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Broadband in MK44 2EZ

Bolnhurst and Keysoe, Bedford

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Best speedGigabit (1Gbps+)
StandardSuperfastGigabit
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 13 March 2026

Flood Risk

Medium

Fibre (FTTP)

TBC

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Arthur TuringData last verified: 13 March 2026

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HD uses ~5 Mbps per person. 4K uses ~25 Mbps.

Each person on calls needs around 10 Mbps.

Competitive gaming needs low latency as much as raw speed.

Cameras, thermostats, speakers and similar devices each use a few Mbps.

Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at MK44 2EZ. 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 MK44 2EZ

What broadband is like here

MK44 2EZ sits in Bolnhurst and Keysoe, Bedford. Whether you're moving in or checking your options, here's the full picture of broadband and local living.

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

  • No recent house price data is available for MK44 2EZ. This can happen in areas with very few residential sales.
  • The nearest school to MK44 2EZ is Wilden CofE VA Primary School (Primary), 1.9 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
  • In the latest month of data, 0 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is a relatively low figure. The most common category was violent crime.
  • Flood risk at MK44 2EZ is rated Medium (Zone 3a). It is worth checking with the Environment Agency for detailed flood maps.
  • Air quality at MK44 2EZ 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

MK44 2EZ

Remote Worker

40

Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.

Family

85

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: 0

Schools nearby

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

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Wilden CofE VA Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.9 mi
Thurleigh Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.9 mi
Kymbrook Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.0 mi
Ravensden CofE Primary AcademyPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.1 mi
Cambian Walnut Tree Lodge SchoolSpecialNot available★★★☆☆2.5 mi
Renhold VC Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆3.2 mi
Mark Rutherford SchoolSecondaryNot available★★★☆☆3.5 mi
St Thomas More Catholic SchoolSecondaryNot available★★★☆☆3.8 mi
Putnoe Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆3.9 mi
Brickhill Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆4.0 mi

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Flood risk

Zone 3a

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Flood risk: Medium

This postcode is in Zone 3a — medium risk of flooding from rivers and sea.

Flood Zone

Zone 3a

Risk Level

Medium

Environment Agency / getthedata.com Open Flood Risk by Postcode

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

5.7 mi

by road

🚂

Bedford St Johns

5.9 mi

by road

🚂

St Neots

7.3 mi

by road

Haversine calculation from postcode coordinates · Straight-line distances

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

HMP YARL'S WOOD IRC

MK44 1FD·3.3 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

PUTNOE MEDICAL CENTRE PARTNERSHIP

MK41 9JE·4.3 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

PUTNOE WALK IN CENTRE

MK41 9JE·4.3 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

ACHE PUTNOE BEDS

MK41 9JE·4.3 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

GREAT BARFORD SURGERY

MK44 3HX·4.6 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

NHS website (NHS.uk find a GP) · Nearest 3 GP practicesFind a GP →

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

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bp

Type 22 points

5.1 mi

away

🔋

Pod Point

Type 2

5.2 mi

away

🔋

Pod Point

Type 2

5.2 mi

away

🔋

Pod Point

Type 2

5.2 mi

away

🔋

Pod Point

Type 2

5.2 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: 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).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income1029,985Least deprived
Employment1030,239Least deprived
Education102Least deprived
Health9N/ALeast deprived
Crime9-1Least deprived
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

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

Census 2021 (ONS via Nomis NM_2028_1, NM_2026_1)

Area info

Parish

Bolnhurst and Keysoe

District

Bedford

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01017540

Frequently asked questions about MK44 2EZ

What are the broadband speeds available at MK44 2EZ?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK44 2EZ. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What schools are near MK44 2EZ?

The nearest school is Wilden CofE VA Primary School (Primary), 1.9 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.

Is MK44 2EZ a safe area?

In the latest month of available data, 0 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is relatively low compared to national averages.

What is the flood risk at MK44 2EZ?

MK44 2EZ has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Zone 3a by the Environment Agency.

Can I get full fibre broadband at MK44 2EZ?

Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK44 2EZ. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.

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