MK40 postcode
Broadband in MK40 3QF
Bedford, unparished area, Bedford
Superfast broadband covers 100% of premises here.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 29 March 2026
Flood Risk
High
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
Superfast (30Mbps+)
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK40 3QF
What broadband is like here
MK40 3QF 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. Maximum download speeds hit Superfast (30Mbps+) Mbps, which is around the UK average of 69 Mbps.
Key facts for movers
- ✓No recent house price data is available for MK40 3QF. This can happen in areas with very few residential sales.
- ✓The nearest school to MK40 3QF is Bedford Girls' School (Independent), 0.31 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 207 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime.
- ✓Flood risk at MK40 3QF is rated High (Zone 3b). It is worth checking with the Environment Agency for detailed flood maps.
- ✓Air quality at MK40 3QF 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 3QFRemote 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: 207
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford Girls' School | Independent | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| Castle Newnham School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Bedford Free School | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Bedford College | Further Education | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| Shackleton Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Bedford School | Independent | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Cherry Trees Nursery School | Nursery | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| King's Oak Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| KWS School | Independent | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| St John Rigby Catholic Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
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Zone 3b
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Flood risk: High
This postcode is in Zone 3b — high risk of flooding from rivers and sea.
Flood Zone
Zone 3b
Risk Level
High
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
0.6 mi
by road
Bedford
1.1 mi
by road
Kempston Hardwick
3.5 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
LONDON ROAD HEALTH CENTRE
new patients
EAST BEDFORD PCN
new patients
THE DE PARYS GROUP
new patients
GPSI DERMATOLOGY
new patients
BEDFORDSHIRE MSK SERVICE
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
bp
0.6 mi
away
EV Charger
0.6 mi
away
BP Pulse
0.7 mi
away
EV Charger
0.7 mi
away
EV Charger
0.7 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017519
Overall IMD Decile
2 / 10
Most deprived
Ranked
4,687
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 014B (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 2 | 4,909 | Most deprived |
| Employment | 2 | 6,035 | Most deprived |
| Education | 2 | 45 | Most deprived |
| Health | 4 | N/A | Below average |
| Crime | 2 | N/A | Most deprived |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Bedford 014B
Population
1,635
Census 2021
Density
1611
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
E01017519
Frequently asked questions about MK40 3QF
What are the broadband speeds available at MK40 3QF?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK40 3QF. Maximum download speeds reach Superfast (30Mbps+) Mbps.
What schools are near MK40 3QF?
The nearest school is Bedford Girls' School (Independent), 0.31 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK40 3QF a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 207 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 3QF?
MK40 3QF has a High flood risk rating, classified as Zone 3b by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK40 3QF?
Ultrafast availability data is being updated. Check with providers like BT, Virgin Media, or Openreach for the latest full fibre rollout status at MK40 3QF.
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