MK8 broadband and area guide
Ofcom coverage, connection speeds, house prices and local data for 474 postcodes across 4 sectors in Milton Keynes.
Gigabit
97%
Superfast
99%
Avg download
324 Mbps
Avg price
£546k
Postcodes
474
MK8 encompasses 474 postcodes in Milton Keynes with near-complete gigabit access. Real-world testing shows average download of 324 Mbps, backed by 96.6% gigabit coverage.
Broadband speeds in MK8
Share of MK8 premises by the fastest download speed available, averaged across all 474 postcodes in the district.
Superfast reaches 99.2% of postcodes. Gigabit penetration is 96.6%, with 97.9% sustaining 300+ Mbps in practice. Average upload of 179 Mbps sits between the full-fibre zones (MK5 at 217, MK6 at 254) and cable-led areas, confirming reliable fibre backhaul. No postcodes report below 10 Mbps. MK8 shows consistent gigabit performance without the upload symmetry of MK6 or MK7, suggesting hybrid fibre-cable or standard gigabit fibre. The upload-to-download proportion is moderate, typical of cable gigabit or shared fibre tiers. For households, 324 Mbps average download comfortably handles professional video, 4K streaming, and concurrent home office. MK8 balances strong performance with modest upload constraints.
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
0%
Premises unable to get the 10 Mbps universal service minimum
Fixed wireless
0%
Premises that can use a fixed wireless access service
Avg upload
179 Mbps
Real-world Ookla speed test results
Avg latency
13 ms
Lower is better for gaming and calls
Cell towers
2
Average masts within 1 km of a postcode
Broadband by sector
MK8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MK8 0 | 114 | 100% | TBC | 100% | £492k |
| MK8 1 | 145 | 99% | TBC | 95% | £426k |
| MK8 8 | 128 | 100% | TBC | 96% | £822k |
| MK8 9 | 87 | 98% | TBC | 96% | £440k |
All MK8 0 postcodes (114)
All MK8 1 postcodes (145)
All MK8 8 postcodes (128)
All MK8 9 postcodes (87)
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House prices in MK8
Average sale price
£545,511
Recorded sales
1,817
Postcodes with sales
347
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 price is 545,511 pounds. This speed tier supports professional remote work and household entertainment without contention.
Crime per month
104
Average recorded crimes per local statistical area
Remote worker score
41/100
Connectivity and amenities for home working
Family score
51/100
Schools, safety and family amenities
Value score
57/100
What you get for the local price level
MK8 broadband FAQs
Is MK8's 324 Mbps download reliable?
Yes. 96.6% gigabit coverage and average testing of 324 Mbps indicate stable, modern infrastructure.
How does MK8 compare to MK5 and MK7 in Milton Keynes?
MK5 and MK7 achieve higher downloads (333 and 352 Mbps respectively) and upload symmetry above 240 Mbps. MK8 is strong but slightly behind.
What percentage of MK8 enjoys gigabit?
96.6%, broadly matching MK6 and MK7. All three are among Milton Keynes's best-served outwards.
Are there any slow postcodes in MK8?
None below 10 Mbps. 99.2% achieve superfast (30+ Mbps) or better.
Neighbouring districts
Check your exact postcode
Every postcode in MK8 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