MK18 postcode
Broadband in MK18 4DF
Gawcott with Lenborough, Buckinghamshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 27 March 2026
Flood Risk
Medium
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at MK18 4DF. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.
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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 | 100% | 100% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Real-World Speeds at MK18 4DF
Based on 5 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
56
Mbps
Upload
59
Mbps
Latency
29
ms
Tests
5
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Cell Tower Coverage near MK18 4DF
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
House prices
Average price
£213,657
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
rising
Most recent sale
£264,000 on
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £264,000 | RADCLIVE ROAD | |
| £252,000 | RADCLIVE ROAD | |
| £170,000 | RADCLIVE ROAD | |
| £249,600 | RADCLIVE ROAD | |
| £120,000 | RADCLIVE ROAD | |
| £225,000 | RADCLIVE ROAD | |
| £215,000 | RADCLIVE ROAD |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 8
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roundwood Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| University of Buckingham | Higher Education | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
| Royal Latin School | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
| George Grenville Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.2 mi |
| Buckingham School | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.2 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: Buckinghamshire 004F
Population
1,905
Census 2021
Density
65
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: E01017718
Overall IMD Decile
8 / 10
Above average
Ranked
23,898
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Aylesbury Vale 004F (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 7 | 22,441 | Above average |
| Employment | 8 | 25,932 | Above average |
| Education | 8 | 6 | Above average |
| Health | 10 | -1 | Least deprived |
| Crime | 9 | N/A | Least deprived |
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
Monta Charge
0.9 mi
away
Monta Charge
0.9 mi
away
Pod Point
1.3 mi
away
Monta Charge
1.3 mi
away
Tesla
2.5 mi
away
Council tax bands
Band distribution for Buckinghamshire
Most common: Band D
~£2,189/yr · Buckinghamshire
Annual council tax estimates for Buckinghamshire, 2024/25
EPC energy ratings
Energy Performance Certificate distribution for this area
Most common: Band A
EPC score 92–100
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
THE SWAN PRACTICE
new patients
BRACKLEY MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
SOUTH NORTHANTS EXTENDED ACCESS
new patients
HMP SPRING HILL
new patients
HMP GRENDON
new patients
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Gawcott with Lenborough is home to MK18 4DF. 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.
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at MK18 4DF stands at 100%. That is above the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of properties. That is solid coverage for bandwidth-heavy households. Gigabit-capable connections cover 100% of premises. Most homes can access gigabit speeds if they choose to. The maximum download speed recorded is Gigabit (1Gbps+). That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.
Translating the numbers at MK18 4DF into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 58.85 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 sits at 29 ms. Acceptable for most online gaming. Competitive players may notice occasional lag. Remote workers may find speeds limiting during peak hours. A wired ethernet connection helps with consistency.
Real-world download speeds at MK18 4DF average 55.76 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 58.85 Mbps. Latency sits at 29 ms. That is acceptable for most online activities. This is based on 5 speed tests run by local users.
The nearest tower is 2.34 km away.
The average property price at MK18 4DF is £213,657. That is below the national average of £290,000. This is based on 7 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.
8 crimes were reported near MK18 4DF in the most recent month. The level is relatively low. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include vehicle crime and anti social behaviour. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.
The nearest school to MK18 4DF is Roundwood Primary School. It is a Primary school, 0.65 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
Flood risk at MK18 4DF 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 1.4 micrograms per cubic metre.
The LSOA covering MK18 4DF has a population of approximately 1905. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.
The nearest train station to MK18 4DF is Stockport, 109.2 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ashton-under-Lyne is the next closest at 113.3 miles. Manchester Oxford Road offers another option at 114.9 miles.
Properties around MK18 4DF most commonly fall into council tax Band D. The billing authority is Buckinghamshire. The three most common bands are D (22%), E (20%), C (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.
4G outdoor coverage at MK18 4DF reaches 99.8%. Indoor 4G drops to 99.3%. Indoor coverage is close to outdoor levels. Signal should be reliable throughout the building. 5G outdoor coverage is at 96.5%. 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 MK18 4DF: remote working 40/100, family 85/100, value 78/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.
MK18 4DF falls within the Buckinghamshire local authority area. The immediate area is Gawcott with Lenborough, a distinct community within the wider district. The MK18 postcode area contains 1232 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across MK18 ranges from 0% to 100%. MK18 4DF is above the area average of 88%.
How does MK18 4DF compare to its neighbours? MK18 4BL (0.04 miles, Gawcott with Lenborough) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. MK18 4FD (0.06 miles, Gawcott with Lenborough) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. MK18 4AA (0.17 miles, Gawcott with Lenborough) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. MK18 4JB (0.19 miles, Gawcott with Lenborough) has 100% superfast coverage and 40% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.
Not every property at MK18 4DF gets the same speeds. Run a postcode check with each provider before signing up. Headline speeds are not guarantees. 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.
What does all of this mean for someone considering MK18 4DF? Connectivity at MK18 4DF is a strength. Strong broadband coverage gives flexibility for both working and leisure. The area scores well on that front. Buckinghamshire 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. Gawcott with Lenborough 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.
Numbers tell part of the story for MK18 4DF. Visit at different times of day. Talk to neighbours. Check mobile signal indoors. Walk the route to the nearest school or station. Test the broadband speed from inside the property. These things do not show up in data.
That is the full data picture for MK18 4DF in Gawcott with Lenborough. 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 MK18 4DF
What are the broadband speeds available at MK18 4DF?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK18 4DF. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near MK18 4DF?
The average property price at MK18 4DF is £213,657, based on 7 recorded transactions.
What is the flood risk for properties at MK18 4DF?
MK18 4DF has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Zone 2/3. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.
What schools are nearby in the MK18 4DF area?
The nearest school is Roundwood Primary School (Primary), 0.65 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in MK18 4DF compare to other areas?
8 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.
How suitable is MK18 4DF for remote working?
MK18 4DF scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.
What is the mobile signal like at MK18 4DF?
4G outdoor coverage at MK18 4DF is 99.8%. 5G reaches 96.5%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near MK18 4DF?
EPC data for MK18 4DF is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at MK18 4DF?
The most common council tax band near MK18 4DF is Band D. The billing authority is Buckinghamshire.
How accessible are GP surgeries near MK18 4DF?
GP surgery data for MK18 4DF is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near MK18 4DF?
The nearest train station to MK18 4DF is Stockport, 109.2 miles away. Ashton-under-Lyne is also nearby.
Is MK18 4DF a suitable area for families?
MK18 4DF scores 85/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.
What is the air quality like at MK18 4DF?
Air quality at MK18 4DF is rated Fair. PM2.5 levels are 1.4 micrograms per cubic metre. Sensitive individuals should take note.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from MK18 4DF?
EV charging data for MK18 4DF is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK18 4DF?
Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.
Area suitability scores
MK18 4DFRemote Worker
40Based 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
78Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
Map
Area info
Parish
Gawcott with Lenborough
District
Buckinghamshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01017718
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