MK44 postcode
Broadband in MK44 3SE
Cardington, Bedford
Superfast broadband covers 100% of premises here.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 22 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
Superfast (30Mbps+)
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK44 3SE
What broadband is like here
Thinking about Cardington? MK44 3SE has 100% superfast broadband availability. But there's more to a postcode than download speeds.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
What this means
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises here. Maximum download speeds hit Superfast (30Mbps+) Mbps, which is around the UK average of 69 Mbps.
Key facts for movers
- ✓No recent house price data is available for MK44 3SE. This can happen in areas with very few residential sales.
- ✓The nearest school to MK44 3SE is Sheerhatch Primary School (Primary), 0.7 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 47 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is a moderate level. The most common category was shoplifting.
- ✓Flood risk at MK44 3SE is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at MK44 3SE 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) | 0% | 0% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 0% | 0% | TBC |
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
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4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
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Area suitability scores
MK44 3SERemote 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
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: 47
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheerhatch Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Shortstown Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.3 mi |
| KWS School | Independent | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.7 mi |
| Goldington Green Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.8 mi |
| Cotton End Forest School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.9 mi |
| King's Oak Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.0 mi |
| Bedford Academy | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.0 mi |
| Goldington Academy | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.3 mi |
| Shackleton Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.5 mi |
| Castle Newnham School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.5 mi |
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Zone 1
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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
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
Bedford St Johns
2.7 mi
by road
Bedford
3.3 mi
by road
Kempston Hardwick
4.7 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
BEDOC HEALTHCARE
new patients
ACHE SHORTSTOWN BEDS
new patients
LONDON ROAD HEALTH CENTRE
new patients
PUTNOE MEDICAL CENTRE PARTNERSHIP
new patients
PUTNOE WALK IN CENTRE
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
EV Charger
1.1 mi
away
bp
2.8 mi
away
EV Charger
2.8 mi
away
BP Pulse
2.9 mi
away
BP Pulse
2.9 mi
away
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Bedford 021D
Population
1,156
Census 2021
Density
80
per km² · Rural
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Cardington
District
Bedford
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01034429
Frequently asked questions about MK44 3SE
What are the broadband speeds available at MK44 3SE?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK44 3SE. Maximum download speeds reach Superfast (30Mbps+) Mbps.
What schools are near MK44 3SE?
The nearest school is Sheerhatch Primary School (Primary), 0.7 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK44 3SE a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 47 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is a moderate level.
What is the flood risk at MK44 3SE?
MK44 3SE has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK44 3SE?
Ultrafast availability data is being updated. Check with providers like BT, Virgin Media, or Openreach for the latest full fibre rollout status at MK44 3SE.
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