MK43 postcode
Broadband in MK43 7BW
Harrold, Bedford
Superfast broadband covers 100% of premises here.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 11 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
Superfast (30Mbps+)
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK43 7BW
What broadband is like here
Thinking about Harrold? MK43 7BW has 100% superfast broadband availability. But there's more to a postcode than download speeds.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
What this means
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises here. Maximum download speeds hit Superfast (30Mbps+) Mbps, which is around the UK average of 69 Mbps.
Key facts for movers
- ✓The average property price at MK43 7BW is £267,818, based on 11 recorded sales. This is roughly in line with UK averages.
- ✓The nearest school to MK43 7BW is Harrold Primary Academy (Primary), 0.16 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 3 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is a relatively low figure. The most common category was burglary.
- ✓Flood risk at MK43 7BW is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at MK43 7BW is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 2.9 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) | 0% | 0% | 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
Networks with 4G
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Area suitability scores
MK43 7BWRemote Worker
40Based 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
£267,818
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
rising
Most recent sale
£255,000 on
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £255,000 | BROOK LANE | |
| £270,000 | BROOK LANE | |
| £340,000 | BROOK LANE | |
| £303,000 | BROOK LANE | |
| £270,000 | BROOK LANE | |
| £250,000 | BROOK LANE | |
| £350,000 | BROOK LANE | |
| £200,000 | BROOK LANE | |
| £240,000 | BROOK LANE | |
| £248,000 | BROOK LANE |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 3
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrold Primary Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.2 mi |
| Carlton CofE Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
| Turvey Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.7 mi |
| Sharnbrook Academy | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.7 mi |
| Lavendon School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.9 mi |
| Pinchmill Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.9 mi |
| Bozeat Community Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.9 mi |
| Sharnbrook Primary | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.4 mi |
| Christopher Reeves CofE VA Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.4 mi |
| Newton Blossomville Church of England School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.7 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 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
7.3 mi
by road
Wellingborough
7.5 mi
by road
Bedford St Johns
8.0 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
HARROLD MEDICAL PRACTICE
new patients
SHARNBROOK SURGERY
new patients
COBBS GARDEN SURGERY
new patients
ELFT CHSB COMPLEX CARE TEAM
new patients
ELFT CHSB CARDIOLOGY NURSING
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
Shell
4.6 mi
away
Shell
4.6 mi
away
Pod Point
4.6 mi
away
Pod Point
4.6 mi
away
BP Pulse
4.9 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017504
Overall IMD Decile
8 / 10
Above average
Ranked
24,355
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 002D (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 8 | 23,262 | Above average |
| Employment | 7 | 22,089 | Above average |
| Education | 9 | 4 | Least deprived |
| Health | 9 | N/A | Least deprived |
| Crime | 7 | N/A | Above average |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Bedford 002D
Population
1,949
Census 2021
Density
78
per km² · Rural
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Harrold
District
Bedford
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01017504
Frequently asked questions about MK43 7BW
What are the broadband speeds available at MK43 7BW?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK43 7BW. Maximum download speeds reach Superfast (30Mbps+) Mbps.
What is the average house price at MK43 7BW?
Based on 11 recorded transactions, the average property price at MK43 7BW is £267,818.
What schools are near MK43 7BW?
The nearest school is Harrold Primary Academy (Primary), 0.16 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK43 7BW a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 3 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is relatively low compared to national averages.
What is the flood risk at MK43 7BW?
MK43 7BW has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK43 7BW?
Ultrafast availability data is being updated. Check with providers like BT, Virgin Media, or Openreach for the latest full fibre rollout status at MK43 7BW.
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