MK44 postcode
Broadband in MK44 3JS
Great Barford, Bedford
Superfast broadband covers 100% of premises here.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 15 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
68% Ultrafast
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK44 3JS
What broadband is like here
Thinking about Great Barford? MK44 3JS has 100% superfast broadband availability. But there's more to a postcode than download speeds.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
What this means
Great news — nearly homes at MK44 3JS can get superfast broadband. Top speeds reach 68% Ultrafast Mbps. Ultrafast coverage sits at 68.2%.
Key facts for movers
- ✓The average property price at MK44 3JS is £275,700, based on 5 recorded sales. This is roughly in line with UK averages.
- ✓The nearest school to MK44 3JS is Great Barford Church of England Primary Academy (Primary), 0.25 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 6 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is a relatively low figure. The most common category was violent crime.
- ✓Flood risk at MK44 3JS is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at MK44 3JS 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) | 68% | 68% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 0% | 0% | TBC |
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
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Area suitability scores
MK44 3JSRemote Worker
70Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
90Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
70Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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House prices
Average price
£275,700
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
rising
Most recent sale
£268,500 on
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £268,500 | DOTHANS CLOSE | |
| £320,000 | DOTHANS CLOSE | |
| £283,500 | DOTHANS CLOSE | |
| £244,000 | DOTHANS CLOSE | |
| £262,500 | DOTHANS CLOSE |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 6
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Barford Church of England Primary Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| John Donne Church of England Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.8 mi |
| Moggerhanger Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.1 mi |
| Roxton Church of England Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.3 mi |
| Renhold VC Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.4 mi |
| Cambian Walnut Tree Lodge School | Special | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.4 mi |
| Wilden CofE VA Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.6 mi |
| Sheerhatch Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.7 mi |
| Maple Tree Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.9 mi |
| Sandy Secondary School | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.1 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
Sandy
3.9 mi
by road
Bedford St Johns
5.1 mi
by road
Bedford
5.4 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
GREAT BARFORD SURGERY
new patients
ST. JOHN'S CARE HOME
new patients
BEDOC HEALTHCARE
new patients
PUTNOE MEDICAL CENTRE PARTNERSHIP
new patients
SANDY HEALTH CENTRE
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
3.8 mi
away
Wyboston Supercharger
4.2 mi
away
Wyboston Lakes Destination Charging
4.3 mi
away
bp
4.7 mi
away
BP Pulse
4.8 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017495
Overall IMD Decile
9 / 10
Least deprived
Ranked
28,019
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 004B (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 7 | 22,497 | Above average |
| Employment | 7 | 22,275 | Above average |
| Education | 7 | 10 | Above average |
| Health | 9 | N/A | Least deprived |
| Crime | 8 | N/A | Above average |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Bedford 004B
Population
2,252
Census 2021
Density
194
per km² · Suburban
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Great Barford
District
Bedford
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01017495
Frequently asked questions about MK44 3JS
What are the broadband speeds available at MK44 3JS?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK44 3JS. Maximum download speeds reach 68% Ultrafast Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 68.2%.
What is the average house price at MK44 3JS?
Based on 5 recorded transactions, the average property price at MK44 3JS is £275,700.
What schools are near MK44 3JS?
The nearest school is Great Barford Church of England Primary Academy (Primary), 0.25 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK44 3JS a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 6 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is relatively low compared to national averages.
What is the flood risk at MK44 3JS?
MK44 3JS has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK44 3JS?
Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 68.2% of premises at MK44 3JS. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.
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