Question 1

What are the desktop Core Web Vitals for www.gov.uk?

Accepted Answer

www.gov.uk desktop-only p75 metrics from Google CrUX: LCP 524ms (good), INP 44ms (good), CLS 0.000 (good). Desktop typically shows better LCP + INP than mobile due to faster hardware + network.

Question 2

Why is desktop performance better than mobile for www.gov.uk?

Accepted Answer

Desktop hardware (more CPU, more RAM, wired network) typically renders pages faster than mobile (battery-constrained CPU, slower cellular), so desktop often shows better LCP and INP on the same site. CLS varies less by device. Compare directly at /www.gov.uk/mobile for the same time window.

Question 3

How current is the desktop CrUX data for www.gov.uk?

Accepted Answer

Collection window: 2026-10-06 to 2026-11-02. Google CrUX publishes monthly aggregates; data is 28-day p75 trailing. Refresh cadence is automated.