Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
54K
Population
9 km2
Area
284 Mbps
Internet
Europe/London
Timezone
OVERVIEW
Acton is a city in United Kingdom with a population of 54K. Internet speeds average 284 Mbps download. The city has 48,879 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
United Kingdom
Region
Northern Europe
Population
54K
Timezone
Europe/London
Currency
GBP
Language
English
GPS
51.51, -0.28
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Infrastructure
48,879 points of interest mapped in Acton — 5,313 per km2
Tech
284 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
A smaller city of 53,689 people in United Kingdom
INFRASTRUCTURE
48,879 total POIs 5,312.9 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
4,432
Cafes
2,835
Bars
1,807
Fast Food
2,143
Shopping
Supermarkets
553
Convenience
2,070
Shopping Malls
103
Healthcare
Hospitals
82
Clinics
1,136
Pharmacies
556
Education
Schools
1,632
Universities
180
Libraries
177
Recreation
Parks
5,814
Playgrounds
1,269
Sports
1,149
Cinemas
67
Museums
96
Theatres
128
Transport
Bus Stops
7,610
Train Stations
273
Fuel Stations
202
Services
Banks
338
ATMs
609
Post Offices
252
Police
51
Fire Stations
40
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
284 Mbps
Download
163 Mbps
Upload
10ms
Latency
217,880
Tests
61,951
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Acton known for?
Acton is a city in United Kingdom. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Acton?
Acton has an average download speed of 284 Mbps and upload speed of 163 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the population of Acton?
The population of Acton is approximately 54K.
What infrastructure does Acton have?
Acton has 48,879 mapped points of interest, including 4,432 restaurants, 82 hospitals, 1,632 schools.
What country is Acton in?
Acton is located in United Kingdom.
