Queensland · Postcode 4406 · Satellite network
NBN & Internet in The Gums, QLD 4406
The Gums is in the middle of a technology transition — Satellite serves the majority of its 192 premises, but Fixed Wireless at 35.4% represents a significant secondary connection. Internet experience can vary substantially depending on which technology serves your specific address.
Typical evening download speeds on Satellite in The Gums range from 12-25 Mbps, based on national ACCC broadband performance benchmarks. Satellite latency is typically 600ms+, making real-time applications challenging regardless of download speed. 78.3% of The Gums's 60 households had an internet connection as of the 2021 Census.
The Gums 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.
Mixed — The Gums's 192 premises are split across technologies. Internet quality depends heavily on your specific address.
Est. $49–$60/mo for a family (NBN 25)
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 |
|---|---|
| Fixed Wireless (FIXED WIRELESS) | 35.4% |
| Unassigned (NULL) | 21.9% |
| Satellite (SATELLITE) | 42.7% |
Speed Expectations by Technology
| Technology | Typical Speed | Max Available |
|---|---|---|
| FIXED WIRELESS (35.4%) | 24 Mbps | 75 Mbps |
| NULL (21.9%) | Data not available | |
| SATELLITE (42.7%) | 20 Mbps | 25 Mbps |
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?
Satellite across The Gums's 192 premises (42.7%) has high latency making cloud apps and video calls challenging with 78.3% of households online
With Satellite in The Gums (192 premises), basic SD streaming is possible but HD and 4K are not practical
Satellite across The Gums's 192 premises has very high latency making real-time gaming impractical
As a smaller suburb on Satellite, The Gums's limited bandwidth is best suited for a single device
Satellite in The Gums (42.7% of 192 premises) has high latency causing noticeable delay, calls frequently drop
Recommended NBN Plans
With The Gums's Satellite connection, a single user gets reliable speeds at $49-60/mo (Satellite caps at NBN 25)
For a couple in The Gums, NBN 25 at $49-60/mo handles streaming and working from home on Satellite (Satellite caps at NBN 25)
NBN 25 at $49-60/mo keeps The Gums families connected across 4+ devices on Satellite (Satellite caps at NBN 25)
Power users in The Gums can push Satellite to its limits with NBN 25 at $49-60/mo (Satellite caps at NBN 25)
In The Gums, Satellite plans are limited to NBN 25 across its 192 premises. Prices are estimates based on typical Australian NBN plans (AUD, March 2026). Actual costs vary by provider.
FTTP Upgrade Status
The Gums has not yet been announced for the NBN FTTP upgrade program.
NBN Co is progressively rolling out fibre upgrades across Australia. Currently 0% of premises in The Gums are on fibre-capable infrastructure. Check the NBN rollout map for the latest updates.
Which suburbs are announced? Open the FTTP upgrade map →What Can You Do?
Internet in The Gums 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
Household internet data from ABS Census 2016. Actual current connectivity rates may differ.
Best Providers for Satellite in The Gums
The Gums's 192 premises are shifting technologies — review your plan to make sure you're on the best option.
Best satellite NBN provider with dedicated regional support team. They understand the unique challenges of Sky Muster connections. In The Gums with 192 Satellite premises, this means consistent value for local households.
View Aussie Broadband plans →Also Recommended
Reliable Sky Muster provider with 4G backup — critical for remote properties where satellite latency and weather outages are common. In The Gums with 192 Satellite premises, this means consistent value for local households.
View Telstra plans →
Satellite broadband specialist with years of Sky Muster experience. Offers flexible data plans tailored to remote usage patterns. In The Gums with 192 Satellite premises, this means consistent value for local households.
View SkyMesh plans →See all 8 providers in The Gums
Established regional ISP offering competitive Sky Muster plans with data top-up flexibility. Good option for remote households watching costs. In The Gums with 192 Satellite premises, this means consistent value for local households.
View Activ8me plans →
Low-Earth orbit satellite delivers 50-200 Mbps with dramatically lower latency than Sky Muster. Best upgrade path for remote properties. In The Gums with 192 Satellite premises, this means consistent value for local households.
View Starlink plans →
Dedicated satellite broadband provider with their own Thaicom satellite infrastructure. An alternative to Sky Muster for very remote locations. In The Gums with 192 Satellite premises, this means consistent value for local households.
View IPSTAR plans →
Budget satellite option with straightforward plans. No-frills approach works well for remote households watching their monthly spend. In The Gums with 192 Satellite premises, this means consistent value for local households.
View TPG plans →
Community-owned telco with strong rural credentials. Their Sky Muster plans come with knowledgeable Australian-based support for remote areas. In The Gums with 192 Satellite premises, this means consistent value for local households.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What NBN technology type does The Gums, QLD have?
The primary NBN technology in The Gums is Satellite, serving the majority of 192 connected premises. The full technology mix is: Satellite (42.7%), Fixed Wireless (35.4%).
- What internet speeds can I get in The Gums, QLD?
Homes in The Gums on Satellite can expect typical evening download speeds of 12-25 Mbps based on ACCC benchmarks.
- Is The Gums, QLD getting an FTTP upgrade?
As of the latest data, The Gums has not been announced for the NBN FTTP upgrade. Currently 0% of premises have FTTP.
- How many households have internet in The Gums, QLD?
According to the 2021 Census, 78.3% of 60 households in The Gums had internet — roughly 47 households online.
- Why is internet slow in The Gums, QLD?
Internet in The Gums is primarily limited by the inherent latency of satellite connections. The dominant technology is Satellite, which has known speed limitations.
- Can I get Starlink in The Gums, QLD?
Starlink is available across most of Australia including The Gums. It may offer faster speeds than the current Satellite connection, with typical downloads of 50-200 Mbps. Hardware costs ~$599 + ~$139/month.
- What is the cheapest decent plan for The Gums?
On Satellite in The Gums, 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