MK44 postcode
Broadband in MK44 2NH
Colmworth, Bedford
Standard broadband is the main option at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 25 March 2026
Flood Risk
Medium
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
Basic only
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 0% | 0% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 0% | 0% | 30-80 Mbps |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 0% | 0% | 100-300 Mbps |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | 300-900 Mbps |
| Gigabit | 0% | 0% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Speed Distribution at MK44 2NH
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at MK44 2NH
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 2NH
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Cell Tower Coverage near MK44 2NH
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 2
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 | ★★★☆☆ | 1.6 mi |
| Cambian Walnut Tree Lodge School | Special | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.4 mi |
| Ravensden CofE Primary Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.4 mi |
| Kymbrook Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.5 mi |
| Renhold VC Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.1 mi |
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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
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
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Bedford 004E
Population
1,591
Census 2021
Density
44
per km² · Rural
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017543
Overall IMD Decile
4 / 10
Below average
Ranked
10,583
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 004E (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 8 | 23,441 | Above average |
| Employment | 5 | 13,168 | Average |
| Education | 9 | 5 | Least deprived |
| Health | 5 | N/A | Average |
| Crime | 3 | N/A | Below average |
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
No train stations found within 15 miles
EV charging nearby
Public EV charging points within 5 miles
Wyboston Lakes Destination Charging
4.2 mi
away
Wyboston Supercharger
4.2 mi
away
Pod Point
5.1 mi
away
bp
5.5 mi
away
BP Pulse
5.6 mi
away
Council tax bands
Band distribution for Bedford
Most common: Band C
~£1,841/yr · Bedford
Annual council tax estimates for Bedford, 2024/25
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
GREAT BARFORD SURGERY
new patients
HMP YARL'S WOOD IRC
new patients
PUTNOE MEDICAL CENTRE PARTNERSHIP
new patients
GPSI DERMATOLOGY SERV EATON SOCON HUNTS
new patients
PUTNOE WALK IN CENTRE
new patients
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Colmworth is home to MK44 2NH. Whether you live here or plan to move, the data below paints a clear picture. Broadband, schools, crime, house prices, and local services all follow. The numbers speak for themselves.
0% of premises at MK44 2NH can access superfast broadband. The UK average is 93%. There is room for improvement here. The maximum download speed recorded is Basic only. That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.
Here is how broadband speeds break down across premises at MK44 2NH. 100% of connections fall in the 5 to 10 Mbps range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls.
What do the broadband speeds at MK44 2NH mean in practice? Upload speeds average 72.12 Mbps. That handles HD video calls, cloud backups, and uploading large files without issues. Streaming is possible but may stutter at busy times. SD quality is more reliable than HD here. Latency is 5 ms. That is excellent for online gaming, competitive play, and real-time applications. Remote workers may find speeds limiting during peak hours. A wired ethernet connection helps with consistency.
FWA broadband has not reached MK44 2NH yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.
Real-world download speeds at MK44 2NH average 193.98 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 72.12 Mbps. Latency sits at 5 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 2 speed tests run by local users.
The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At MK44 2NH, 0% of properties do not meet this threshold. Every property here meets the minimum standard. That is not the case everywhere. Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 0% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.
The nearest tower is 11.49 km away.
In the latest month of data, 2 offences were recorded in this LSOA area. That is relatively low for England and Wales. The most common category was other theft. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.
The nearest school to MK44 2NH is Wilden CofE VA Primary School. It is a Primary school, 1.57 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
Flood risk at MK44 2NH is rated Medium (Zone 2/3). Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information. Specialist flood insurance may be needed. Air quality is rated Fair with PM2.5 at 1.8 micrograms per cubic metre.
The LSOA covering MK44 2NH has a population of approximately 1591. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.
The nearest train station to MK44 2NH is Stockport, 111.6 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ashton-under-Lyne is the next closest at 114.2 miles. Manchester Piccadilly offers another option at 117.3 miles.
Properties around MK44 2NH most commonly fall into council tax Band C. The billing authority is Bedford. The three most common bands are C (28%), D (24%), B (18%). Band C corresponds to 1991 property values of £52,001 to £68,000. Current values are typically much higher. The spread across mid-range bands suggests a varied housing stock.
4G outdoor coverage at MK44 2NH reaches 100%. Indoor 4G drops to 99.7%. Indoor coverage is close to outdoor levels. Signal should be reliable throughout the building. 5G outdoor coverage is at 98.9%. That makes 5G home broadband a genuine alternative to fixed-line connections. Coverage data covers EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Check each operator individually, as coverage varies by network.
Suitability scores for MK44 2NH: remote working 35/100, family 85/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.
The local authority for MK44 2NH is Bedford. The immediate area is Colmworth, a distinct community within the wider district. The MK44 postcode area contains 659 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across MK44 ranges from 0% to 100%.
How does MK44 2NH compare to its neighbours? MK44 2NJ (0.29 miles, Colmworth) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. MK44 2JX (0.41 miles, Colmworth) has 95.8% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. MK44 2JY (0.42 miles, Colmworth) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. MK44 2AP (0.43 miles, Colmworth) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit.
When choosing a broadband provider at MK44 2NH, check what technology reaches your specific address. Availability varies by street and sometimes by building. If fibre is unavailable, consider 4G home broadband or satellite as alternatives. Speeds may still be adequate for most uses. Compare contract lengths, total costs over the term, and exit fees. The cheapest monthly rate is not always the best deal.
The age profile is close to the national median. A mix of families, professionals, and retirees.
Pulling the data together for MK44 2NH, here is what stands out. Broadband is the main concern at MK44 2NH. With no superfast coverage, check what alternatives exist before committing. 4G home broadband, satellite, or community fibre schemes may fill the gap. Bedford as a local authority area has its own planning priorities, council services, and infrastructure investment plans. Check the council website for the latest. The data covers what can be measured. Colmworth has its own character that numbers alone cannot capture. Use these figures as a filter, then visit to get the full picture.
Data sources include Ofcom (broadband and mobile), Land Registry (house prices), Police.uk (crime), Ofsted (schools), Environment Agency (flood risk), and Open-Meteo (air quality). Council tax data comes from the Valuation Office Agency. EPC data is from DLUHC. Transport data uses NaPTAN. Speed distribution figures are from Ofcom Connected Nations. All figures are the latest available at the time of writing.
Data is a starting point for Colmworth. Walk the streets at different times. Test your mobile signal. Check parking, noise levels, and the feel of the neighbourhood. Run a speed test on the actual connection. Some things only a visit can reveal.
That is the full data picture for MK44 2NH in Colmworth. Use it alongside your own research. For the most current broadband speeds, run a live speed test from this page. Check back periodically as data is refreshed with new releases.
Frequently asked questions about MK44 2NH
What are the broadband speeds available at MK44 2NH?
Broadband is available at MK44 2NH. Contact local providers for specific speed information.
What is the average house price near MK44 2NH?
No recent house price data is available for MK44 2NH.
What is the flood risk for properties at MK44 2NH?
MK44 2NH has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Zone 2/3. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.
What schools are nearby in the MK44 2NH area?
The nearest school is Wilden CofE VA Primary School (Primary), 1.57 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in MK44 2NH compare to other areas?
2 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.
How suitable is MK44 2NH for remote working?
MK44 2NH scores 35/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.
What is the mobile signal like at MK44 2NH?
4G outdoor coverage at MK44 2NH is 100%. 5G reaches 98.9%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near MK44 2NH?
EPC data for MK44 2NH is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at MK44 2NH?
The most common council tax band near MK44 2NH is Band C. The billing authority is Bedford.
How accessible are GP surgeries near MK44 2NH?
GP surgery data for MK44 2NH is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near MK44 2NH?
The nearest train station to MK44 2NH is Stockport, 111.6 miles away. Ashton-under-Lyne is also nearby.
Is MK44 2NH a suitable area for families?
MK44 2NH scores 85/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.
What is the air quality like at MK44 2NH?
Air quality at MK44 2NH is rated Fair. PM2.5 levels are 1.8 micrograms per cubic metre. Sensitive individuals should take note.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from MK44 2NH?
EV charging data for MK44 2NH is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK44 2NH?
Full fibre availability at MK44 2NH is being updated. Check Openreach for the latest rollout status.
Area suitability scores
MK44 2NHRemote Worker
35Based 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.
Map
Area info
Parish
Colmworth
District
Bedford
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01017543
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