MK17 postcode
Broadband in MK17 9LA
Bow Brickhill, Milton Keynes
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 21 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK17 9LA
What broadband is like here
MK17 9LA in Bow Brickhill — 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
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
- ✓The average property price at MK17 9LA is £575,000, based on 1 recorded sale. This is above the UK average of around £290,000.
- ✓The nearest school to MK17 9LA is Bow Brickhill CofE VA Primary School (Primary), 0.1 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 33 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is a moderate level. The most common category was violent crime.
- ✓Flood risk at MK17 9LA is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at MK17 9LA is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits.
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical 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 |
| Gigabit | 100% | 100% | TBC |
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
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Area suitability scores
MK17 9LARemote Worker
40Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
70Based 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
£575,000
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
unknown
Most recent sale
£575,000 on
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £575,000 | WOBURN SANDS ROAD |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 33
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bow Brickhill CofE VA Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.1 mi |
| Heronshaw School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
| Heronsgate School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
| Wavendon Gate School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.3 mi |
| Walton High | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.3 mi |
| Fulbrook | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.6 mi |
| Swallowfield Primary | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.7 mi |
| Kents Hill School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.8 mi |
| Charles Warren Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.0 mi |
| Knowles Nursery School | Nursery | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.0 mi |
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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
EPC energy ratings
Energy Performance Certificate distribution for this area
Most common: Band D
EPC score 55–68
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
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
Bow Brickhill
0.7 mi
by road
Fenny Stratford
1.5 mi
by road
Woburn Sands
1.5 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
WALNUT TREE HEALTH CENTRE
new patients
ASPLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
ASCENT PCN HUB
new patients
THE RED HOUSE SURGERY
new patients
THE CROWN PCN
new patients
Air quality
Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels
Good 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 Pulse
1.1 mi
away
Gridserve
1.3 mi
away
BP Pulse
1.4 mi
away
BP Pulse
1.4 mi
away
BP Pulse
1.4 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01016734
Overall IMD Decile
6 / 10
Average
Ranked
18,385
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Milton Keynes 024A (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 8 | 25,189 | Above average |
| Employment | 7 | 22,718 | Above average |
| Education | 8 | 7 | Above average |
| Health | 8 | N/A | Above average |
| Crime | 2 | N/A | Most deprived |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Milton Keynes 024A
Population
1,716
Census 2021
Density
133
per km² · Suburban
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Bow Brickhill
District
Milton Keynes
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01016734
Frequently asked questions about MK17 9LA
What are the broadband speeds available at MK17 9LA?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK17 9LA. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price at MK17 9LA?
Based on 1 recorded transaction, the average property price at MK17 9LA is £575,000.
What schools are near MK17 9LA?
The nearest school is Bow Brickhill CofE VA Primary School (Primary), 0.1 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK17 9LA a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 33 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is a moderate level.
What is the flood risk at MK17 9LA?
MK17 9LA has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK17 9LA?
Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK17 9LA. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.
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