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Broadband in NN29 7HT

Podington, Bedford

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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 29 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Sage MitchellData last verified: 29 March 2026

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HD uses ~5 Mbps per person. 4K uses ~25 Mbps.

Each person on calls needs around 10 Mbps.

Competitive gaming needs low latency as much as raw speed.

Cameras, thermostats, speakers and similar devices each use a few Mbps.

Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)100%
100%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)100%
100%
30-80 Mbps
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)100%
100%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)N/A
N/A
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit100%
100%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at NN29 7HT

100%
300+ Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Real-World Speeds at NN29 7HT

Based on 67 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)

Download

246

Mbps

Upload

91

Mbps

Latency

7

ms

Tests

67

results

Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Digital Divide at NN29 7HT

Below USO (can't get 10/1 Mbps)0%
Unable to receive 30 Mbps (no superfast)0%
Next Generation Access (NGA) coverage100%

Fibre-to-cabinet or better

Decent broadband via Fixed Wireless (FWA)0%

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Cell Tower Coverage near NN29 7HT

No cell towers found within 2 km. Mobile signal may be weak in this area.

Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors

Mobile coverage

4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

4G Outdoor

100%

4G Indoor

99.8%

5G Outdoor

97.5%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025) · Data at local authority area level

House prices

Average price

£316,000

Sales (5 yrs)

Trend

stable

DatePriceStreet
£342,000CORNER CLOSE
£290,000CORNER CLOSE

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 10

anti social behaviour40%4
criminal damage arson30%3
other crime10%1
other theft10%1
violent crime10%1

Schools nearby

Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Christopher Reeves CofE VA Primary SchoolVoluntary aided schoolNot available★★★☆☆0.1 mi
St Lawrence Church of England Primary SchoolVoluntary aided schoolNot available★★★☆☆1.5 mi
Wollaston SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆1.7 mi
Wollaston Primary SchoolAcademy converterNot available★★★☆☆2.0 mi
South End Junior SchoolCommunity schoolNot available★★★☆☆2.1 mi

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Flood risk

Zone 1

🟢

Very low flood risk

This postcode has no recorded flood risk from rivers or sea according to Environment Agency data.

Flood Zone

Zone 1

Risk Level

Very Low

Environment Agency / getthedata.com Open Flood Risk by Postcode

Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

Good air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles)3.5 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles)7.9 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)3.5 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

Open-Meteo Air Quality API (7-day average) · Guidelines: WHO 2021

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: Bedford 002C

Population

1,384

Census 2021

Density

65

per km² · Rural

Median Age

42

years (est.)

Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown

Census 2021 (ONS via Nomis NM_2028_1, NM_2026_1)

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017503

Overall IMD Decile

5 / 10

Average

Ranked

14,872

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 002C (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income616,545Average
Employment618,013Average
Education615Average
Health7N/AAbove average
Crime2N/AMost deprived
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

No train stations found within 15 miles

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

EV charging nearby

Public EV charging points within 5 miles

🔋

Milo-noah

Type 22 pointsPod Point

3.3 mi

away

🔋

Scot-suki

Type 22 pointsPod Point

3.3 mi

away

🔋

Beck-sage

Type 22 pointsPod Point

3.3 mi

away

🔋

Alec-scot

Type 22 pointsPod Point

3.3 mi

away

🔋

Bing-Yoko

Type 22 pointsPod Point

3.3 mi

away

OpenStreetMap Overpass API (replaces decommissioned DFT National Chargepoint Registry, which closed Nov 2024) · Within 5 miles

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Bedford

C

Most common: Band C

1,841/yr · Bedford

A
10%£1,381
B
22%£1,611
C
26%£1,841
D
24%£2,071
E
11%£2,531
F
5%£2,991
G
2%£3,452

Annual council tax estimates for Bedford, 2024/25

Valuation Office Agency (VOA) · Check exact band at gov.uk

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

DR PASQUALI

NN29 7AW·2.3 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

PARKLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE

NN10 9EB·2.4 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

RUSHDEN MEDICAL CENTRE

NN10 9TR·2.7 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

SPINNEYFIELDS SPECIALIST CARE CENTRE

NN10 9YP·2.7 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

HARBOROUGH FIELD SURGERY

NN10 0GP·2.9 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

NHS website (NHS.uk find a GP) · Nearest 3 GP practicesFind a GP →

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Living near NN29 7HT

This is the area guide for NN29 7HT, located in Podington (Bedford). It covers connectivity, property, safety, and local services. Every claim links back to a specific data point. Read on for the detail.

Superfast coverage here stands at 100%. Nationally, 93% of UK premises have access. Coverage at this postcode is strong. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of properties. That is solid coverage for bandwidth-heavy households. Gigabit-capable connections cover 100% of premises. Most homes can access gigabit speeds if they choose to. The maximum download speed recorded is Gigabit (1Gbps+). That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

The speed distribution at NN29 7HT tells a more detailed story than headline figures alone. 100% of connections fall in the 300 Mbps or faster range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls. Over half of connections exceed 300 Mbps. That supports multiple 4K streams, large file transfers, and cloud gaming without issue.

Here is how the broadband at NN29 7HT maps against common household needs. Upload speeds average 90.95 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 7 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.

Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at NN29 7HT. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

Ookla Speedtest users at NN29 7HT see average downloads of 246 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 90.95 Mbps. Latency sits at 7 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 67 speed tests run by local users.

0% of premises at NN29 7HT 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 2.84 km away.

Property at NN29 7HT averages £316,000, which is roughly in line with UK averages. This is based on 2 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.

Crime in the LSOA covering NN29 7HT totalled 10 offences last month. This is a relatively low figure. The most common category was anti social behaviour. Other frequent types include criminal damage arson and other crime. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

The nearest school to NN29 7HT is Christopher Reeves CofE VA Primary School. It is a Voluntary aided school school, 0.09 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

Flood risk at NN29 7HT is rated Very Low (Zone 1). The area is not considered at significant risk of flooding. Standard home insurance should be straightforward. Air quality is rated Good with PM2.5 at 3.5 micrograms per cubic metre. This is within healthy limits set by the World Health Organisation.

The LSOA covering NN29 7HT has a population of approximately 1384. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.

The nearest train station to NN29 7HT is Finsbury Park, 52.2 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ealing Broadway is the next closest at 52.6 miles. London Kings Cross offers another option at 54 miles.

Properties around NN29 7HT most commonly fall into council tax Band C. The billing authority is Bedford. The three most common bands are C (26%), D (24%), B (22%). Band C corresponds to 1991 property values of £52,001 to £68,000. Current values are typically much higher. The spread across mid-range bands suggests a varied housing stock.

Outdoor 4G mobile signal at NN29 7HT 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 97.5%. 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 NN29 7HT: remote working 40/100, family 90/100, value 60/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

The local authority for NN29 7HT is Bedford. The immediate area is Podington, a distinct community within the wider district. The NN29 postcode area contains 276 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across NN29 ranges from 0% to 100%. NN29 7HT is close to the area average of 97%.

How does NN29 7HT compare to its neighbours? NN29 7HU (0.08 miles, Podington) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN29 7HZ (0.1 miles, Podington) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN29 7HS (0.1 miles, Podington) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. NN29 7HR (0.11 miles, Podington) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

Not every property at NN29 7HT 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.

Pulling the data together for NN29 7HT, here is what stands out. Connectivity at NN29 7HT is a strength. Strong broadband coverage gives flexibility for both working and leisure. The area scores well on that front. Bedford 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. Podington 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.

Data is a starting point for Podington. Walk the streets at different times. Test your mobile signal. Check parking, noise levels, and the feel of the neighbourhood. Run a speed test on the actual connection. Some things only a visit can reveal.

NN29 7HT in Podington: 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.

Frequently asked questions about NN29 7HT

What are the broadband speeds available at NN29 7HT?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at NN29 7HT. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What is the average house price near NN29 7HT?

The average property price at NN29 7HT is £316,000, based on 2 recorded transactions.

What is the flood risk for properties at NN29 7HT?

NN29 7HT has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1. The area is not at significant risk.

What schools are nearby in the NN29 7HT area?

The nearest school is Christopher Reeves CofE VA Primary School (Voluntary aided school), 0.09 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.

How does crime rate in NN29 7HT compare to other areas?

10 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.

How suitable is NN29 7HT for remote working?

NN29 7HT scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.

What is the mobile signal like at NN29 7HT?

4G outdoor coverage at NN29 7HT is 100%. 5G reaches 97.5%. Indoor coverage may be lower.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near NN29 7HT?

EPC data for NN29 7HT is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at NN29 7HT?

The most common council tax band near NN29 7HT is Band C. The billing authority is Bedford.

How accessible are GP surgeries near NN29 7HT?

GP surgery data for NN29 7HT is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near NN29 7HT?

The nearest train station to NN29 7HT is Finsbury Park, 52.2 miles away. Ealing Broadway is also nearby.

Is NN29 7HT a suitable area for families?

NN29 7HT scores 90/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.

What is the air quality like at NN29 7HT?

Air quality at NN29 7HT is rated Good. PM2.5 levels are 3.5 micrograms per cubic metre. This is within healthy limits.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from NN29 7HT?

EV charging data for NN29 7HT is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at NN29 7HT?

Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.

Area suitability scores

NN29 7HT

Remote Worker

40

Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.

Family

90

Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.

Value for Money

60

Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.

Map

Area info

Parish

Podington

District

Bedford

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01017503

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