MK44 postcode
Broadband in MK44 1SH
Milton Ernest, Bedford
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 28 March 2026
Flood Risk
Medium
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK44 1SH
What's MK44 1SH actually like? We checked Milton Ernest's data across 15+ categories. Broadband speeds and real-world performance. House prices and recent sales. Crime rates and categories. Schools, flood risk, air quality, GP access, and transport links. Everything below comes from official public data. Updated regularly. Specific to this postcode wherever possible.
Strong broadband in this part of Milton Ernest. Superfast (30Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. The UK average is around 93%. Milton Ernest beats that. Ultrafast (100Mbps+) covers 90%. That puts Milton Ernest ahead of most UK postcodes. Enough for streaming, video calls, and smart home devices. Gigabit connections: 90% coverage. Most homes here can get future-proof speeds.
Coverage tells you what's available. Speed tests show what people get. Average download at MK44 1SH: 281 Mbps. Upload: 48 Mbps. Latency: 11ms. Well above the UK average of around 70 Mbps. 4K streaming on multiple devices at once. No problem. Large file downloads finish in minutes, not hours. Data from 13 speed tests in this area.
Every premises at MK44 1SH meets the broadband USO. 92% can get 300 Mbps or faster. That's a strong position for the area. Next-gen fibre infrastructure covers 100% of premises. Most of the area has modern fibre connections.
Average property price near MK44 1SH: £385,839. That's well above the UK average of £290,000. About 33% higher than the national figure. Based on 14 Land Registry transactions. Most recent sale: £330,000. A terraced in August 2025. A moderate number of sales. Gives a decent picture. A 10% deposit would be around £38,584. Monthly mortgage payments depend on your rate and term.
Police.uk data: 4 incidents last month. Low crime area. Fewer incidents than most places this size. Most common type: violent crime (3). Second: criminal damage arson (1). Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. Check the full trend on Police.uk before deciding.
Five schools near MK44 1SH. Nearest: Milton Ernest CofE Primary School. Distance: 0.25 miles. Type: Primary. Second nearest: Oakley Primary Academy (1.68 mi). Also: Pinchmill Primary School (1.69 mi). Reasonable school options. Check individual school catchment areas for your address.
Flood risk: Medium. Zone: Zone 2/3. Moderate flood risk. Get a flood risk assessment before buying. Insurance premiums may be higher. Air quality: Fair. PM2.5: 2.4 µg/m³. Well within WHO guidelines.
Local population: 1,745. Median age: 42. Rural area. 59 people per km². Expect quiet roads and more space between homes. Fewer local amenities. Car likely a must. Deprivation index: decile 7 out of 10. That's less deprived than average. Living environment quality is lower than average.
Nearest train station: Stockport. Distance: 108.7 miles. You'll need a car to get there. Also: Ashton-under-Lyne (111.6 mi). And Manchester Piccadilly (114.4 mi). Five public EV chargers nearby. Closest: 3.49 miles away. Good EV charging options in the area. Operator: Pod Point.
Council tax: mostly Band C. Check your exact band at gov.uk/council-tax-bands. Band affects your annual bill by hundreds of pounds.
Nearest GP: HMP YARL'S WOOD IRC. Distance: 1.1 miles. Five practices in the wider area. Check directly about new patient availability. GP lists fill up. Register early if you're moving. Close enough for a quick trip. Register with a GP before you need one. Waiting lists vary between practices.
4G outdoor coverage: 100%. 5G outdoor: 98.9%. Strong mobile signal across the area. 5G is widely available here. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom. Street-level signal can vary. Buildings and terrain affect actual reception. Try your handset on-site before switching provider.
Remote working score: 81/100. Good setup for working from home. Family score: 90/100. Ticks the boxes for families. Scores factor in broadband, schools, crime, and GPs. They weight each category by its relevance. A low score doesn't mean the area is bad. It means specific factors may not suit that use case. Compare scores with nearby postcodes to spot patterns.
A note on broadband providers. Ofcom data shows what's available. Not which provider to pick. Actual speeds depend on your line, your router, and your provider. Check BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local FTTP operators. Compare deals at broadbandcompareuk.com or uSwitch. Contract lengths vary. 18 months is standard. Some offer 12. Ask about setup fees. They range from free to £50+. The area gets good real-world speeds. Most providers should deliver on their promises here.
Milton Ernest is a rural area. Open fields and quiet lanes. A car is a must. Public transport is limited. Nearest supermarket may be a drive away.
All data on this page comes from official public sources. Ofcom publishes broadband stats yearly. Police.uk updates monthly. The Land Registry records every sale. We pull it together so you can see the full picture in one place.
Numbers only go so far. Visit MK44 1SH on a weekday morning and a Saturday afternoon. Check parking availability. Listen for traffic noise. Look at the condition of nearby properties. Talk to a neighbour if you can. First impressions matter when choosing a home.
MK44 1SH has its strengths and weak spots like anywhere. Use the data above as your starting point. Check providers and schools directly. Visit the area on a weekday and a weekend. Numbers only tell part of the story. The feel of a place matters too. We update these figures regularly as new data is released.
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 100% | 100% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | 30-80 Mbps |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 90% | 90% | 100-300 Mbps |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | 300-900 Mbps |
| Gigabit | 90% | 90% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Speed Distribution at MK44 1SH
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at MK44 1SH
Based on 13 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
281
Mbps
Upload
48
Mbps
Latency
11
ms
Tests
13
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at MK44 1SH
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Cell Tower Coverage near MK44 1SH
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Area suitability scores
MK44 1SHRemote Worker
81Based 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
£385,839
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
falling
Most recent sale
£330,000 on
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £330,000 | RADWELL ROAD | |
| £275,000 | RADWELL ROAD | |
| £515,000 | RADWELL ROAD | |
| £432,500 | RADWELL ROAD | |
| £260,000 | RADWELL ROAD | |
| £385,000 | RADWELL ROAD | |
| £255,000 | RADWELL ROAD | |
| £285,000 | RADWELL ROAD | |
| £836,500 | RADWELL ROAD | |
| £326,000 | RADWELL ROAD |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 4
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milton Ernest CofE Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| Oakley Primary Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.7 mi |
| Pinchmill Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.7 mi |
| Lincroft Academy | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.8 mi |
| Sharnbrook Primary | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.4 mi |
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Check Deals →Flood risk
Zone 2/3
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Flood risk: Medium
This postcode is in Zone 2/3 — medium risk of flooding from rivers and sea.
Flood Zone
Zone 2/3
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
Stockport
108.7 mi
by road
Ashton-under-Lyne
111.6 mi
by road
Manchester Piccadilly
114.4 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
HMP YARL'S WOOD IRC
new patients
ELFT CHSB COMPLEX CARE TEAM
new patients
ELFT CHSB CARDIOLOGY NURSING
new patients
ELFT CHSB COMMUNITY NURSING
new patients
ELFT CHSB MATRONS
new patients
Air quality
Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels
Fair 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
Pod Point
3.5 mi
away
Pod Point
3.5 mi
away
Pod Point
3.5 mi
away
Pod Point
3.5 mi
away
Pod Point
3.5 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017478
Overall IMD Decile
7 / 10
Above average
Ranked
22,373
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 003A (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 7 | 21,542 | Above average |
| Employment | 7 | 21,073 | Above average |
| Education | 9 | 3 | Least deprived |
| Health | 7 | N/A | Above average |
| Crime | 10 | -1 | Least deprived |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Bedford 003A
Population
1,745
Census 2021
Density
59
per km² · Rural
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Milton Ernest
District
Bedford
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01017478
Frequently asked questions about MK44 1SH
What are the broadband speeds available at MK44 1SH?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK44 1SH. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 90%.
What is the average house price near MK44 1SH?
Average property price near MK44 1SH: £385,839. Based on 14 Land Registry sales. The most recent sale was a terraced for £330,000 in 2025.
What is the flood risk for properties at MK44 1SH?
MK44 1SH has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Zone 2/3 by the Environment Agency. Check the Environment Agency flood map for detailed risk information.
What schools are nearby in the MK44 1SH area?
The nearest school to MK44 1SH is Milton Ernest CofE Primary School (Primary), 0.25 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
How does crime rate in MK44 1SH compare to other areas?
In the latest month of data, 4 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is below average. The most common category was violent crime.
How suitable is MK44 1SH for remote working?
MK44 1SH scores 81/100 for remote working suitability, making it well suited for home workers. This score factors in superfast broadband coverage, full fibre availability, and mobile signal strength.
What is the mobile signal like at MK44 1SH?
4G outdoor coverage at MK44 1SH is 100%, with 5G outdoor at 98.9%. Networks available include EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom Connected Nations.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating for homes near MK44 1SH?
EPC data is not yet available for MK44 1SH. Energy Performance Certificates are recorded when properties are sold or rented. Check the EPC register at epc.opendatacommunities.org for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at MK44 1SH?
The most common council tax band in Bedford is Band C. Band D council tax is approximately £1988 per year. Check your exact band at gov.uk.
How accessible are GP surgeries near MK44 1SH?
The nearest GP surgery to MK44 1SH is HMP YARL'S WOOD IRC, 1.1 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.
What transport links are available near MK44 1SH?
The nearest train station to MK44 1SH is Stockport, 108.7 miles away. Other nearby stations include Ashton-under-Lyne (111.6 mi) and Manchester Piccadilly (114.4 mi).
Is MK44 1SH a suitable area for families?
MK44 1SH scores 90/100 for family suitability, rated very suitable. This score considers Ofsted school ratings, crime rates, flood risk, and proximity to GP surgeries.
What is the air quality like at MK44 1SH?
Air quality at MK44 1SH is rated Fair with PM2.5 levels at 2.4 µg/m³. This is close to WHO guideline levels.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from MK44 1SH?
The nearest public EV charging point to MK44 1SH is 3.49 miles away (Pod Point, Type 2). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK44 1SH?
Ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 90% of premises at MK44 1SH. Gigabit coverage reaches 90%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.
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