mobile plans. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Menzies, this becomes an even stronger choice for 158 premises.
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Attractive introductory pricing on FTTN plans helps offset the limitations of copper last-mile. No contract lock-in period. With the FTTP upgrade coming to Menzies, this becomes an even stronger choice for 158 premises.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What NBN technology type does Menzies, WA have?
The primary NBN technology in Menzies is NULL, serving the majority of 158 connected premises. The full technology mix is: Satellite (36.1%).
- Is Menzies, WA getting an FTTP upgrade?
As of the latest data, Menzies has not been announced for the NBN FTTP upgrade. Currently 0% of premises have FTTP.
- How many households have internet in Menzies, WA?
According to the 2021 Census, 48.8% of 41 households in Menzies had internet — roughly 20 households online.
- Should I wait for FTTP in Menzies?
Good news — Menzies has been announced for the NBN FTTP upgrade. If you're on a contract, consider a shorter-term plan so you can switch to an FTTP plan once the upgrade is available at your address.
- Why is internet slow in Menzies, WA?
Internet in Menzies is primarily limited by the connection technology available. The dominant technology is NULL, which has known speed limitations.
- What is the cheapest decent plan for Menzies?
On NULL in Menzies, an NBN 25 plan at $49-60/month covers basic browsing and streaming for 1-2 people. If you need more speed, NBN 50 at $55-70/month is the sweet spot for most households.
About this data
PickNBN compiles data from official Australian government sources to give you an independent picture of internet quality in every suburb. We are not affiliated with any internet provider or NBN Co.
- NBN technology data — per-premises technology type from NBN Co records (via nbn-upgrade-map, MIT licence)
- Speed estimates — national benchmarks from the ACCC Measuring Broadband Australia program. Not suburb-specific measurements.
- Household internet stats — ABS Census 2016 at the suburb level (SSC geography)
- FTTP upgrades — NBN Co's announced fibre upgrade suburbs