MK40 postcode
Broadband in MK40 4ZA
Bedford, unparished area, Bedford
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 17 March 2026
Flood Risk
TBC
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK40 4ZA
What broadband is like here
Thinking about Bedford, unparished area? MK40 4ZA has 100% superfast broadband availability. But there's more to a postcode than download speeds.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
What this means
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises here, and ultrafast (100Mbps+) reaches 100%. Maximum download speeds hit Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps, which is around the UK average of 69 Mbps.
Key facts for movers
- ✓The average property price at MK40 4ZA is £425,995, based on 5 recorded sales. This is above the UK average of around £290,000.
- ✓The nearest school to MK40 4ZA is Great Ouse Primary Academy (Primary), 0.22 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 380 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime.
- ✓Flood risk data for this postcode is being updated.
- ✓Air quality at MK40 4ZA 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
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
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Area suitability scores
MK40 4ZARemote 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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House prices
Average price
£425,995
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
falling
Most recent sale
£299,995 on
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £299,995 | ABERDEEN PLACE | |
| £414,995 | ABERDEEN PLACE | |
| £499,995 | ABERDEEN PLACE | |
| £499,995 | ABERDEEN PLACE | |
| £414,995 | ABERDEEN PLACE |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 380
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Ouse Primary Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.2 mi |
| Biddenham International School and Sports College | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Westfield Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| St Joseph's and St Gregory's Catholic Primary School and Nursery | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| Queen's Park Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| St James' CofE Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| Bedford Modern School | Independent | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Polam School | Independent | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Livingstone Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Edith Cavell Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
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Check Deals →EPC energy ratings
Energy Performance Certificate distribution for this area
Most common: Band B
EPC score 81–91
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
0.8 mi
by road
Bedford St Johns
1.5 mi
by road
Kempston Hardwick
3.5 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
QUEENS PARK HEALTH CENTRE
new patients
LINDEN ROAD SURGERY
new patients
CARITAS MEDICAL PCN
new patients
BMI THE MANOR HOSPITAL
new patients
ASHBURNHAM ROAD SURGERY
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
InstaVolt
0.4 mi
away
Pod Point
0.5 mi
away
Pod Point
0.5 mi
away
Pod Point
0.5 mi
away
Pod Point
0.5 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017535
Overall IMD Decile
4 / 10
Below average
Ranked
12,796
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 013A (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 4 | 11,005 | Below average |
| Employment | 4 | 11,555 | Below average |
| Education | 4 | 21 | Below average |
| Health | 5 | N/A | Average |
| Crime | 2 | N/A | Most deprived |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Bedford 013A
Population
2,211
Census 2021
Density
3081
per km² · Dense urban
Median Age
34
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
E01017535
Frequently asked questions about MK40 4ZA
What are the broadband speeds available at MK40 4ZA?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK40 4ZA. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price at MK40 4ZA?
Based on 5 recorded transactions, the average property price at MK40 4ZA is £425,995.
What schools are near MK40 4ZA?
The nearest school is Great Ouse Primary Academy (Primary), 0.22 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK40 4ZA a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 380 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is above average — check Police.uk for a detailed breakdown.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK40 4ZA?
Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK40 4ZA. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.
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