MK45 postcode
Broadband in MK45 3AN
Cotton End, Bedford
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 27 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at MK45 3AN. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK45 3AN
What broadband is like here
Looking at broadband in MK45 3AN? Here's what you need to know about internet speeds, local amenities, and life in Cotton End.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
What this means
Great news — nearly homes at MK45 3AN can get superfast broadband. Top speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage sits at 100%.
Key facts for movers
- ✓The average property price at MK45 3AN is £460,000, based on 1 recorded sale. This is above the UK average of around £290,000.
- ✓The nearest school to MK45 3AN is Cotton End Forest School (Primary), 0.19 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 MK45 3AN is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at MK45 3AN 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
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4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
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Area suitability scores
MK45 3ANRemote 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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House prices
Average price
£460,000
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
unknown
Most recent sale
£460,000 on
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £460,000 | WOOD LANE |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton End Forest School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.2 mi |
| Shortstown Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.4 mi |
| Wilstead Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.6 mi |
| Lakeview School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.8 mi |
| Haynes Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.0 mi |
| Wixams Tree Primary Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.2 mi |
| Wixams Academy | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.3 mi |
| Bedford Academy | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.4 mi |
| Sheerhatch Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.4 mi |
| Elstow School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.4 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
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
3.3 mi
by road
Kempston Hardwick
3.7 mi
by road
Bedford
4.0 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
ACHE SHORTSTOWN BEDS
new patients
BEDOC HEALTHCARE
new patients
LONDON ROAD HEALTH CENTRE
new patients
EAST BEDFORD PCN
new patients
HUC B&L IUC SERVICE
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
2.3 mi
away
EV Charger
3.5 mi
away
BP Pulse
3.5 mi
away
EV Charger
3.6 mi
away
EV Charger
3.6 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
Cotton End
District
Bedford
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01034429
Frequently asked questions about MK45 3AN
What are the broadband speeds available at MK45 3AN?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK45 3AN. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price at MK45 3AN?
Based on 1 recorded transaction, the average property price at MK45 3AN is £460,000.
What schools are near MK45 3AN?
The nearest school is Cotton End Forest School (Primary), 0.19 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK45 3AN 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 MK45 3AN?
MK45 3AN has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK45 3AN?
Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK45 3AN. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.
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