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Broadband in MK40 1EG

Bedford, unparished area, Bedford

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Best speedGigabit (1Gbps+)
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 17 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

TBC

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Arthur TuringData last verified: 17 March 2026

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Each person on calls needs around 10 Mbps.

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Cameras, thermostats, speakers and similar devices each use a few Mbps.

Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

Living near MK40 1EG

What broadband is like here

MK40 1EG in Bedford, unparished area — 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

Great news — nearly homes at MK40 1EG can get superfast broadband. Top speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage sits at 100%.

Key facts for movers

  • The average property price at MK40 1EG is £299,500, based on 4 recorded sales. This is roughly in line with UK averages.
  • The nearest school to MK40 1EG is Priory Primary School (Primary), 0.1 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
  • In the latest month of data, 515 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime.
  • Flood risk at MK40 1EG is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
  • Air quality at MK40 1EG is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits.
TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical 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
Gigabit100%
100%
TBC

Mobile coverage

4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

4G Outdoor

100%

4G Indoor

99.7%

5G Outdoor

98.9%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025) · Data at local authority area level

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Area suitability scores

MK40 1EG

Remote Worker

40

Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.

Family

55

Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.

Value for Money

70

Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.

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House prices

Average price

£299,500

Sales (5 yrs)

Trend

falling

Most recent sale

£85,000 on

DatePriceStreet
£85,000WOBURN ROAD
£400,000WOBURN ROAD
£596,000WOBURN ROAD
£117,000WOBURN ROAD

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 515

violent crime43%223
anti social behaviour12%63
other theft8%39
public order6%33
drugs5%28
criminal damage arson5%28
vehicle crime5%26
shoplifting4%21
burglary3%13
robbery2%11
bicycle theft2%10
other crime2%9
possession of weapons1%6
theft from the person1%5

Schools nearby

Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Priory Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.1 mi
Polam SchoolIndependentNot available★★★☆☆0.2 mi
Livingstone Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.4 mi
Bedford CollegeFurther EducationNot available★★★☆☆0.5 mi
Bedford Free SchoolSecondaryNot available★★★☆☆0.5 mi
Queen's Park AcademyPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.6 mi
St Joseph's and St Gregory's Catholic Primary School and NurseryPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.6 mi
Bedford SchoolIndependentNot available★★★☆☆0.6 mi
Westfield Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.7 mi
Edith Cavell Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.7 mi

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Flood risk

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

Environment Agency / getthedata.com Open Flood Risk by Postcode

EPC energy ratings

Energy Performance Certificate distribution for this area

D

Most common: Band D

EPC score 55–68

A
0%
B
0%
C
9%
D
33%
E
13%
F
2%
G
0%
EPC Open Data Communities API

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Bedford

C

Most common: Band C

1,841/yr · Bedford

A
7%£1,381
B
18%£1,611
C
28%£1,841
D
24%£2,071
E
13%£2,531
F
6%£2,991
G
3%£3,452
H
1%£4,142

Annual council tax estimates for Bedford, 2024/25

Valuation Office Agency (VOA) · Check exact band at gov.uk

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

🚂

Bedford

0.1 mi

by road

🚂

Bedford St Johns

0.7 mi

by road

🚂

Kempston Hardwick

3.3 mi

by road

Haversine calculation from postcode coordinates · Straight-line distances

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

ASHBURNHAM ROAD SURGERY

MK40 1DS·0.1 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

GP FOR HOMELESS & ROOTLESS

MK40 1QW·0.2 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

CCS PAEDIATRICIANS

MK40 2SF·0.2 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

HMP BEDFORD

MK40 1HG·0.3 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

LINDEN ROAD SURGERY

MK40 2DQ·0.5 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

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Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

Good air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles)3 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles)8.7 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)2.1 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

Open-Meteo Air Quality API (7-day average) · Guidelines: WHO 2021

EV charging nearby

Public EV charging points within 5 miles

🔋

EV Charger

Type 22 points

0.3 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 22 points

0.3 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 22 points

0.3 mi

away

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 22 points

0.5 mi

away

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 22 points

0.5 mi

away

OpenStreetMap Overpass API (replaces decommissioned DFT National Chargepoint Registry, which closed Nov 2024) · Within 5 miles

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017471

Overall IMD Decile

1 / 10

Most deprived

Ranked

2,035

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 012F (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income12,498Most deprived
Employment11,812Most deprived
Education238Most deprived
Health11Most deprived
Crime11Most deprived
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: Bedford 012F

Population

1,883

Census 2021

Density

7127

per km² · Dense urban

Median Age

32

years (est.)

Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown

Census 2021 (ONS via Nomis NM_2028_1, NM_2026_1)

Area info

Parish

Bedford, unparished area

District

Bedford

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01017471

Frequently asked questions about MK40 1EG

What are the broadband speeds available at MK40 1EG?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK40 1EG. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What is the average house price at MK40 1EG?

Based on 4 recorded transactions, the average property price at MK40 1EG is £299,500.

What schools are near MK40 1EG?

The nearest school is Priory Primary School (Primary), 0.1 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.

Is MK40 1EG a safe area?

In the latest month of available data, 515 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 1EG?

MK40 1EG has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.

Can I get full fibre broadband at MK40 1EG?

Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK40 1EG. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.

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