MK42 postcode
Broadband in MK42 8AY
Kempston, Bedford
Standard broadband is the main option at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 17 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
Basic only
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK42 8AY
What broadband is like here
Thinking about Kempston? MK42 8AY has broadband options worth checking. But there's more to a postcode than download speeds.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
What this means
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Key facts for movers
- ✓The average property price at MK42 8AY is £22,847,500, based on 1 recorded sale. This is above the UK average of around £290,000.
- ✓The nearest school to MK42 8AY is Bedford Road Primary Academy (Primary), 0.11 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 183 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime.
- ✓Flood risk at MK42 8AY is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at MK42 8AY is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits.
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 0% | 0% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 0% | 0% | 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
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4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
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Area suitability scores
MK42 8AYRemote Worker
35Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
55Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
35Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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House prices
Average price
£22,847,500
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
unknown
Most recent sale
£22,847,500 on
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £22,847,500 | BEDFORD ROAD |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 183
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford Road Primary Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.1 mi |
| Greys Education Centre | Other | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.2 mi |
| Rivertree Free School | Special | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| Grange Academy | Special | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Camestone School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Balliol Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Springfield Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Daubeney Academy | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Kempston Academy | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Ridgeway School | Special | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 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
EPC energy ratings
Energy Performance Certificate distribution for this area
Most common: Band A
EPC score 92–100
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
1.5 mi
by road
Bedford St Johns
1.5 mi
by road
Kempston Hardwick
1.8 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
KING STREET SURGERY
new patients
CCSB HEALTH VISITORS
new patients
CCSB PAED COMM NURSING
new patients
CCSB SAFEGUARDING
new patients
CCSB SCHOOL 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
EV Charger
0.2 mi
away
EV Charger
0.3 mi
away
BP Pulse
1.5 mi
away
EV Charger
1.6 mi
away
EV Charger
1.6 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017505
Overall IMD Decile
4 / 10
Below average
Ranked
12,713
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 017A (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 5 | 15,609 | Average |
| Employment | 4 | 10,258 | Below average |
| Education | 3 | 29 | Below average |
| Health | 5 | N/A | Average |
| Crime | 3 | N/A | Below average |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Bedford 017A
Population
1,549
Census 2021
Density
5969
per km² · Dense urban
Median Age
32
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Kempston
District
Bedford
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01017505
Frequently asked questions about MK42 8AY
What are the broadband speeds available at MK42 8AY?
Broadband is available at MK42 8AY. Contact local providers for specific speed information.
What is the average house price at MK42 8AY?
Based on 1 recorded transaction, the average property price at MK42 8AY is £22,847,500.
What schools are near MK42 8AY?
The nearest school is Bedford Road Primary Academy (Primary), 0.11 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK42 8AY a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 183 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is above average — check Police.uk for a detailed breakdown.
What is the flood risk at MK42 8AY?
MK42 8AY has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK42 8AY?
Ultrafast availability data is being updated. Check with providers like BT, Virgin Media, or Openreach for the latest full fibre rollout status at MK42 8AY.
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