MK44 postcode
Broadband in MK44 2ER
Bolnhurst and Keysoe, Bedford
Superfast broadband covers 37.5% of premises here.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 7 March 2026
Flood Risk
Medium
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
38% Superfast
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK44 2ER
What's MK44 2ER actually like? We checked Bolnhurst and Keysoe's data across 15+ categories. Broadband speeds and real-world performance. House prices and recent sales. Crime rates and categories. Schools, flood risk, air quality, GP access, and transport links. Everything below comes from official public data. Updated regularly. Specific to this postcode wherever possible.
Broadband at MK44 2ER is below average. Superfast covers just 38% of premises. The UK average sits at 93%. Big gap here. Video calls may drop. Streaming will buffer. Check if 4G or 5G home broadband is an option. Some providers offer mobile broadband alternatives. No gigabit connections available yet. Top speeds listed as 38% Superfast.
Ofcom data covers availability. Ookla measures real performance. Average download at MK44 2ER: 71 Mbps. Upload: 19 Mbps. Latency: 12ms. Around the UK average. Fine for most households. HD streaming and video calls should work well. Multiple devices can share this comfortably.
16.7% of premises here miss the USO threshold. That's 10 Mbps down and 1 Mbps up. A legal minimum, and some homes don't reach it. Contact BT if you're affected. They must provide a solution. Next-gen fibre infrastructure covers 100% of premises. Most of the area has modern fibre connections.
Property prices in Bolnhurst and Keysoe average £1,200,000. That's well above the UK average of £290,000. About 314% higher than the national figure. Based on one Land Registry transaction. Most recent sale: £1,200,000. A property in December 2025. Few sales on record. Prices may not reflect current market values. Check Rightmove for current asking prices nearby. Higher price bracket. Budget for stamp duty carefully. Stamp duty at this level adds thousands to the cost.
Police.uk data: 0 incidents last month. Low crime area. Fewer incidents than most places this size. Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. Monthly figures move around. The pattern matters more.
Five schools near MK44 2ER. Nearest: Kymbrook Primary School. Distance: 1.06 miles. Type: Primary. Second nearest: Thurleigh Primary School (2.9 mi). Also: Wilden CofE VA Primary School (3.09 mi). Reasonable school options. Check individual school catchment areas for your address.
Flood risk: Medium. Zone: Zone 2/3. Moderate flood risk. Get a flood risk assessment before buying. Insurance premiums may be higher. Air quality: Fair. PM2.5: 2.4 µg/m³. Well within WHO guidelines.
Local population: 1,456. Median age: 42. Rural area. 29 people per km². Expect quiet roads and more space between homes. Fewer local amenities. Car likely a must. Deprivation index: decile 6 out of 10. That's less deprived than average. Living environment quality is lower than average.
Nearest train station: Stockport. Distance: 110.3 miles. You'll need a car to get there. Also: Ashton-under-Lyne (112.8 mi). And Manchester Piccadilly (115.9 mi). Five public EV chargers nearby. Closest: 4.73 miles away. Good EV charging options in the area.
Council tax: mostly Band C. Check your exact band at gov.uk/council-tax-bands. Band affects your annual bill by hundreds of pounds.
Nearest GP: GREAT STAUGHTON SURGERY. Distance: 3.6 miles. Five practices in the wider area. Check directly about new patient availability. GP lists fill up. Register early if you're moving. Not the closest. Factor in travel time. Register with a GP before you need one. Waiting lists vary between practices.
4G outdoor coverage: 100%. 5G outdoor: 98.9%. Strong mobile signal across the area. 5G is widely available here. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom. Street-level signal can vary. Buildings and terrain affect actual reception. Try your handset on-site before switching provider.
Remote working score: 24/100. May struggle with demanding remote work. Family score: 90/100. Ticks the boxes for families. Scores factor in broadband, schools, crime, and GPs. They weight each category by its relevance. A low score doesn't mean the area is bad. It means specific factors may not suit that use case. Compare scores with nearby postcodes to spot patterns.
A note on broadband providers. Ofcom data shows what's available. Not which provider to pick. Actual speeds depend on your line, your router, and your provider. Check BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local FTTP operators. Compare deals at broadbandcompareuk.com or uSwitch. Contract lengths vary. 18 months is standard. Some offer 12. Ask about setup fees. They range from free to £50+. Run a speed test after installation. If speeds don't match what you're paying for, complain.
Bolnhurst and Keysoe is a rural area. Open fields and quiet lanes. A car is a must. Public transport is limited. Nearest supermarket may be a drive away.
All data on this page comes from official public sources. Ofcom publishes broadband stats yearly. Police.uk updates monthly. The Land Registry records every sale. We pull it together so you can see the full picture in one place.
Numbers only go so far. Visit MK44 2ER on a weekday morning and a Saturday afternoon. Check parking availability. Listen for traffic noise. Look at the condition of nearby properties. Talk to a neighbour if you can. First impressions matter when choosing a home.
That covers the key data for MK44 2ER. Visit in person before deciding. Walk the streets at different times of day. Talk to neighbours if you can. Check parking, noise levels, and local shops. The numbers give you the framework. The visit fills in the rest. Data changes over time. Bookmark this page and check back for updates.
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 38% | 38% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 38% | 38% | 30-80 Mbps |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 0% | 0% | 100-300 Mbps |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | 300-900 Mbps |
| Gigabit | 0% | 0% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Speed Distribution at MK44 2ER
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at MK44 2ER
Based on 1 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
71
Mbps
Upload
19
Mbps
Latency
12
ms
Tests
1
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at MK44 2ER
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Cell Tower Coverage near MK44 2ER
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Area suitability scores
MK44 2ERRemote Worker
24Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
90Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
35Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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House prices
Average price
£1,200,000
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
unknown
Most recent sale
£1,200,000 on
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £1,200,000 | ST NEOTS ROAD |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 0
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kymbrook Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
| Thurleigh Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.9 mi |
| Wilden CofE VA Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.1 mi |
| Great Staughton Primary Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.5 mi |
| Riseley CofE Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.6 mi |
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Check Deals →Flood risk
Zone 2/3
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Flood risk: Medium
This postcode is in Zone 2/3 — medium risk of flooding from rivers and sea.
Flood Zone
Zone 2/3
Risk Level
Medium
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
Stockport
110.3 mi
by road
Ashton-under-Lyne
112.8 mi
by road
Manchester Piccadilly
115.9 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
GREAT STAUGHTON SURGERY
new patients
HMP YARL'S WOOD IRC
new patients
GPSI DERMATOLOGY SERV EATON SOCON HUNTS
new patients
KIMBOLTON MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
HMP LITTLEHEY
new patients
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
EV charging nearby
Public EV charging points within 5 miles
Wyboston Lakes Destination Charging
4.7 mi
away
Wyboston Supercharger
4.8 mi
away
Pod Point
5.1 mi
away
bp
6.7 mi
away
Pod Point
6.8 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017540
Overall IMD Decile
6 / 10
Average
Ranked
19,480
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 001A (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 10 | 29,985 | Least deprived |
| Employment | 10 | 30,239 | Least deprived |
| Education | 10 | 2 | Least deprived |
| Health | 9 | N/A | Least deprived |
| Crime | 9 | -1 | Least deprived |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Bedford 001A
Population
1,456
Census 2021
Density
29
per km² · Rural
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Bolnhurst and Keysoe
District
Bedford
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01017540
Frequently asked questions about MK44 2ER
What are the broadband speeds available at MK44 2ER?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 38% of premises at MK44 2ER. Maximum download speeds reach 38% Superfast. Ultrafast coverage is at 0%.
What is the average house price near MK44 2ER?
Average property price near MK44 2ER: £1,200,000. Based on 1 Land Registry sale. The most recent sale was a other for £1,200,000 in 2025.
What is the flood risk for properties at MK44 2ER?
MK44 2ER has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Zone 2/3 by the Environment Agency. Check the Environment Agency flood map for detailed risk information.
What schools are nearby in the MK44 2ER area?
The nearest school to MK44 2ER is Kymbrook Primary School (Primary), 1.06 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
How does crime rate in MK44 2ER compare to other areas?
In the latest month of data, 0 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is below average.
How suitable is MK44 2ER for remote working?
MK44 2ER scores 24/100 for remote working suitability, making it challenging for home workers. This score factors in superfast broadband coverage, full fibre availability, and mobile signal strength.
What is the mobile signal like at MK44 2ER?
4G outdoor coverage at MK44 2ER is 100%, with 5G outdoor at 98.9%. Networks available include EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom Connected Nations.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating for homes near MK44 2ER?
EPC data is not yet available for MK44 2ER. Energy Performance Certificates are recorded when properties are sold or rented. Check the EPC register at epc.opendatacommunities.org for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at MK44 2ER?
The most common council tax band in Bedford is Band C. Band D council tax is approximately £1988 per year. Check your exact band at gov.uk.
How accessible are GP surgeries near MK44 2ER?
The nearest GP surgery to MK44 2ER is GREAT STAUGHTON SURGERY, 3.6 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.
What transport links are available near MK44 2ER?
The nearest train station to MK44 2ER is Stockport, 110.3 miles away. Other nearby stations include Ashton-under-Lyne (112.8 mi) and Manchester Piccadilly (115.9 mi).
Is MK44 2ER a suitable area for families?
MK44 2ER scores 90/100 for family suitability, rated very suitable. This score considers Ofsted school ratings, crime rates, flood risk, and proximity to GP surgeries.
What is the air quality like at MK44 2ER?
Air quality at MK44 2ER is rated Fair with PM2.5 levels at 2.4 µg/m³. This is close to WHO guideline levels.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from MK44 2ER?
The nearest public EV charging point to MK44 2ER is 4.73 miles away (Wyboston Lakes Destination Charging, Type 2). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK44 2ER?
Ultrafast broadband is not currently available at MK44 2ER. Standard and superfast options may still be available. Check with providers for the latest rollout plans.
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