Broadband in MK16 9LP

This is the area guide for MK16 9LP, located in North Crawley (Milton Keynes). It covers connectivity, property, safety, and local services. Every claim links back to a specific data point. Read on for the detail.

94.1% of premises at MK16 9LP can access superfast broadband. The UK average is 93%. This postcode meets or exceeds that benchmark. The maximum download speed recorded is Superfast (30Mbps+). That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

Here is how broadband speeds break down across premises at MK16 9LP. 100% of connections fall in the 30 to 300 Mbps range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls.

Translating the numbers at MK16 9LP into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 10.33 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 sits at 16 ms. Acceptable for most online gaming. Competitive players may notice occasional lag. Remote workers may find speeds limiting during peak hours. A wired ethernet connection helps with consistency.

Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at MK16 9LP. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

Real-world download speeds at MK16 9LP average 48.68 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 10.33 Mbps. Latency sits at 16 ms. That is acceptable for most online activities. This is based on 50 speed tests run by local users.

0% of premises at MK16 9LP fall below the Universal Service Obligation of 10 Mbps. Every property here meets the minimum standard. That is not the case everywhere. Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 100% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.

The nearest tower is 5.1 km away.

House prices near MK16 9LP sit at £435,000 on average. This puts the area above the national benchmark. This is based on 5 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.

Crime in the LSOA covering MK16 9LP totalled 2 offences last month. This is a relatively low figure. 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 9LP is North Crawley CofE School. It is a Primary school, 0.19 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at MK16 9LP 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 1.6 micrograms per cubic metre.

The LSOA covering MK16 9LP 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 9LP is Stockport, 110.8 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ashton-under-Lyne is the next closest at 114.1 miles. Manchester Piccadilly offers another option at 116.5 miles.

The most common council tax band near MK16 9LP is 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.

Outdoor 4G mobile signal at MK16 9LP is available across 100% of the area. 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 9LP: remote working 35/100, family 85/100, value 50/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

The local authority for MK16 9LP is Milton Keynes. 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%. MK16 9LP is close to the area average of 95%.

How does MK16 9LP compare to its neighbours? MK16 9LR (0.02 miles, North Crawley) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. MK16 9LG (0.05 miles, North Crawley) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. MK16 9LY (0.08 miles, North Crawley) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. MK16 9LX (0.08 miles, North Crawley) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. Neighbouring postcodes tend to have better superfast coverage.

When choosing a broadband provider at MK16 9LP, check what technology reaches your specific address. Availability varies by street and sometimes by building. 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.

Looking at the overall picture for MK16 9LP, a few things are worth highlighting. Connectivity at MK16 9LP is a strength. Strong broadband coverage gives flexibility for both working and leisure. The area scores well on that front. 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.

Before making a decision about MK16 9LP, visit in person. Check the commute at rush hour. Try the mobile signal indoors. Look at local shops and green spaces. Ask about broadband reliability, not just speed. Data sets the scene, but real life fills in the gaps.

This covers the key data for MK16 9LP. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. For area-wide trends, see the North Crawley hub page. Bookmark this page and check back as new data arrives.