MK45 postcode
Broadband in MK45 2HN
Ampthill, Central Bedfordshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 17 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK45 2HN
What broadband is like here
MK45 2HN sits in Ampthill, Central Bedfordshire. Whether you're moving in or checking your options, here's the full picture of broadband and local living.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
What this means
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises here, and ultrafast (100Mbps+) reaches 100%. Maximum download speeds hit Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps, which is around the UK average of 69 Mbps.
Key facts for movers
- ✓The average property price at MK45 2HN is £485,000, based on 10 recorded sales. This is above the UK average of around £290,000.
- ✓The nearest school to MK45 2HN is Redborne Upper School and Community College (Secondary), 0.13 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 57 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime.
- ✓Flood risk at MK45 2HN is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at MK45 2HN is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits.
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 100% | 100% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | TBC |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 100% | 100% | TBC |
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
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Area suitability scores
MK45 2HNRemote Worker
40Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
70Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
50Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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House prices
Average price
£485,000
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
rising
Most recent sale
£599,000 on
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £599,000 | ELDER WAY | |
| £610,000 | ELDER WAY | |
| £590,000 | ELDER WAY | |
| £520,000 | ELDER WAY | |
| £540,000 | ELDER WAY | |
| £530,000 | ELDER WAY | |
| £126,000 | ELDER WAY | |
| £417,500 | ELDER WAY | |
| £500,000 | ELDER WAY | |
| £417,500 | ELDER WAY |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 57
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redborne Upper School and Community College | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.1 mi |
| The Firs Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Russell Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Alameda Middle School | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| Templefield Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
| Woodland Middle School Academy | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.2 mi |
| Kingsmoor Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.2 mi |
| Flitwick Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.4 mi |
| Maulden Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.7 mi |
| Greenfield CofE VC Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.8 mi |
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Zone 1
🟢
Very low flood risk
This postcode has no recorded flood risk from rivers or sea according to Environment Agency data.
Flood Zone
Zone 1
Risk Level
Very Low
Council tax bands
Band distribution for Central Bedfordshire
Most common: Band D
~£2,071/yr · Central Bedfordshire
Annual council tax estimates for Central Bedfordshire, 2024/25
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
Flitwick
1.2 mi
by road
Millbrook (Beds)
2.8 mi
by road
Lidlington
3.1 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
GREENSAND SURGERY (AMPTHILL)
new patients
HOUGHTON CLOSE SURGERY
new patients
WMB COMMUNITY OPHTHALMOLOGY
new patients
COMMUNITY ENT CLINIC
new patients
HILLTON PCN
new patients
Air quality
Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels
Good air quality
Air quality data not available.
WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³
WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³
WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³
EV charging nearby
Public EV charging points within 5 miles
EV Charger
1.4 mi
away
Abby-Dawn
1.4 mi
away
Bill-Alan
1.4 mi
away
EV Charger
1.4 mi
away
EV Charger
1.4 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017371
Overall IMD Decile
10 / 10
Least deprived
Ranked
32,329
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Central Bedfordshire 012A (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 9 | 28,543 | Least deprived |
| Employment | 10 | 31,440 | Least deprived |
| Education | 9 | 4 | Least deprived |
| Health | 10 | -1 | Least deprived |
| Crime | 8 | N/A | Above average |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 012A
Population
1,788
Census 2021
Density
3614
per km² · Dense urban
Median Age
34
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Ampthill
District
Central Bedfordshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01017371
Frequently asked questions about MK45 2HN
What are the broadband speeds available at MK45 2HN?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK45 2HN. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price at MK45 2HN?
Based on 10 recorded transactions, the average property price at MK45 2HN is £485,000.
What schools are near MK45 2HN?
The nearest school is Redborne Upper School and Community College (Secondary), 0.13 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK45 2HN a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 57 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is above average — check Police.uk for a detailed breakdown.
What is the flood risk at MK45 2HN?
MK45 2HN has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK45 2HN?
Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK45 2HN. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.
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