MK45 postcode
Broadband in MK45 1DS
Flitwick, Central Bedfordshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 23 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
72% Gigabit
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK45 1DS
What broadband is like here
MK45 1DS sits in Flitwick, Central Bedfordshire. Whether you're moving in or checking your options, here's the full picture of broadband and local living.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
What this means
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises here, and ultrafast (100Mbps+) reaches 83.3%. Maximum download speeds hit 72% Gigabit Mbps, which is above the UK average of 69 Mbps.
Key facts for movers
- ✓The average property price at MK45 1DS is £520,286, based on 7 recorded sales. This is above the UK average of around £290,000.
- ✓The nearest school to MK45 1DS is Templefield Lower School (Primary), 0.24 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 52 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime.
- ✓Flood risk at MK45 1DS is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at MK45 1DS 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) | 83% | 83% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 72% | 72% | TBC |
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
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Area suitability scores
MK45 1DSRemote Worker
70Based 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
£520,286
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
falling
Most recent sale
£500,000 on
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £500,000 | HIGH STREET | |
| £170,000 | HIGH STREET | |
| £522,000 | HIGH STREET | |
| £120,000 | HIGH STREET | |
| £180,000 | HIGH STREET | |
| £1,000,000 | VILLA GARDENS | |
| £1,150,000 | VILLA GARDENS |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 52
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Templefield Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.2 mi |
| Woodland Middle School Academy | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| Kingsmoor Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| Flitwick Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| Redborne Upper School and Community College | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.0 mi |
| Greenfield CofE VC Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.3 mi |
| Westoning Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.5 mi |
| The Firs Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.5 mi |
| Russell Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.6 mi |
| Alameda Middle School | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.7 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 Central Bedfordshire
Most common: Band D
~£2,071/yr · Central Bedfordshire
Annual council tax estimates for Central Bedfordshire, 2024/25
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
Flitwick
0.1 mi
by road
Harlington (Beds)
2.9 mi
by road
Lidlington
3.7 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
FLITWICK SURGERY
new patients
GREENSAND SURGERY (AMPTHILL)
new patients
HOUGHTON CLOSE SURGERY
new patients
WMB COMMUNITY OPHTHALMOLOGY
new patients
COMMUNITY ENT CLINIC
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
Abby-Dawn
2.0 mi
away
Bill-Alan
2.0 mi
away
EV Charger
2.2 mi
away
EV Charger
2.2 mi
away
EV Charger
2.2 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017401
Overall IMD Decile
10 / 10
Least deprived
Ranked
30,607
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Central Bedfordshire 015C (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 9 | 28,948 | Least deprived |
| Employment | 9 | 28,509 | Least deprived |
| Education | 7 | 8 | Above average |
| Health | 9 | N/A | Least deprived |
| Crime | 7 | N/A | Above average |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 015C
Population
1,211
Census 2021
Density
2812
per km² · Dense urban
Median Age
34
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Flitwick
District
Central Bedfordshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01017401
Frequently asked questions about MK45 1DS
What are the broadband speeds available at MK45 1DS?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK45 1DS. Maximum download speeds reach 72% Gigabit Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 83.3%.
What is the average house price at MK45 1DS?
Based on 7 recorded transactions, the average property price at MK45 1DS is £520,286.
What schools are near MK45 1DS?
The nearest school is Templefield Lower School (Primary), 0.24 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK45 1DS a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 52 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is above average — check Police.uk for a detailed breakdown.
What is the flood risk at MK45 1DS?
MK45 1DS has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK45 1DS?
Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 83.3% of premises at MK45 1DS. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.
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