Broadband in MK16 9HS

Looking at MK16 9HS in North Crawley? Here is what the data says. From broadband coverage to crime rates, this is the full picture. All numbers are from official sources. The guide is updated as new data becomes available.

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at MK16 9HS stands at 0%. That is below the UK average of 93%. The maximum download speed recorded is Basic only. That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

Translating the numbers at MK16 9HS into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 83.24 Mbps. That handles HD video calls, cloud backups, and uploading large files without issues. Streaming is possible but may stutter at busy times. SD quality is more reliable than HD here. Latency is 6 ms. That is excellent for online gaming, competitive play, and real-time applications. Remote workers may find speeds limiting during peak hours. A wired ethernet connection helps with consistency.

Ookla Speedtest users at MK16 9HS see average downloads of 87.63 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 83.24 Mbps. Latency sits at 6 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 9 speed tests run by local users.

The nearest tower is 4.04 km away.

2 crimes were reported near MK16 9HS in the most recent month. The level is relatively low. The most common category was anti social behaviour. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

The nearest school to MK16 9HS is North Crawley CofE School. It is a Primary school, 0.68 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at MK16 9HS is rated Medium (Zone 2/3). Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information. Specialist flood insurance may be needed. Air quality is rated Fair with PM2.5 at 1.4 micrograms per cubic metre.

The LSOA covering MK16 9HS has a population of approximately 1361. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.

The nearest train station to MK16 9HS is Stockport, 111.5 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ashton-under-Lyne is the next closest at 114.8 miles. Manchester Piccadilly offers another option at 117.2 miles.

Properties around MK16 9HS most commonly fall into council tax Band D. The billing authority is Milton Keynes. The three most common bands are D (27%), C (25%), E (16%). Band D corresponds to 1991 property values of £68,001 to £88,000. Current values are typically much higher. The spread across mid-range bands suggests a varied housing stock.

4G outdoor coverage at MK16 9HS reaches 100%. Indoor 4G drops to 99.8%. Indoor coverage is close to outdoor levels. Signal should be reliable throughout the building. 5G outdoor coverage is at 99.2%. That makes 5G home broadband a genuine alternative to fixed-line connections. Coverage data covers EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Check each operator individually, as coverage varies by network.

Suitability scores for MK16 9HS: remote working 35/100, family 85/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

MK16 9HS falls within the Milton Keynes local authority area. The immediate area is North Crawley, a distinct community within the wider district. The MK16 postcode area contains 565 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across MK16 ranges from 0% to 100%.

How does MK16 9HS compare to its neighbours? MK16 9LN (0.49 miles, North Crawley) has 76.9% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. MK16 9LW (0.51 miles, North Crawley) has 95.7% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. MK16 9HH (0.67 miles, North Crawley) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. MK16 9LL (0.67 miles, North Crawley) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit.

Not every property at MK16 9HS gets the same speeds. Run a postcode check with each provider before signing up. Headline speeds are not guarantees. If fibre is unavailable, consider 4G home broadband or satellite as alternatives. Speeds may still be adequate for most uses. Compare contract lengths, total costs over the term, and exit fees. The cheapest monthly rate is not always the best deal.

The age profile is close to the national median. A mix of families, professionals, and retirees.

What does all of this mean for someone considering MK16 9HS? Broadband is the main concern at MK16 9HS. With no superfast coverage, check what alternatives exist before committing. 4G home broadband, satellite, or community fibre schemes may fill the gap. Milton Keynes as a local authority area has its own planning priorities, council services, and infrastructure investment plans. Check the council website for the latest. The data covers what can be measured. North Crawley has its own character that numbers alone cannot capture. Use these figures as a filter, then visit to get the full picture.

Data sources include Ofcom (broadband and mobile), Land Registry (house prices), Police.uk (crime), Ofsted (schools), Environment Agency (flood risk), and Open-Meteo (air quality). Council tax data comes from the Valuation Office Agency. EPC data is from DLUHC. Transport data uses NaPTAN. Speed distribution figures are from Ofcom Connected Nations. All figures are the latest available at the time of writing.

Numbers tell part of the story for MK16 9HS. Visit at different times of day. Talk to neighbours. Check mobile signal indoors. Walk the route to the nearest school or station. Test the broadband speed from inside the property. These things do not show up in data.

MK16 9HS in North Crawley: broadband, house prices, crime, schools, and more. All from verified sources. Run a speed test above for a live reading. Compare with nearby postcodes to see how this area stacks up against its neighbours.