MK17 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 894 postcodes across 4 sectors in Milton Keynes.
Gigabit
82%
Superfast
92%
Avg download
233 Mbps
Avg price
£568k
Postcodes
894
MK17 extends into Buckinghamshire with 894 postcodes showing strong connectivity: 82% gigabit availability and average download speeds of 232.9 Mbps.
Broadband speeds in MK17
Share of MK17 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 894 postcodes in the district.
MK17 represents the Milton Keynes-to-Buckinghamshire transition, with substantial postcode count (894) and solid infrastructure. Gigabit-capable networks reach 82%, ultrafast covers 82.9%, and superfast achieves 92.1%. Real-world Ookla measurement shows average download of 232.9 Mbps and upload of 135.3 Mbps. Speed distribution shows 83.7% exceed 300 Mbps, 9.2% fall in 30-300 Mbps, and 3.3% experience below-10 Mbps. Below-USO breaches affect 0.6% of postcodes. Cable gigabit represents the primary infrastructure throughout. This transition code suggests evolving coverage patterns as one moves from Milton Keynes town into surrounding regions.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations. Percentages are district-wide averages of postcode-level availability, so rows may not sum to exactly 100%.
Connectivity in detail
Below 10 Mbps USO
<1%
Premises unable to get the 10 Mbps universal service minimum
Fixed wireless
0%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Avg upload
135 Mbps
Real-world Ookla speed test results
Avg latency
14 ms
Lower is better for gaming and calls
Cell towers
0
Average masts within 1 km of a postcode
Broadband by sector
MK17 splits into 4 postcode sectors. Coverage and prices can differ street by street, so open a sector below to find your exact postcode.
| Sector | Postcodes | Superfast | Full fibre | Gigabit | Avg house price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MK17 0 | 221 | 86% | TBC | 68% | £592k |
| MK17 7 | 85 | 99% | TBC | 99% | £423k |
| MK17 8 | 375 | 96% | TBC | 85% | £556k |
| MK17 9 | 213 | 89% | TBC | 84% | £645k |
All MK17 0 postcodes (221)
All MK17 7 postcodes (85)
All MK17 8 postcodes (375)
All MK17 9 postcodes (213)
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House prices in MK17
Average sale price
£568,210
Recorded sales
3,721
Postcodes with sales
616
Based on HM Land Registry price paid records, which cover England and Wales and include commercial as well as residential sales. Averages can be skewed where few sales are recorded.
Living in Milton Keynes
Average house prices at £568,210 sit comfortably in mid-range, suggesting balanced residential development blending town proximity with broadband infrastructure investment.
Crime per month
22
Average recorded crimes per local statistical area
Remote worker score
42/100
Connectivity and amenities for home working
Family score
77/100
Schools, safety and family amenities
Value score
49/100
What you get for the local price level
MK17 broadband FAQs
How does broadband quality shift from Milton Keynes into MK17?
Gigabit coverage drops to 82% versus Milton Keynes premiums, and measured speeds (232.9 Mbps) reflect this gradual transition.
What share of MK17 remains below 30 Mbps?
3.3% of postcodes experience sub-10 Mbps, and 0.6% fall below the Universal Service Obligation.
Is MK17 still suitable for reliable broadband?
Yes. 82.9% achieve ultrafast speeds, and 232.9 Mbps average meets most household demands effectively.
Should I request specific availability checks in MK17?
Yes, particularly for postcodes in the lower-speed tail, where 3.3% fall below 10 Mbps and 0.6% miss USO protections.
Neighbouring districts
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Every postcode in MK17 has its own page with broadband speeds, house prices, school ratings and crime stats. You can also compare providers for your address.
Data sources: Broadband data from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 · House prices from HM Land Registry · Crime from Police.uk · See all data sources