MK17 postcode
Broadband in MK17 8RX
Aspley Guise, Central Bedfordshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 2 March 2026
Flood Risk
Medium
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at MK17 8RX. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 100% | 100% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | 30-80 Mbps |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 94% | 94% | 100-300 Mbps |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | 300-900 Mbps |
| Gigabit | 94% | 94% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Speed Distribution at MK17 8RX
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at MK17 8RX
Based on 119 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
307
Mbps
Upload
251
Mbps
Latency
15
ms
Tests
119
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at MK17 8RX
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Cell Tower Coverage near MK17 8RX
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
House prices
Average price
£349,333
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
unknown
Most recent sale
£535,000 on
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £535,000 | STATION ROAD | |
| £258,000 | STATION ROAD | |
| £255,000 | STATION ROAD |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 11
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fulbrook | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.1 mi |
| Swallowfield Primary | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.2 mi |
| Aspley Guise Village School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.2 mi |
| Glebe Farm School | All-through | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.3 mi |
| St Mary's Wavendon CofE Primary | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.3 mi |
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Flood risk
Zone 2/3
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Flood risk: Medium
This postcode is in Zone 2/3 — medium risk of flooding from rivers and sea.
Flood Zone
Zone 2/3
Risk Level
Medium
Air quality
Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels
Fair air quality
Air quality data not available.
WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³
WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³
WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 007A
Population
1,193
Census 2021
Density
126
per km² · Suburban
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017379
Overall IMD Decile
7 / 10
Above average
Ranked
21,697
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Central Bedfordshire 007A (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 7 | 22,925 | Above average |
| Employment | 8 | 26,009 | Above average |
| Education | 7 | 10 | Above average |
| Health | 7 | N/A | Above average |
| Crime | 6 | N/A | Average |
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
No train stations found within 15 miles
EV charging nearby
Public EV charging points within 5 miles
BP Pulse
1.9 mi
away
BP Pulse
1.9 mi
away
BP Pulse
2.0 mi
away
PodPoint Charging Station
2.4 mi
away
Polar Network Charging Station
2.4 mi
away
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
EPC energy ratings
Energy Performance Certificate distribution for this area
Most common: Band E
EPC score 39–54
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
ASPLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
ASCENT PCN HUB
new patients
WALNUT TREE HEALTH CENTRE
new patients
BROOKLANDS HEALTH CENTRE
new patients
MILTON KEYNES VILLAGE SURG
new patients
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Aspley Guise is home to MK17 8RX. Whether you live here or plan to move, the data below paints a clear picture. Broadband, schools, crime, house prices, and local services all follow. The numbers speak for themselves.
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at MK17 8RX stands at 100%. That is above the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 93.8% of properties. That is solid coverage for bandwidth-heavy households. Gigabit-capable connections cover 93.8% of premises. Most homes can access gigabit speeds if they choose to. The maximum download speed recorded is Gigabit (1Gbps+). That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.
Here is how broadband speeds break down across premises at MK17 8RX. 100% of connections fall in the 300 Mbps or faster range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls. Over half of connections exceed 300 Mbps. That supports multiple 4K streams, large file transfers, and cloud gaming without issue.
Translating the numbers at MK17 8RX into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 251.08 Mbps. That handles HD video calls, cloud backups, and uploading large files without issues. Streaming is possible but may stutter at busy times. SD quality is more reliable than HD here. Latency sits at 15 ms. Acceptable for most online gaming. Competitive players may notice occasional lag. Remote workers may find speeds limiting during peak hours. A wired ethernet connection helps with consistency.
FWA broadband has not reached MK17 8RX yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.
Ookla Speedtest users at MK17 8RX see average downloads of 307.36 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 251.08 Mbps. Latency sits at 15 ms. That is acceptable for most online activities. This is based on 119 speed tests run by local users.
The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At MK17 8RX, 0% of properties do not meet this threshold. Every property here meets the minimum standard. That is not the case everywhere. Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 100% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.
The nearest tower is 2.24 km away.
House prices near MK17 8RX sit at £349,333 on average. This puts the area near the national benchmark. This is based on 3 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.
11 crimes were reported near MK17 8RX in the most recent month. The level is relatively low. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include anti social behaviour and burglary. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.
Fulbrook is the closest school at 0.08 miles. It is a Secondary school. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
Flood risk at MK17 8RX is rated Medium (Zone 2/3). Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information. Specialist flood insurance may be needed. Air quality is rated Fair with PM2.5 at 2.5 micrograms per cubic metre.
The LSOA covering MK17 8RX has a population of approximately 1193. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.
Stockport station is the closest rail link at 115.4 miles from MK17 8RX. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ashton-under-Lyne is the next closest at 118.8 miles. Manchester Piccadilly offers another option at 121.2 miles.
The most common council tax band near MK17 8RX is Band D. The billing authority is Central Bedfordshire. The three most common bands are D (26%), C (22%), E (18%). Band D corresponds to 1991 property values of £68,001 to £88,000. Current values are typically much higher. The spread across mid-range bands suggests a varied housing stock.
Outdoor 4G mobile signal at MK17 8RX is available across 99.9% of the area. Indoor 4G drops to 99.5%. Indoor coverage is close to outdoor levels. Signal should be reliable throughout the building. 5G outdoor coverage is at 97.8%. That makes 5G home broadband a genuine alternative to fixed-line connections. Coverage data covers EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Check each operator individually, as coverage varies by network.
Suitability scores for MK17 8RX: remote working 40/100, family 85/100, value 60/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.
MK17 8RX falls within the Central Bedfordshire local authority area. The immediate area is Aspley Guise, a distinct community within the wider district. The MK17 postcode area contains 894 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across MK17 ranges from 0% to 100%. MK17 8RX is above the area average of 92%.
How does MK17 8RX compare to its neighbours? MK17 8RU (0.03 miles, Woburn Sands) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. MK17 8RZ (0.03 miles, Woburn Sands) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. MK17 8SA (0.05 miles, Woburn Sands) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. MK17 8SJ (0.05 miles, Aspley Guise) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.
Broadband availability varies by provider and by property. At MK17 8RX, check individual coverage tools from BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local operators. If fibre is unavailable, consider 4G home broadband or satellite as alternatives. Speeds may still be adequate for most uses. Compare contract lengths, total costs over the term, and exit fees. The cheapest monthly rate is not always the best deal.
The age profile is close to the national median. A mix of families, professionals, and retirees.
Looking at the overall picture for MK17 8RX, a few things are worth highlighting. Connectivity at MK17 8RX is a strength. Strong broadband coverage gives flexibility for both working and leisure. The area scores well on that front. Central Bedfordshire as a local authority area has its own planning priorities, council services, and infrastructure investment plans. Check the council website for the latest. The data covers what can be measured. Aspley Guise has its own character that numbers alone cannot capture. Use these figures as a filter, then visit to get the full picture.
Data sources include Ofcom (broadband and mobile), Land Registry (house prices), Police.uk (crime), Ofsted (schools), Environment Agency (flood risk), and Open-Meteo (air quality). Council tax data comes from the Valuation Office Agency. EPC data is from DLUHC. Transport data uses NaPTAN. Speed distribution figures are from Ofcom Connected Nations. All figures are the latest available at the time of writing.
Before making a decision about MK17 8RX, visit in person. Check the commute at rush hour. Try the mobile signal indoors. Look at local shops and green spaces. Ask about broadband reliability, not just speed. Data sets the scene, but real life fills in the gaps.
This covers the key data for MK17 8RX. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. For area-wide trends, see the Aspley Guise hub page. Bookmark this page and check back as new data arrives.
Frequently asked questions about MK17 8RX
What are the broadband speeds available at MK17 8RX?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK17 8RX. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 93.8%.
What is the average house price near MK17 8RX?
The average property price at MK17 8RX is £349,333, based on 3 recorded transactions.
What is the flood risk for properties at MK17 8RX?
MK17 8RX has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Zone 2/3. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.
What schools are nearby in the MK17 8RX area?
The nearest school is Fulbrook (Secondary), 0.08 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in MK17 8RX compare to other areas?
11 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.
How suitable is MK17 8RX for remote working?
MK17 8RX scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.
What is the mobile signal like at MK17 8RX?
4G outdoor coverage at MK17 8RX is 99.9%. 5G reaches 97.8%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near MK17 8RX?
EPC data for MK17 8RX is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at MK17 8RX?
The most common council tax band near MK17 8RX is Band D. The billing authority is Central Bedfordshire.
How accessible are GP surgeries near MK17 8RX?
GP surgery data for MK17 8RX is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near MK17 8RX?
The nearest train station to MK17 8RX is Stockport, 115.4 miles away. Ashton-under-Lyne is also nearby.
Is MK17 8RX a suitable area for families?
MK17 8RX scores 85/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.
What is the air quality like at MK17 8RX?
Air quality at MK17 8RX is rated Fair. PM2.5 levels are 2.5 micrograms per cubic metre. Sensitive individuals should take note.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from MK17 8RX?
EV charging data for MK17 8RX is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK17 8RX?
Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 93.8% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.
Area suitability scores
MK17 8RXRemote Worker
40Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
85Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
60Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
Map
Area info
Parish
Aspley Guise
District
Central Bedfordshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01017379
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