MK18 postcode
Broadband in MK18 1UL
Buckingham, Buckinghamshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 22 March 2026
Flood Risk
Medium
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK18 1UL
Considering Buckingham? MK18 1UL sits in the Buckinghamshire area. We've gathered broadband, property, crime, school, and environmental data for this exact postcode. Ookla speed tests, Land Registry prices, Ofcom coverage stats, Police.uk crime figures. All from verified government sources. No estimates, no guesswork. Just the numbers that matter when choosing where to live.
Internet coverage here is good. Superfast (30Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. The UK average is around 93%. Buckingham beats that. Ultrafast (100Mbps+) covers 100%. That puts Buckingham 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 MK18 1UL: 225 Mbps. Upload: 211 Mbps. Latency: 23ms. Well above the UK average of around 70 Mbps. 4K streaming on multiple devices at once. No problem. Large file downloads finish in minutes, not hours. Upload speed is strong for cloud backups. Data from 25 speed tests in this area.
One cell tower within 1km. Sparse tower coverage. Indoor signal may vary. Nearest mast: 0.92km. Tower data sourced from OpenStreetMap. More towers generally means better signal and more capacity. Fewer towers can mean congestion at peak times.
Property prices in Buckingham average £282,000. That's close to the UK average of £290,000. Based on one Land Registry transaction. Most recent sale: £282,000. A property in December 2021. Few sales on record. Prices may not reflect current market values. Check Rightmove for current asking prices nearby. A 10% deposit would be around £28,200. Monthly mortgage payments depend on your rate and term.
Crime figures for this area: 55 in one month. Moderate crime levels here. Most common type: violent crime (24). Second: anti social behaviour (8). Third: other theft (6). 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 MK18 1UL. Nearest: Lace Hill Academy. Distance: 0.44 miles. Type: Primary. Second nearest: Royal Latin School (0.44 mi). Also: Buckingham School (0.49 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: 2.1 µg/m³. Well within WHO guidelines.
Local population: 1,713. Median age: 38. Semi-rural area. 1338 people per km². Between village and suburb in character. Some local services. Others need a drive. Deprivation index: decile 9 out of 10. That's least deprived. One of the least deprived areas in England.
Nearest train station: Stockport. Distance: 109.9 miles. You'll need a car to get there. Also: Ashton-under-Lyne (113.9 mi). And Manchester Oxford Road (115.6 mi). Five public EV chargers nearby. Closest: 0.14 miles away. Good EV charging options in the area. Operator: Pod Point.
Council tax: mostly Band D. Many larger, higher-banded properties here. Check your exact band at gov.uk/council-tax-bands. Band affects your annual bill by hundreds of pounds.
Nearest GP: THE SWAN PRACTICE. Distance: 1 miles. Five practices in the wider area. Check directly about new patient availability. GP lists fill up. Register early if you're moving. Close enough for a quick trip. Register with a GP before you need one. Waiting lists vary between practices.
4G outdoor coverage: 99.8%. 5G outdoor: 96.5%. 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: 70/100. 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.
Buckingham sits between village and suburb. More space between homes. Quieter streets. You'll need a car for most errands. Local pubs and shops may be within walking distance.
Every figure on this page has a source. Ofcom for broadband. Police.uk for crime. Land Registry for house prices. ONS for demographics. Environment Agency for flood risk. Ookla for real speed tests. We don't estimate or interpolate. If the data isn't available, we say so.
Before committing to MK18 1UL, visit at different times. Morning rush hour tells you about traffic and parking. Evening shows you noise levels. Weekends reveal how busy local shops and parks get. Check the walk to the nearest school or station yourself.
That covers the key data for MK18 1UL. 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) | 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 MK18 1UL
Based on 25 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
225
Mbps
Upload
211
Mbps
Latency
23
ms
Tests
25
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Cell Tower Coverage near MK18 1UL
Within 1 km
1
towers
Within 2 km
1
towers
Nearest Tower
0.9
km away
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
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Area suitability scores
MK18 1ULRemote Worker
85Based 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
70Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
Map
House prices
Average price
£282,000
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
unknown
Most recent sale
£282,000 on
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £282,000 | BALMER CUT |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 55
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lace Hill Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Royal Latin School | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Buckingham School | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| George Grenville Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| University of Buckingham | Higher Education | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 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
EPC energy ratings
Energy Performance Certificate distribution for this area
Most common: Band A
EPC score 92–100
Council tax bands
Band distribution for Buckinghamshire
Most common: Band D
~£2,189/yr · Buckinghamshire
Annual council tax estimates for Buckinghamshire, 2024/25
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
Stockport
109.9 mi
by road
Ashton-under-Lyne
113.9 mi
by road
Manchester Oxford Road
115.6 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
THE SWAN PRACTICE
new patients
HMP SPRING HILL
new patients
HMP GRENDON
new patients
WATLING STREET PRACTICE
new patients
THE STONEDEAN PRACTICE
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
Pod Point
0.1 mi
away
Monta Charge
0.4 mi
away
Monta Charge
0.7 mi
away
Monta Charge
0.7 mi
away
Tesla
3.8 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01033954
Overall IMD Decile
9 / 10
Least deprived
Ranked
28,755
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Aylesbury Vale 001C (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 8 | 23,089 | Above average |
| Employment | 9 | 28,004 | Least deprived |
| Education | 9 | 5 | Least deprived |
| Health | 10 | -1 | Least deprived |
| Crime | 8 | N/A | Above average |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Buckinghamshire 001F
Population
1,713
Census 2021
Density
1338
per km² · Urban
Median Age
38
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Buckingham
District
Buckinghamshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01033954
Frequently asked questions about MK18 1UL
What are the broadband speeds available at MK18 1UL?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK18 1UL. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near MK18 1UL?
Average property price near MK18 1UL: £282,000. Based on 1 Land Registry sale. The most recent sale was a other for £282,000 in 2021.
What is the flood risk for properties at MK18 1UL?
MK18 1UL 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 MK18 1UL area?
The nearest school to MK18 1UL is Lace Hill Academy (Primary), 0.44 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
How does crime rate in MK18 1UL compare to other areas?
In the latest month of data, 55 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is below average. The most common category was violent crime.
How suitable is MK18 1UL for remote working?
MK18 1UL 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 MK18 1UL?
4G outdoor coverage at MK18 1UL is 99.8%, with 5G outdoor at 96.5%. 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 MK18 1UL?
EPC data is not yet available for MK18 1UL. 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 MK18 1UL?
The most common council tax band in Buckinghamshire is Band D. Band D council tax is approximately £1822 per year. Check your exact band at gov.uk.
How accessible are GP surgeries near MK18 1UL?
The nearest GP surgery to MK18 1UL is THE SWAN PRACTICE, 1 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.
What transport links are available near MK18 1UL?
The nearest train station to MK18 1UL is Stockport, 109.9 miles away. Other nearby stations include Ashton-under-Lyne (113.9 mi) and Manchester Oxford Road (115.6 mi).
Is MK18 1UL a suitable area for families?
MK18 1UL scores 70/100 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 MK18 1UL?
Air quality at MK18 1UL is rated Fair with PM2.5 levels at 2.1 µg/m³. This is close to WHO guideline levels.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from MK18 1UL?
The nearest public EV charging point to MK18 1UL is 0.14 miles away (Pod Point, Type 2). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK18 1UL?
Ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK18 1UL. Gigabit coverage reaches 100%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.
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