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Broadband in MK45 3GY

Houghton Conquest, Central Bedfordshire

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Best speedGigabit (1Gbps+)
StandardSuperfastGigabit
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 24 March 2026

Flood Risk

TBC

Fibre (FTTP)

TBC

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Arthur TuringData last verified: 24 March 2026

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HD uses ~5 Mbps per person. 4K uses ~25 Mbps.

Each person on calls needs around 10 Mbps.

Competitive gaming needs low latency as much as raw speed.

Cameras, thermostats, speakers and similar devices each use a few Mbps.

Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at MK45 3GY. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

Living near MK45 3GY

What broadband is like here

Here's the broadband and area guide for MK45 3GY in Houghton Conquest. From internet speeds to schools and house prices, this is what the data says.

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

What this means

Great news — nearly homes at MK45 3GY can get superfast broadband. Top speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage sits at 100%.

Key facts for movers

  • No recent house price data is available for MK45 3GY. This can happen in areas with very few residential sales.
  • The nearest school to MK45 3GY is Willow Grove Primary School (Primary), 0.49 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
  • In the latest month of data, 19 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is a relatively low figure. The most common category was anti social behaviour.
  • Flood risk data for this postcode is being updated.
  • Air quality at MK45 3GY is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits.
TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)100%
100%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)100%
100%
TBC
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)100%
100%
TBC
Full Fibre (FTTP)N/A
N/A
TBC
Gigabit100%
100%
TBC

Mobile coverage

4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

4G Outdoor

99.9%

4G Indoor

99.5%

5G Outdoor

97.8%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025) · Data at local authority area level

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Area suitability scores

MK45 3GY

Remote Worker

40

Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.

Family

75

Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.

Value for Money

50

Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.

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Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 19

anti social behaviour47%9
violent crime21%4
other theft11%2
criminal damage arson11%2
public order5%1
vehicle crime5%1

Schools nearby

Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Willow Grove Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.5 mi
Wixams AcademySecondaryNot available★★★☆☆0.8 mi
Wixams Tree Primary AcademyPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.8 mi
Houghton Conquest Lower SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.3 mi
Lakeview SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.3 mi
Marston Vale Middle SchoolSecondaryNot available★★★☆☆1.5 mi
Wilstead Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.5 mi
Kimberley 16 - 19 Stem CollegeFurther EducationNot available★★★☆☆1.9 mi
Springfield Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.2 mi
Wootton Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.3 mi

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Council tax bands

Band distribution for Central Bedfordshire

D

Most common: Band D

2,071/yr · Central Bedfordshire

A
4%£1,381
B
12%£1,611
C
22%£1,841
D
26%£2,071
E
18%£2,531
F
10%£2,991
G
6%£3,452
H
2%£4,142

Annual council tax estimates for Central Bedfordshire, 2024/25

Valuation Office Agency (VOA) · Check exact band at gov.uk

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

🚂

Kempston Hardwick

1.2 mi

by road

🚂

Stewartby

1.8 mi

by road

🚂

Millbrook (Beds)

2.8 mi

by road

Haversine calculation from postcode coordinates · Straight-line distances

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

CCSB HEALTH VISITORS

MK42 7PN·1.8 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

CCSB PAED COMM NURSING

MK42 7PN·1.8 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

CCSB SAFEGUARDING

MK42 7PN·1.8 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

CCSB SCHOOL NURSING

MK42 7PN·1.8 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

CIRCLE INTEGRATED CARE

MK42 7NY·1.9 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

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Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

Good air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles)3 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles)8.5 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)2.9 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

Open-Meteo Air Quality API (7-day average) · Guidelines: WHO 2021

EV charging nearby

Public EV charging points within 5 miles

🔋

EV Charger

Type 2

2.5 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 2

2.5 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 2

2.8 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 2

3.4 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 2

3.4 mi

away

OpenStreetMap Overpass API (replaces decommissioned DFT National Chargepoint Registry, which closed Nov 2024) · Within 5 miles

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 008G

Population

1,507

Census 2021

Density

360

per km² · Suburban

Median Age

42

years (est.)

Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown

Census 2021 (ONS via Nomis NM_2028_1, NM_2026_1)

Area info

Parish

Houghton Conquest

District

Central Bedfordshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01033818

Frequently asked questions about MK45 3GY

What are the broadband speeds available at MK45 3GY?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK45 3GY. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What schools are near MK45 3GY?

The nearest school is Willow Grove Primary School (Primary), 0.49 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.

Is MK45 3GY a safe area?

In the latest month of available data, 19 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is relatively low compared to national averages.

Can I get full fibre broadband at MK45 3GY?

Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK45 3GY. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.

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