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Broadband in MK17 8BH

Hulcote and Salford, Central Bedfordshire

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Best speedGigabit (1Gbps+)
StandardSuperfastGigabit
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 8 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

TBC

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Arthur TuringData last verified: 8 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 MK17 8BH. 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 MK17 8BH

What broadband is like here

MK17 8BH sits in Hulcote and Salford, Central Bedfordshire. Whether you're moving in or checking your options, here's the full picture of broadband and local living.

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

What this means

Great news — nearly homes at MK17 8BH can get superfast broadband. Top speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage sits at 100%.

Key facts for movers

  • The average property price at MK17 8BH is £528,749, based on 4 recorded sales. This is above the UK average of around £290,000.
  • The nearest school to MK17 8BH is St Mary's Wavendon CofE Primary (Primary), 0.88 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
  • In the latest month of data, 4 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is a relatively low figure. The most common category was violent crime.
  • Flood risk at MK17 8BH is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
  • Air quality at MK17 8BH 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

MK17 8BH

Remote Worker

40

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

Family

90

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

Value for Money

35

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

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House prices

Average price

£528,749

Sales (5 yrs)

Trend

rising

Most recent sale

£497,495 on

DatePriceStreet
£497,495BROUGHTON ROAD
£920,000BROUGHTON ROAD
£315,000BROUGHTON ROAD
£382,500BROUGHTON ROAD

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 4

violent crime50%2
anti social behaviour25%1
criminal damage arson25%1

Schools nearby

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

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
St Mary's Wavendon CofE PrimaryPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.9 mi
Glebe Farm SchoolAll-throughNot available★★★☆☆1.4 mi
Swallowfield PrimaryPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.9 mi
Cranfield UniversityHigher EducationNot available★★★☆☆2.1 mi
FulbrookSecondaryNot available★★★☆☆2.1 mi
Cranfield Church of England AcademyPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.2 mi
Aspley Guise Village SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.3 mi
Holywell SchoolSecondaryNot available★★★☆☆2.3 mi
Broughton Fields Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.4 mi
Wavendon Gate SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.4 mi

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Flood risk

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

Environment Agency / getthedata.com Open Flood Risk by Postcode

EPC energy ratings

Energy Performance Certificate distribution for this area

E

Most common: Band E

EPC score 39–54

A
0%
B
0%
C
0%
D
1%
E
4%
F
0%
G
0%
EPC Open Data Communities API

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

🚂

Aspley Guise

1.6 mi

by road

🚂

Woburn Sands

2.0 mi

by road

🚂

Ridgmont

2.2 mi

by road

Haversine calculation from postcode coordinates · Straight-line distances

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

BROOKLANDS HEALTH CENTRE

MK10 7LN·1.5 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

ASPLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE

MK17 8QP·2.3 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

ASCENT PCN HUB

MK17 8QP·2.3 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

MILTON KEYNES VILLAGE SURG

MK10 9BQ·2.6 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

WALNUT TREE HEALTH CENTRE

MK7 7PB·2.8 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)9.1 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)2.7 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

🔋

PodPoint Charging Station

Type 2Pod Point

1.7 mi

away

🔋

Polar Network Charging Station

Type 2

2.0 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 22 points

2.1 mi

away

🔋

Cranfield Village Hall

Type 25 points

2.1 mi

away

🔋

MK Village Practice Charging Station

Type 27.2kW · Fast2 pointsPolar Chargemaster

2.6 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 007H

Population

1,885

Census 2021

Density

101

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

Hulcote and Salford

District

Central Bedfordshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01033814

Frequently asked questions about MK17 8BH

What are the broadband speeds available at MK17 8BH?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK17 8BH. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What is the average house price at MK17 8BH?

Based on 4 recorded transactions, the average property price at MK17 8BH is £528,749.

What schools are near MK17 8BH?

The nearest school is St Mary's Wavendon CofE Primary (Primary), 0.88 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.

Is MK17 8BH a safe area?

In the latest month of available data, 4 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is relatively low compared to national averages.

What is the flood risk at MK17 8BH?

MK17 8BH has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.

Can I get full fibre broadband at MK17 8BH?

Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK17 8BH. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.

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