MK18 postcode
Broadband in MK18 4LY
Preston Bissett, Buckinghamshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 14 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at MK18 4LY. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK18 4LY
What broadband is like here
Thinking about Preston Bissett? MK18 4LY has 100% superfast broadband availability. But there's more to a postcode than download speeds.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
What this means
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises here, and ultrafast (100Mbps+) reaches 100%. Maximum download speeds hit Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps, which is around the UK average of 69 Mbps.
Key facts for movers
- ✓The average property price at MK18 4LY is £527,000, based on 1 recorded sale. This is above the UK average of around £290,000.
- ✓The nearest school to MK18 4LY is Roundwood Primary School (Primary), 1.75 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 2 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is a relatively low figure. The most common category was violent crime.
- ✓Flood risk at MK18 4LY is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at MK18 4LY is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 2.8 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits.
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 100% | 100% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | TBC |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 100% | 100% | TBC |
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
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Area suitability scores
MK18 4LYRemote Worker
40Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
90Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
35Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
Map
House prices
Average price
£527,000
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
unknown
Most recent sale
£527,000 on
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £527,000 | THE ELMS |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 2
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roundwood Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.8 mi |
| Finmere Church of England Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.2 mi |
| Twyford C of E School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.2 mi |
| University of Buckingham | Higher Education | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.0 mi |
| Steeple Claydon School and Pre-School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.1 mi |
| Royal Latin School | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.1 mi |
| George Grenville Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.2 mi |
| Buckingham School | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.2 mi |
| Lace Hill Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.4 mi |
| Fringford Church of England Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.5 mi |
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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
EPC energy ratings
Energy Performance Certificate distribution for this area
Most common: Band D
EPC score 55–68
Council tax bands
Band distribution for Buckinghamshire
Most common: Band D
~£2,189/yr · Buckinghamshire
Annual council tax estimates for Buckinghamshire, 2024/25
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
Bicester North
6.3 mi
by road
Bicester Village
6.7 mi
by road
Kings Sutton
10.9 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
THE SWAN PRACTICE
new patients
HMP SPRING HILL
new patients
HMP GRENDON
new patients
OCCG COMMUNITY GYNAECOLOGY SERVICE
new patients
OXON PML CALM SERVICE
new patients
Air quality
Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels
Good air quality
Air quality data not available.
WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³
WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³
WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³
EV charging nearby
Public EV charging points within 5 miles
Tesla
1.9 mi
away
Monta Charge
3.0 mi
away
Monta Charge
3.0 mi
away
Pod Point
3.1 mi
away
Monta Charge
3.3 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017694
Overall IMD Decile
8 / 10
Above average
Ranked
24,712
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Aylesbury Vale 004B (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 9 | 29,011 | Least deprived |
| Employment | 9 | 28,700 | Least deprived |
| Education | 8 | 7 | Above average |
| Health | 10 | -1 | Least deprived |
| Crime | 10 | -1 | Least deprived |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Buckinghamshire 004B
Population
2,469
Census 2021
Density
80
per km² · Rural
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Preston Bissett
District
Buckinghamshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01017694
Frequently asked questions about MK18 4LY
What are the broadband speeds available at MK18 4LY?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK18 4LY. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price at MK18 4LY?
Based on 1 recorded transaction, the average property price at MK18 4LY is £527,000.
What schools are near MK18 4LY?
The nearest school is Roundwood Primary School (Primary), 1.75 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK18 4LY a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 2 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is relatively low compared to national averages.
What is the flood risk at MK18 4LY?
MK18 4LY has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK18 4LY?
Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK18 4LY. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.
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