MK2 postcode
Broadband in MK2 2BE
Bletchley and Fenny Stratford, Milton Keynes
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 11 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at MK2 2BE. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 100% | 100% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | 30-80 Mbps |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | 100-300 Mbps |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | 300-900 Mbps |
| Gigabit | 100% | 100% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Real-World Speeds at MK2 2BE
Based on 76 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
267
Mbps
Upload
192
Mbps
Latency
7
ms
Tests
76
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Cell Tower Coverage near MK2 2BE
Within 1 km
0
towers
Within 2 km
1
towers
Nearest Tower
2.0
km away
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 190
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knowles Nursery School | Nursery | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| Knowles Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| The Premier Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| Bishop Parker Catholic School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Drayton Park School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.0 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
Air quality
Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels
Fair air quality
Air quality data not available.
WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³
WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³
WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Milton Keynes 030A
Population
1,995
Census 2021
Density
3990
per km² · Dense urban
Median Age
34
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01016710
Overall IMD Decile
4 / 10
Below average
Ranked
10,999
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Milton Keynes 030A (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 4 | 10,903 | Below average |
| Employment | 4 | 12,267 | Below average |
| Education | 3 | 32 | Below average |
| Health | 5 | N/A | Average |
| Crime | 2 | N/A | Most deprived |
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
No train stations found within 15 miles
EV charging nearby
Public EV charging points within 5 miles
Gridserve
0.4 mi
away
Gridserve
0.8 mi
away
BP Pulse
1.2 mi
away
Pod Point
1.3 mi
away
BP Pulse
1.6 mi
away
Council tax bands
Band distribution for Milton Keynes
Most common: Band D
~£2,141/yr · Milton Keynes
Annual council tax estimates for Milton Keynes, 2024/25
EPC energy ratings
Energy Performance Certificate distribution for this area
Most common: Band A
EPC score 92–100
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
THE RED HOUSE SURGERY
new patients
THE CROWN PCN
new patients
WESTFIELD ROAD SURGERY
new patients
BEDFORD STREET SURGERY
new patients
MKCCG PHYSICIAN
new patients
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MK2 2BE sits in Bletchley and Fenny Stratford, part of Milton Keynes. This guide covers broadband speeds, house prices, schools, and more. Every figure comes from verified public data sources. Use it alongside your own research when comparing areas.
100% of premises at MK2 2BE can access superfast broadband. The UK average is 93%. This postcode meets or exceeds that benchmark. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of properties. That is solid coverage for bandwidth-heavy households. Gigabit-capable connections cover 100% of premises. Most homes can access gigabit speeds if they choose to. The maximum download speed recorded is Gigabit (1Gbps+). That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.
Translating the numbers at MK2 2BE into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 192.18 Mbps. That handles HD video calls, cloud backups, and uploading large files without issues. Streaming is possible but may stutter at busy times. SD quality is more reliable than HD here. Latency is 7 ms. That is excellent for online gaming, competitive play, and real-time applications. Remote workers may find speeds limiting during peak hours. A wired ethernet connection helps with consistency.
Real-world download speeds at MK2 2BE average 267.41 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 192.18 Mbps. Latency sits at 7 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 76 speed tests run by local users.
Within 2 km that count rises to 1. The nearest tower is 1.96 km away. Operators present include Unknown.
190 crimes were reported near MK2 2BE in the most recent month. The level is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include anti social behaviour and other theft. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.
Knowles Nursery School is the closest school at 0.29 miles. It is a Nursery school. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
Flood risk at MK2 2BE is rated Very Low (Zone 1). The area is not considered at significant risk of flooding. Standard home insurance should be straightforward. Air quality is rated Fair with PM2.5 at 1.5 micrograms per cubic metre.
The LSOA covering MK2 2BE has a population of approximately 1995. Median age is 34. That is close to the national median of 40.
The nearest train station to MK2 2BE is Stockport, 114.9 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ashton-under-Lyne is the next closest at 118.5 miles. Manchester Piccadilly offers another option at 120.7 miles.
The most common council tax band near MK2 2BE is Band D. The billing authority is Milton Keynes. The three most common bands are D (27%), C (25%), E (16%). Band D corresponds to 1991 property values of £68,001 to £88,000. Current values are typically much higher. The spread across mid-range bands suggests a varied housing stock.
4G outdoor coverage at MK2 2BE reaches 100%. Indoor 4G drops to 99.8%. Indoor coverage is close to outdoor levels. Signal should be reliable throughout the building. 5G outdoor coverage is at 99.2%. That makes 5G home broadband a genuine alternative to fixed-line connections. Coverage data covers EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Check each operator individually, as coverage varies by network.
Suitability scores for MK2 2BE: remote working 40/100, family 55/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.
The local authority for MK2 2BE is Milton Keynes. The immediate area is Bletchley and Fenny Stratford, a distinct community within the wider district. The MK2 postcode area contains 370 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across MK2 ranges from 17% to 100%. MK2 2BE is close to the area average of 100%.
How does MK2 2BE compare to its neighbours? MK2 2BG (0.02 miles, Bletchley and Fenny Stratford) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. MK2 2HA (0.03 miles, Bletchley and Fenny Stratford) has 100% superfast coverage and 16.7% gigabit. MK2 2FT (0.04 miles, Bletchley and Fenny Stratford) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. MK2 2NL (0.04 miles, Bletchley and Fenny Stratford) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.
When choosing a broadband provider at MK2 2BE, check what technology reaches your specific address. Availability varies by street and sometimes by building. If fibre is unavailable, consider 4G home broadband or satellite as alternatives. Speeds may still be adequate for most uses. Compare contract lengths, total costs over the term, and exit fees. The cheapest monthly rate is not always the best deal.
The age profile is close to the national median. A mix of families, professionals, and retirees.
Pulling the data together for MK2 2BE, here is what stands out. Connectivity at MK2 2BE is a strength. Strong broadband coverage gives flexibility for both working and leisure. The area scores well on that front. Milton Keynes as a local authority area has its own planning priorities, council services, and infrastructure investment plans. Check the council website for the latest. The data covers what can be measured. Bletchley and Fenny Stratford has its own character that numbers alone cannot capture. Use these figures as a filter, then visit to get the full picture.
Data sources include Ofcom (broadband and mobile), Land Registry (house prices), Police.uk (crime), Ofsted (schools), Environment Agency (flood risk), and Open-Meteo (air quality). Council tax data comes from the Valuation Office Agency. EPC data is from DLUHC. Transport data uses NaPTAN. Speed distribution figures are from Ofcom Connected Nations. All figures are the latest available at the time of writing.
Numbers tell part of the story for MK2 2BE. Visit at different times of day. Talk to neighbours. Check mobile signal indoors. Walk the route to the nearest school or station. Test the broadband speed from inside the property. These things do not show up in data.
That is the full data picture for MK2 2BE in Bletchley and Fenny Stratford. Use it alongside your own research. For the most current broadband speeds, run a live speed test from this page. Check back periodically as data is refreshed with new releases.
Frequently asked questions about MK2 2BE
What are the broadband speeds available at MK2 2BE?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK2 2BE. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near MK2 2BE?
No recent house price data is available for MK2 2BE.
What is the flood risk for properties at MK2 2BE?
MK2 2BE has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1. The area is not at significant risk.
What schools are nearby in the MK2 2BE area?
The nearest school is Knowles Nursery School (Nursery), 0.29 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in MK2 2BE compare to other areas?
190 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is above average for England and Wales.
How suitable is MK2 2BE for remote working?
MK2 2BE scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.
What is the mobile signal like at MK2 2BE?
4G outdoor coverage at MK2 2BE is 100%. 5G reaches 99.2%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near MK2 2BE?
EPC data for MK2 2BE is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at MK2 2BE?
The most common council tax band near MK2 2BE is Band D. The billing authority is Milton Keynes.
How accessible are GP surgeries near MK2 2BE?
GP surgery data for MK2 2BE is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near MK2 2BE?
The nearest train station to MK2 2BE is Stockport, 114.9 miles away. Ashton-under-Lyne is also nearby.
Is MK2 2BE a suitable area for families?
MK2 2BE scores 55/100 for family suitability. Check school and crime sections above for detail.
What is the air quality like at MK2 2BE?
Air quality at MK2 2BE is rated Fair. PM2.5 levels are 1.5 micrograms per cubic metre. Sensitive individuals should take note.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from MK2 2BE?
EV charging data for MK2 2BE is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK2 2BE?
Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.
Area suitability scores
MK2 2BERemote Worker
40Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
55Based 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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Area info
Parish
Bletchley and Fenny Stratford
District
Milton Keynes
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01016710
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