MK40 postcode
Broadband in MK40 3UY
Bedford, unparished area, Bedford
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 25 March 2026
Flood Risk
Medium
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK40 3UY
What broadband is like here
MK40 3UY 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 3UY can get superfast broadband. Top speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage sits at 100%.
Key facts for movers
- ✓No recent house price data is available for MK40 3UY. This can happen in areas with very few residential sales.
- ✓The nearest school to MK40 3UY is KWS School (Independent), 0.44 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 196 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime.
- ✓Flood risk at MK40 3UY is rated Medium (Zone 3a). It is worth checking with the Environment Agency for detailed flood maps.
- ✓Air quality at MK40 3UY 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) | 100% | 100% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 100% | 100% | 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 3UYRemote 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: 196
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KWS School | Independent | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Castle Newnham School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| Bedford Girls' School | Independent | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| King's Oak Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Goldington Academy | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| St John Rigby Catholic Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
| Bedford Free School | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
| Shackleton Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
| Cherry Trees Nursery School | Nursery | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
| Bedford College | Further Education | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 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
0.9 mi
by road
Bedford
1.4 mi
by road
Kempston Hardwick
3.7 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
GOLDINGTON AVENUE SURGERY
new patients
GPSI DERMATOLOGY
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
0.8 mi
away
EV Charger
0.8 mi
away
EV Charger
0.9 mi
away
BP Pulse
1.0 mi
away
BP Pulse
1.0 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017524
Overall IMD Decile
5 / 10
Average
Ranked
16,122
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 011A (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 6 | 17,312 | Average |
| Employment | 5 | 15,523 | Average |
| Education | 7 | 10 | Above average |
| Health | 5 | N/A | Average |
| Crime | 3 | N/A | Below average |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Bedford 011A
Population
1,689
Census 2021
Density
1958
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
E01017524
Frequently asked questions about MK40 3UY
What are the broadband speeds available at MK40 3UY?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK40 3UY. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What schools are near MK40 3UY?
The nearest school is KWS School (Independent), 0.44 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK40 3UY a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 196 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 3UY?
MK40 3UY has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Zone 3a by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK40 3UY?
Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK40 3UY. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.
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