MK40 postcode
Broadband in MK40 1AY
Bedford, unparished area, Bedford
Superfast broadband covers 100% of premises here.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 22 March 2026
Flood Risk
Medium
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
Superfast (30Mbps+)
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK40 1AY
What broadband is like here
Looking at broadband in MK40 1AY? Here's what you need to know about internet speeds, local amenities, and life in Bedford, unparished area.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
What this means
Great news — nearly homes at MK40 1AY can get superfast broadband. Top speeds reach Superfast (30Mbps+) Mbps.
Key facts for movers
- ✓No recent house price data is available for MK40 1AY. This can happen in areas with very few residential sales.
- ✓The nearest school to MK40 1AY is Bedford College (Further Education), 0.1 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 569 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime.
- ✓Flood risk at MK40 1AY is rated Medium (Zone 3a). It is worth checking with the Environment Agency for detailed flood maps.
- ✓Air quality at MK40 1AY 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) | 0% | 0% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 0% | 0% | 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
MK40 1AYRemote Worker
40Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
50Based 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: 569
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford College | Further Education | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.1 mi |
| Bedford Free School | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.2 mi |
| Bedford Girls' School | Independent | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| Priory Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Bedford School | Independent | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Polam School | Independent | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| Peter Pan Nursery School | Nursery | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| Cauldwell School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Castle Newnham School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Livingstone Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
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Zone 3a
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Flood risk: Medium
This postcode is in Zone 3a — medium risk of flooding from rivers and sea.
Flood Zone
Zone 3a
Risk Level
Medium
EPC energy ratings
Energy Performance Certificate distribution for this area
Most common: Band A
EPC score 92–100
Council tax bands
Band distribution for Bedford
Most common: Band C
~£1,841/yr · Bedford
Annual council tax estimates for Bedford, 2024/25
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
Bedford St Johns
0.4 mi
by road
Bedford
0.5 mi
by road
Kempston Hardwick
3.3 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
GP FOR HOMELESS & ROOTLESS
new patients
HMP BEDFORD
new patients
ASHBURNHAM ROAD SURGERY
new patients
CAULDWELL MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
ICDS
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
0.1 mi
away
EV Charger
0.1 mi
away
EV Charger
0.1 mi
away
EV Charger
0.1 mi
away
BP Pulse
0.2 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017466
Overall IMD Decile
1 / 10
Most deprived
Ranked
2,998
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 012A (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 2 | 3,639 | Most deprived |
| Employment | 2 | 4,015 | Most deprived |
| Education | 2 | 43 | Most deprived |
| Health | 1 | 1 | Most deprived |
| Crime | 1 | 1 | Most deprived |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Bedford 012A
Population
2,306
Census 2021
Density
6747
per km² · Dense urban
Median Age
32
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Bedford, unparished area
District
Bedford
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01017466
Frequently asked questions about MK40 1AY
What are the broadband speeds available at MK40 1AY?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK40 1AY. Maximum download speeds reach Superfast (30Mbps+) Mbps.
What schools are near MK40 1AY?
The nearest school is Bedford College (Further Education), 0.1 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK40 1AY a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 569 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is above average — check Police.uk for a detailed breakdown.
What is the flood risk at MK40 1AY?
MK40 1AY has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Zone 3a by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK40 1AY?
Ultrafast availability data is being updated. Check with providers like BT, Virgin Media, or Openreach for the latest full fibre rollout status at MK40 1AY.
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