MK45 postcode
Broadband in MK45 1TH
Flitwick, Central Bedfordshire
Superfast broadband covers 100% of premises here.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 15 March 2026
Flood Risk
Medium
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
300Mbps+
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
| 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 | 0% | 0% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Real-World Speeds at MK45 1TH
Based on 82 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
414
Mbps
Upload
82
Mbps
Latency
7
ms
Tests
82
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Cell Tower Coverage near MK45 1TH
Within 1 km
0
towers
Within 2 km
1
towers
Nearest Tower
1.3
km away
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: 48
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Middle School Academy | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Templefield Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Flitwick Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Redborne Upper School and Community College | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Kingsmoor Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 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: Central Bedfordshire 016D
Population
2,578
Census 2021
Density
438
per km² · Suburban
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: E01017406
Overall IMD Decile
9 / 10
Least deprived
Ranked
28,391
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Central Bedfordshire 016D (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 10 | 30,809 | Least deprived |
| Employment | 10 | 29,865 | Least deprived |
| Education | 8 | 8 | Above average |
| Health | 10 | -1 | Least deprived |
| Crime | 8 | N/A | Above 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
Abby-Dawn
1.4 mi
away
Bill-Alan
1.4 mi
away
EV Charger
2.3 mi
away
EV Charger
2.3 mi
away
EV Charger
2.3 mi
away
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
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
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MK45 1TH sits in Flitwick, part of Central Bedfordshire. This guide covers broadband speeds, house prices, schools, and more. Every figure comes from verified public data sources. Use it alongside your own research when comparing areas.
100% of premises at MK45 1TH can access superfast broadband. The UK average is 93%. This postcode meets or exceeds that benchmark. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of properties. That is solid coverage for bandwidth-heavy households. The maximum download speed recorded is 300Mbps+. That is well above the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.
Here is how the broadband at MK45 1TH maps against common household needs. Upload speeds average 81.78 Mbps. That handles HD video calls, cloud backups, and uploading large files without issues. Multiple 4K streams can run simultaneously. Netflix, Disney+, and iPlayer should all work without buffering even with several devices active. Latency is 7 ms. That is excellent for online gaming, competitive play, and real-time applications. Remote working is viable here. Video conferencing, cloud documents, and VPN connections should all perform well.
Ookla Speedtest users at MK45 1TH see average downloads of 414.01 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 81.78 Mbps. Latency sits at 7 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 82 speed tests run by local users.
Within 2 km that count rises to 1. The nearest tower is 1.31 km away. Operators present include Unknown.
Crime in the LSOA covering MK45 1TH totalled 48 offences last month. This is a moderate figure. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include anti social behaviour and other theft. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.
The nearest school to MK45 1TH is Woodland Middle School Academy. It is a Secondary school, 0.47 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
Flood risk at MK45 1TH 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 1.6 micrograms per cubic metre.
The LSOA covering MK45 1TH has a population of approximately 2578. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.
Stockport station is the closest rail link at 119.2 miles from MK45 1TH. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ashton-under-Lyne is the next closest at 122.4 miles. Manchester Piccadilly offers another option at 124.9 miles.
Properties around MK45 1TH most commonly fall into council tax Band D. The billing authority is Central Bedfordshire. The three most common bands are D (26%), C (22%), E (18%). Band D corresponds to 1991 property values of £68,001 to £88,000. Current values are typically much higher. The spread across mid-range bands suggests a varied housing stock.
Outdoor 4G mobile signal at MK45 1TH is available across 99.9% of the area. Indoor 4G drops to 99.5%. Indoor coverage is close to outdoor levels. Signal should be reliable throughout the building. 5G outdoor coverage is at 97.8%. 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 MK45 1TH: remote working 95/100, family 75/100, value 50/100. Strong broadband makes this area well suited to home working.
The local authority for MK45 1TH is Central Bedfordshire. The immediate area is Flitwick, a distinct community within the wider district. The MK45 postcode area contains 1253 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across MK45 ranges from 0% to 100%. MK45 1TH is above the area average of 94%.
How does MK45 1TH compare to its neighbours? MK45 1FY (0.04 miles, Flitwick) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. MK45 1GP (0.08 miles, Flitwick) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. MK45 1GN (0.08 miles, Flitwick) has 100% superfast coverage and 93.2% gigabit. MK45 1AH (0.1 miles, Flitwick) has 95.8% superfast coverage and 8.3% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.
When choosing a broadband provider at MK45 1TH, 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 MK45 1TH, here is what stands out. Fast broadband but distant rail links makes this a better fit for remote workers than commuters. Both fixed and mobile connectivity are strong. Backup options exist if one connection fails.
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 Flitwick. 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 MK45 1TH in Flitwick. 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 MK45 1TH
What are the broadband speeds available at MK45 1TH?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK45 1TH. Maximum download speeds reach 300Mbps+. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near MK45 1TH?
No recent house price data is available for MK45 1TH.
What is the flood risk for properties at MK45 1TH?
MK45 1TH has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Zone 2/3. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.
What schools are nearby in the MK45 1TH area?
The nearest school is Woodland Middle School Academy (Secondary), 0.47 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in MK45 1TH compare to other areas?
48 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is a moderate level.
How suitable is MK45 1TH for remote working?
MK45 1TH scores 95/100 for remote working suitability. Strong broadband makes it well suited.
What is the mobile signal like at MK45 1TH?
4G outdoor coverage at MK45 1TH is 99.9%. 5G reaches 97.8%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near MK45 1TH?
EPC data for MK45 1TH is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at MK45 1TH?
The most common council tax band near MK45 1TH is Band D. The billing authority is Central Bedfordshire.
How accessible are GP surgeries near MK45 1TH?
GP surgery data for MK45 1TH is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near MK45 1TH?
The nearest train station to MK45 1TH is Stockport, 119.2 miles away. Ashton-under-Lyne is also nearby.
Is MK45 1TH a suitable area for families?
MK45 1TH scores 75/100 for family suitability. The area offers a reasonable mix of schools and safety.
What is the air quality like at MK45 1TH?
Air quality at MK45 1TH is rated Fair. PM2.5 levels are 1.6 micrograms per cubic metre. Sensitive individuals should take note.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from MK45 1TH?
EV charging data for MK45 1TH is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK45 1TH?
Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.
Area suitability scores
MK45 1THRemote Worker
95Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
75Based 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
Flitwick
District
Central Bedfordshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01017406
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