MK44 postcode
Broadband in MK44 1BB
Melchbourne and Yielden, Bedford
Superfast broadband covers 100% of premises here.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 28 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 MK44 1BB
What broadband is like here
Thinking about Melchbourne and Yielden? MK44 1BB 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 MK44 1BB is £371,600, based on 5 recorded sales. This is above the UK average of around £290,000.
- ✓The nearest school to MK44 1BB is Eileen Wade Primary School (Primary), 1.75 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 1BB is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at MK44 1BB 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) | 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
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Area suitability scores
MK44 1BBRemote 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
60Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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House prices
Average price
£371,600
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
falling
Most recent sale
£270,000 on
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £270,000 | PARK ROAD | |
| £348,000 | PARK ROAD | |
| £355,000 | PARK ROAD | |
| £310,000 | PARK ROAD | |
| £575,000 | PARK ROAD |
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 | ★★★☆☆ | 1.8 mi |
| Riseley CofE Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.8 mi |
| Rushden Primary Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.8 mi |
| Newton Road School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 4.1 mi |
| Sharnbrook Primary | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 4.2 mi |
| Denfield Park Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 4.3 mi |
| The Ferrers School | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 4.3 mi |
| Kymbrook Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 4.3 mi |
| Chelveston Road School | Special | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 4.4 mi |
| South End Infant School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 4.4 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
Wellingborough
7.9 mi
by road
Bedford
9.8 mi
by road
Bedford St Johns
10.4 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
HARBOROUGH FIELD SURGERY
new patients
EAST NORTHANTS PCN HUB
new patients
SHARNBROOK SURGERY
new patients
PARKLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
KIMBOLTON 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
4.7 mi
away
Believ
4.7 mi
away
Raunds Town Council
4.9 mi
away
Gabe-tess
5.6 mi
away
Toby-paul
5.8 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 1BB
What are the broadband speeds available at MK44 1BB?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK44 1BB. Maximum download speeds reach Superfast (30Mbps+) Mbps.
What is the average house price at MK44 1BB?
Based on 5 recorded transactions, the average property price at MK44 1BB is £371,600.
What schools are near MK44 1BB?
The nearest school is Eileen Wade Primary School (Primary), 1.75 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK44 1BB 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 1BB?
MK44 1BB has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK44 1BB?
Ultrafast availability data is being updated. Check with providers like BT, Virgin Media, or Openreach for the latest full fibre rollout status at MK44 1BB.
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