MK44 postcode
Broadband in MK44 1AS
Melchbourne and Yielden, Bedford
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 22 March 2026
Flood Risk
Medium
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK44 1AS
What broadband is like here
Thinking about Melchbourne and Yielden? MK44 1AS 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 1AS 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 MK44 1AS. This can happen in areas with very few residential sales.
- ✓The nearest school to MK44 1AS is Eileen Wade Primary School (Primary), 2.2 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 1 crime was reported in this area (LSOA level). This is a relatively low figure. The most common category was anti social behaviour.
- ✓Flood risk at MK44 1AS is rated Medium (Zone 3a). It is worth checking with the Environment Agency for detailed flood maps.
- ✓Air quality at MK44 1AS 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) | 100% | 100% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 100% | 100% | 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
MK44 1ASRemote Worker
40Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
85Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
50Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 1
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eileen Wade Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.2 mi |
| Rushden Primary Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.0 mi |
| Riseley CofE Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.1 mi |
| Newton Road School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.1 mi |
| The Ferrers School | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.1 mi |
| Chelveston Road School | Special | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.1 mi |
| Denfield Park Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.2 mi |
| Stanwick Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.5 mi |
| South End Infant School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.5 mi |
| Higham Ferrers Junior School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.5 mi |
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Zone 3a
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Flood risk: Medium
This postcode is in Zone 3a — medium risk of flooding from rivers and sea.
Flood Zone
Zone 3a
Risk Level
Medium
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
Wellingborough
6.8 mi
by road
Bedford
10.8 mi
by road
Bedford St Johns
11.3 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
HARBOROUGH FIELD SURGERY
new patients
EAST NORTHANTS PCN HUB
new patients
PARKLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
HIGHAM FERRERS SURGERY
new patients
RUSHDEN MEDICAL 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
Believ
3.5 mi
away
Believ
3.5 mi
away
Raunds Town Council
3.8 mi
away
Gabe-tess
4.5 mi
away
Toby-paul
4.7 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017545
Overall IMD Decile
7 / 10
Above average
Ranked
21,302
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 001D (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 9 | 27,919 | Least deprived |
| Employment | 9 | 28,341 | Least deprived |
| Education | 9 | 3 | Least deprived |
| Health | 9 | -1 | Least deprived |
| Crime | 9 | N/A | Least deprived |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Bedford 001D
Population
1,453
Census 2021
Density
38
per km² · Rural
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Melchbourne and Yielden
District
Bedford
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01017545
Frequently asked questions about MK44 1AS
What are the broadband speeds available at MK44 1AS?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK44 1AS. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What schools are near MK44 1AS?
The nearest school is Eileen Wade Primary School (Primary), 2.2 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK44 1AS a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 1 crime was recorded in this LSOA area. This is relatively low compared to national averages.
What is the flood risk at MK44 1AS?
MK44 1AS has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Zone 3a by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK44 1AS?
Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK44 1AS. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.
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