MK44 postcode
Broadband in MK44 2EZ
Bolnhurst and Keysoe, Bedford
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 13 March 2026
Flood Risk
Medium
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK44 2EZ
What's MK44 2EZ 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.
Internet coverage here is good. Superfast (30Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. The UK average is around 93%. Bolnhurst and Keysoe beats that. Ultrafast (100Mbps+) covers 100%. That puts Bolnhurst and Keysoe ahead of most UK postcodes. Enough for streaming, video calls, and smart home devices. Gigabit connections: 100% coverage. Most homes here can get future-proof speeds.
Advertised speeds and actual speeds are different things. Average download at MK44 2EZ: 194 Mbps. Upload: 72 Mbps. Latency: 5ms. Around the UK average. Fine for most households. HD streaming and video calls should work well. Multiple devices can share this comfortably. Upload speed is strong for cloud backups. Low latency. Good for gaming and video calls.
Every premises at MK44 2EZ meets the broadband USO. 100% can get 300 Mbps or faster. That's a strong position for the area. Next-gen fibre infrastructure covers 100% of premises. Most of the area has modern fibre connections.
Limited house price data for MK44 2EZ. Few residential sales on record here. Could be a commercial area, new development, or rental-heavy. Land Registry only records completed sales. Rentals and new-builds under shared ownership may not appear. Check Rightmove or Zoopla for current asking prices. Talk to local estate agents for a ground-level view.
0 crimes recorded in the latest 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. One month is a snapshot. Look at trends over time.
Five schools near MK44 2EZ. Nearest: Wilden CofE VA Primary School. Distance: 1.9 miles. Type: Primary. Second nearest: Thurleigh Primary School (1.94 mi). Also: Kymbrook Primary School (2.02 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: 1.6 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: 110.7 miles. You'll need a car to get there. Also: Ashton-under-Lyne (113.3 mi). And Manchester Piccadilly (116.3 mi). Five public EV chargers nearby. Closest: 5.13 miles away. Good EV charging options in the area. Operator: bp.
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: HMP YARL'S WOOD IRC. Distance: 3.3 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: 85/100. Good setup for working from home. Family score: 85/100. 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+. The area gets good real-world speeds. Most providers should deliver on their promises here.
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.
Transparency matters. Broadband data: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025. House prices: Land Registry. Crime: Police.uk. Demographics: ONS Census 2021. Flood risk: Environment Agency. Speed tests: Ookla Open Data Q4 2025. Cell towers: OpenStreetMap. All free, all public.
A data profile is a starting point. Visit MK44 2EZ before making decisions. Drive the commute at peak time. Walk to the local shops. Check mobile signal inside a property, not just outside. Look at the street on Google Maps and in person. They often tell different stories.
MK44 2EZ has its strengths and weak spots like anywhere. Use the data above as your starting point. Check providers and schools directly. Visit the area on a weekday and a weekend. Numbers only tell part of the story. The feel of a place matters too. We update these figures regularly as new data is released.
| 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 |
Speed Distribution at MK44 2EZ
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at MK44 2EZ
Based on 2 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
194
Mbps
Upload
72
Mbps
Latency
5
ms
Tests
2
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at MK44 2EZ
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 2EZ
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
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Area suitability scores
MK44 2EZRemote Worker
85Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
85Based 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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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilden CofE VA Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.9 mi |
| Thurleigh Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.9 mi |
| Kymbrook Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.0 mi |
| Ravensden CofE Primary Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.1 mi |
| Cambian Walnut Tree Lodge School | Special | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.5 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
110.7 mi
by road
Ashton-under-Lyne
113.3 mi
by road
Manchester Piccadilly
116.3 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
HMP YARL'S WOOD IRC
new patients
PUTNOE MEDICAL CENTRE PARTNERSHIP
new patients
PUTNOE WALK IN CENTRE
new patients
ACHE PUTNOE BEDS
new patients
GREAT BARFORD SURGERY
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
bp
5.1 mi
away
Pod Point
5.2 mi
away
Pod Point
5.2 mi
away
Pod Point
5.2 mi
away
Pod Point
5.2 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 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+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near MK44 2EZ?
No recent house price data for MK44 2EZ. Few residential sales on record, or mainly commercial properties.
What is the flood risk for properties at MK44 2EZ?
MK44 2EZ 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 2EZ area?
The nearest school to MK44 2EZ is Wilden CofE VA Primary School (Primary), 1.9 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
How does crime rate in MK44 2EZ 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 2EZ for remote working?
MK44 2EZ scores 85/100 for remote working suitability, making it well suited 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 2EZ?
4G outdoor coverage at MK44 2EZ 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 2EZ?
EPC data is not yet available for MK44 2EZ. 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 2EZ?
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 2EZ?
The nearest GP surgery to MK44 2EZ is HMP YARL'S WOOD IRC, 3.3 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.
What transport links are available near MK44 2EZ?
The nearest train station to MK44 2EZ is Stockport, 110.7 miles away. Other nearby stations include Ashton-under-Lyne (113.3 mi) and Manchester Piccadilly (116.3 mi).
Is MK44 2EZ a suitable area for families?
MK44 2EZ scores 85/100 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 2EZ?
Air quality at MK44 2EZ is rated Fair with PM2.5 levels at 1.6 µg/m³. This is close to WHO guideline levels.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from MK44 2EZ?
The nearest public EV charging point to MK44 2EZ is 5.13 miles away (bp, Type 2). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK44 2EZ?
Ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK44 2EZ. Gigabit coverage reaches 100%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.
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