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Broadband in MK41 7SH

Bedford, unparished area, Bedford

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Best speedGigabit (1Gbps+)
StandardSuperfastGigabit
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 21 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

TBC

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Rex BlackwellData last verified: 21 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

Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at MK41 7SH. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

Living near MK41 7SH

What broadband is like here

Looking at broadband in MK41 7SH? Here's what you need to know about internet speeds, local amenities, and life in Bedford, unparished area.

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

What this means

Great news — nearly homes at MK41 7SH 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 MK41 7SH. This can happen in areas with very few residential sales.
  • The nearest school to MK41 7SH is Livingstone Primary School (Primary), 0.09 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
  • In the latest month of data, 434 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime.
  • Flood risk at MK41 7SH is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
  • Air quality at MK41 7SH 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

MK41 7SH

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

50

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

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Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 434

violent crime44%193
anti social behaviour13%57
other theft7%29
public order7%29
drugs6%26
criminal damage arson5%23
vehicle crime4%19
robbery3%12
shoplifting3%12
burglary2%9
other crime2%7
bicycle theft2%7
theft from the person1%6
possession of weapons1%5

Schools nearby

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

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Livingstone Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.1 mi
Edith Cavell Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.3 mi
Polam SchoolIndependentNot available★★★☆☆0.3 mi
Bedford Modern SchoolIndependentNot available★★★☆☆0.3 mi
Priory Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.5 mi
Bedford SchoolIndependentNot available★★★☆☆0.5 mi
Great Ouse Primary AcademyPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.7 mi
Bedford Greenacre Independent SchoolIndependentNot available★★★☆☆0.7 mi
Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory SchoolIndependentNot available★★★☆☆0.7 mi
Bedford CollegeFurther EducationNot available★★★☆☆0.8 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

E

Most common: Band E

EPC score 39–54

A
0%
B
0%
C
0%
D
3%
E
5%
F
1%
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

0.6 mi

by road

🚂

Bedford St Johns

1.1 mi

by road

🚂

Kempston Hardwick

3.8 mi

by road

Haversine calculation from postcode coordinates · Straight-line distances

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

LINDEN ROAD SURGERY

MK40 2DQ·0.2 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

CCS PAEDIATRICIANS

MK40 2SF·0.3 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

HMP BEDFORD

MK40 1HG·0.4 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

ASHBURNHAM ROAD SURGERY

MK40 1DS·0.6 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

THE DE PARYS GROUP

MK40 2NT·0.7 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

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 22 points

0.5 mi

away

🔋

Pod Point

Type 2

0.5 mi

away

🔋

Pod Point

Type 2

0.5 mi

away

🔋

Pod Point

Type 2

0.5 mi

away

🔋

Pod Point

Type 2

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: E01017500

Overall IMD Decile

2 / 10

Most deprived

Ranked

5,053

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 010D (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income26,459Most deprived
Employment23,544Most deprived
Education424Below average
Health11Most deprived
Crime3N/ABelow average
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: Bedford 010D

Population

1,192

Census 2021

Density

8936

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

E01017500

Frequently asked questions about MK41 7SH

What are the broadband speeds available at MK41 7SH?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK41 7SH. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What schools are near MK41 7SH?

The nearest school is Livingstone Primary School (Primary), 0.09 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.

Is MK41 7SH a safe area?

In the latest month of available data, 434 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is above average — check Police.uk for a detailed breakdown.

What is the flood risk at MK41 7SH?

MK41 7SH has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.

Can I get full fibre broadband at MK41 7SH?

Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK41 7SH. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.

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