MK40 postcode
Broadband in MK40 2ED
Bedford, unparished area, Bedford
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 5 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
52% Gigabit
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK40 2ED
What broadband is like here
MK40 2ED 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
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises here, and ultrafast (100Mbps+) reaches 52.3%. Maximum download speeds hit 52% Gigabit Mbps, which is above the UK average of 69 Mbps.
Key facts for movers
- ✓The average property price at MK40 2ED is £267,889, based on 9 recorded sales. This is roughly in line with UK averages.
- ✓The nearest school to MK40 2ED is Livingstone Primary School (Primary), 0.23 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 375 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime.
- ✓Flood risk at MK40 2ED is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at MK40 2ED 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) | 52% | 52% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 52% | 52% | TBC |
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
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Area suitability scores
MK40 2EDRemote Worker
70Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
55Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
70Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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House prices
Average price
£267,889
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
falling
Most recent sale
£485,000 on
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £485,000 | SHAKESPEARE ROAD | |
| £165,000 | SHAKESPEARE ROAD | |
| £125,000 | SHAKESPEARE ROAD | |
| £155,500 | SHAKESPEARE ROAD | |
| £128,000 | SHAKESPEARE ROAD | |
| £125,000 | SHAKESPEARE ROAD | |
| £165,000 | SHAKESPEARE ROAD | |
| £137,500 | SHAKESPEARE ROAD | |
| £925,000 | SHAKESPEARE ROAD |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 375
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Livingstone Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.2 mi |
| Polam School | Independent | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| Bedford Modern School | Independent | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Edith Cavell Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Great Ouse Primary Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Priory Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Queen's Park Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| St Joseph's and St Gregory's Catholic Primary School and Nursery | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Westfield Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Biddenham International School and Sports College | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 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
EPC energy ratings
Energy Performance Certificate distribution for this area
Most common: Band C
EPC score 69–80
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
0.5 mi
by road
Bedford St Johns
1.1 mi
by road
Kempston Hardwick
3.6 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
LINDEN ROAD SURGERY
new patients
CCS PAEDIATRICIANS
new patients
ASHBURNHAM ROAD SURGERY
new patients
HMP BEDFORD
new patients
GP FOR HOMELESS & ROOTLESS
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
Pod Point
0.4 mi
away
Pod Point
0.4 mi
away
Pod Point
0.4 mi
away
Pod Point
0.4 mi
away
InstaVolt
0.4 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017499
Overall IMD Decile
3 / 10
Below average
Ranked
9,276
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 010C (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 4 | 12,482 | Below average |
| Employment | 3 | 6,961 | Below average |
| Education | 6 | 15 | Average |
| Health | 2 | 1 | Most deprived |
| Crime | 7 | N/A | Above average |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Bedford 010C
Population
1,380
Census 2021
Density
985
per km² · Urban
Median Age
38
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
E01017499
Frequently asked questions about MK40 2ED
What are the broadband speeds available at MK40 2ED?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK40 2ED. Maximum download speeds reach 52% Gigabit Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 52.3%.
What is the average house price at MK40 2ED?
Based on 9 recorded transactions, the average property price at MK40 2ED is £267,889.
What schools are near MK40 2ED?
The nearest school is Livingstone Primary School (Primary), 0.23 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK40 2ED a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 375 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 2ED?
MK40 2ED has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK40 2ED?
Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 52.3% of premises at MK40 2ED. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.
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