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Broadband in MK41 8AS

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 28 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

TBC

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Rex BlackwellData last verified: 28 March 2026

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Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

Living near MK41 8AS

What broadband is like here

MK41 8AS 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 MK41 8AS can get superfast broadband. Top speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage sits at 100%.

Key facts for movers

  • The average property price at MK41 8AS is £489,800, based on 5 recorded sales. This is above the UK average of around £290,000.
  • The nearest school to MK41 8AS is Brickhill Primary School (Primary), 0.37 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
  • In the latest month of data, 115 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime.
  • Flood risk at MK41 8AS is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
  • Air quality at MK41 8AS 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 8AS

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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House prices

Average price

£489,800

Sales (5 yrs)

Trend

rising

Most recent sale

£460,000 on

DatePriceStreet
£460,000ROWALLAN DRIVE
£481,500ROWALLAN DRIVE
£600,000ROWALLAN DRIVE
£412,500ROWALLAN DRIVE
£495,000ROWALLAN DRIVE

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 115

violent crime37%43
vehicle crime11%13
anti social behaviour11%13
other theft9%10
shoplifting8%9
criminal damage arson7%8
drugs3%4
burglary3%3
public order3%3
bicycle theft3%3
robbery2%2
theft from the person2%2
other crime1%1
possession of weapons1%1

Schools nearby

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

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Brickhill Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.4 mi
Hazeldene SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.5 mi
The Hills AcademyPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.5 mi
Mark Rutherford SchoolSecondaryNot available★★★☆☆0.6 mi
St Thomas More Catholic SchoolSecondaryNot available★★★☆☆0.7 mi
Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory SchoolIndependentNot available★★★☆☆0.7 mi
Scott Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.8 mi
Castle Newnham SchoolSecondaryNot available★★★☆☆0.8 mi
St John Rigby Catholic Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.8 mi
Putnoe Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.9 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

D

Most common: Band D

EPC score 55–68

A
0%
B
0%
C
3%
D
4%
E
1%
F
0%
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

2.0 mi

by road

🚂

Bedford St Johns

2.1 mi

by road

🚂

Kempston Hardwick

5.1 mi

by road

Haversine calculation from postcode coordinates · Straight-line distances

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

PUTNOE MEDICAL CENTRE PARTNERSHIP

MK41 9JE·0.8 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

PUTNOE WALK IN CENTRE

MK41 9JE·0.8 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

ACHE PUTNOE BEDS

MK41 9JE·0.8 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

GOLDINGTON AVENUE SURGERY

MK40 3DB·1.0 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

THE DE PARYS GROUP

MK40 2NT·1.2 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

Type 22 points

1.4 mi

away

🔋

BP Pulse

Type 22 points

1.5 mi

away

🔋

Pod Point

Type 2

1.8 mi

away

🔋

Pod Point

Type 2

1.8 mi

away

🔋

Pod Point

Type 2

1.8 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: E01017530

Overall IMD Decile

10 / 10

Least deprived

Ranked

30,261

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 006B (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income928,540Least deprived
Employment926,389Least deprived
Education94Least deprived
Health8N/AAbove average
Crime9N/ALeast deprived
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: Bedford 006B

Population

1,441

Census 2021

Density

2071

per km² · Dense urban

Median Age

34

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

E01017530

Frequently asked questions about MK41 8AS

What are the broadband speeds available at MK41 8AS?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK41 8AS. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What is the average house price at MK41 8AS?

Based on 5 recorded transactions, the average property price at MK41 8AS is £489,800.

What schools are near MK41 8AS?

The nearest school is Brickhill Primary School (Primary), 0.37 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.

Is MK41 8AS a safe area?

In the latest month of available data, 115 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 8AS?

MK41 8AS has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.

Can I get full fibre broadband at MK41 8AS?

Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK41 8AS. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.

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