MK45 postcode
Broadband in MK45 2LQ
Ampthill, Central Bedfordshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 26 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 2LQ
What broadband is like here
MK45 2LQ in Ampthill — broadband, schools, safety, and property prices all in one place. Here's what the numbers tell us.
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
- ✓No recent house price data is available for MK45 2LQ. This can happen in areas with very few residential sales.
- ✓The nearest school to MK45 2LQ is Alameda Middle School (Secondary), 0.06 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 41 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is a moderate level. The most common category was violent crime.
- ✓Flood risk at MK45 2LQ is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at MK45 2LQ 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
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4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
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Area suitability scores
MK45 2LQRemote 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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Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 41
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alameda Middle School | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.1 mi |
| The Firs Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.1 mi |
| Russell Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| Redborne Upper School and Community College | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Templefield Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.7 mi |
| Maulden Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.7 mi |
| Woodland Middle School Academy | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.7 mi |
| Kingsmoor Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.8 mi |
| Flitwick Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.9 mi |
| Greenfield CofE VC Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.3 mi |
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Zone 1
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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
1.7 mi
by road
Millbrook (Beds)
2.3 mi
by road
Lidlington
2.7 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
Abby-Dawn
1.2 mi
away
Bill-Alan
1.2 mi
away
EV Charger
1.3 mi
away
EV Charger
1.3 mi
away
EV Charger
1.3 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017375
Overall IMD Decile
9 / 10
Least deprived
Ranked
28,860
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Central Bedfordshire 012E (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 8 | 23,229 | Above average |
| Employment | 9 | 26,976 | Least deprived |
| Education | 9 | 3 | Least deprived |
| Health | 8 | N/A | Above average |
| Crime | 8 | N/A | Above average |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 012E
Population
1,469
Census 2021
Density
4007
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
E01017375
Frequently asked questions about MK45 2LQ
What are the broadband speeds available at MK45 2LQ?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK45 2LQ. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What schools are near MK45 2LQ?
The nearest school is Alameda Middle School (Secondary), 0.06 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK45 2LQ a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 41 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is a moderate level.
What is the flood risk at MK45 2LQ?
MK45 2LQ has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK45 2LQ?
Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK45 2LQ. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.
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