MK45 postcode
Broadband in MK45 5HN
Pulloxhill, Central Bedfordshire
Superfast broadband covers 100% of premises here.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 16 March 2026
Flood Risk
Medium
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
3% Ultrafast
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 100% | 100% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | 30-80 Mbps |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 3% | 3% | 100-300 Mbps |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | 300-900 Mbps |
| Gigabit | 0% | 0% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Speed Distribution at MK45 5HN
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at MK45 5HN
Based on 9 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
70
Mbps
Upload
15
Mbps
Latency
16
ms
Tests
9
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at MK45 5HN
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Cell Tower Coverage near MK45 5HN
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
House prices
Average price
£308,188
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
stable
Most recent sale
£317,000 on
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £317,000 | FIELDSIDE ROAD | |
| £375,000 | FIELDSIDE ROAD | |
| £362,500 | FIELDSIDE ROAD | |
| £175,000 | FIELDSIDE ROAD | |
| £375,000 | FIELDSIDE ROAD | |
| £312,500 | FIELDSIDE ROAD | |
| £282,500 | FIELDSIDE ROAD | |
| £266,000 | FIELDSIDE ROAD |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 4
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenfield CofE VC Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Silsoe CofE VC Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
| Kingsmoor Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.7 mi |
| Flitwick Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.0 mi |
| Westoning Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.0 mi |
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Flood risk
Zone 2/3
🟠
Flood risk: Medium
This postcode is in Zone 2/3 — medium risk of flooding from rivers and sea.
Flood Zone
Zone 2/3
Risk Level
Medium
Air quality
Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels
Fair air quality
Air quality data not available.
WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³
WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³
WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 017A
Population
2,536
Census 2021
Density
215
per km² · Suburban
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017398
Overall IMD Decile
9 / 10
Least deprived
Ranked
29,227
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Central Bedfordshire 017A (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 9 | 28,889 | Least deprived |
| Employment | 9 | 29,351 | Least deprived |
| Education | 8 | 6 | Above average |
| Health | 10 | -1 | Least deprived |
| Crime | 9 | N/A | Least deprived |
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
No train stations found within 15 miles
EV charging nearby
Public EV charging points within 5 miles
EV Charger
2.7 mi
away
EV Charger
2.7 mi
away
EV Charger
2.7 mi
away
EV Charger
2.7 mi
away
Harlington Supercharger
3.4 mi
away
Council tax bands
Band distribution for Central Bedfordshire
Most common: Band D
~£2,071/yr · Central Bedfordshire
Annual council tax estimates for Central Bedfordshire, 2024/25
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
FLITWICK SURGERY
new patients
BCCG PHARMACIST PRESCRIBER
new patients
C & H (BARTON) LTD
new patients
DR A SULAKSHANA & PARTNERS
new patients
GREENSAND SURGERY (AMPTHILL)
new patients
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Looking at MK45 5HN in Pulloxhill? 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.
100% of premises at MK45 5HN can access superfast broadband. The UK average is 93%. This postcode meets or exceeds that benchmark. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 2.7% of properties. Fewer than half of homes here can get ultrafast speeds. The maximum download speed recorded is 3% Ultrafast. That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.
Looking at the full speed profile for MK45 5HN gives a better picture of what to expect. 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.
Here is how the broadband at MK45 5HN maps against common household needs. Upload speeds average 14.74 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 MK45 5HN. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.
Ookla Speedtest users at MK45 5HN see average downloads of 69.77 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 14.74 Mbps. Latency sits at 16 ms. That is acceptable for most online activities. This is based on 9 speed tests run by local users.
0% of premises at MK45 5HN 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 4.86 km away.
Property at MK45 5HN averages £308,188, which is roughly in line with UK averages. This is based on 8 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.
4 crimes were reported near MK45 5HN in the most recent month. The level is relatively low. The most common category was public order. Other frequent types include anti social behaviour. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.
The nearest school to MK45 5HN is Greenfield CofE VC Lower School. It is a Primary school, 0.76 miles away. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
Flood risk at MK45 5HN 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 1.7 micrograms per cubic metre.
The LSOA covering MK45 5HN has a population of approximately 2536. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.
Stockport station is the closest rail link at 121.4 miles from MK45 5HN. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ashton-under-Lyne is the next closest at 124.6 miles. Manchester Piccadilly offers another option at 127.2 miles.
Properties around MK45 5HN most commonly fall into council tax Band D. The billing authority is Central Bedfordshire. The three most common bands are D (26%), C (22%), E (18%). 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 MK45 5HN is available across 99.9% of the area. Indoor 4G drops to 99.5%. Indoor coverage is close to outdoor levels. Signal should be reliable throughout the building. 5G outdoor coverage is at 97.8%. 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 MK45 5HN: remote working 40/100, family 85/100, value 60/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.
MK45 5HN falls within the Central Bedfordshire local authority area. The immediate area is Pulloxhill, a distinct community within the wider district. The MK45 postcode area contains 1253 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across MK45 ranges from 0% to 100%. MK45 5HN is above the area average of 94%.
How does MK45 5HN compare to its neighbours? MK45 5HB (0.07 miles, Pulloxhill) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. MK45 5HP (0.1 miles, Pulloxhill) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. MK45 5HA (0.11 miles, Pulloxhill) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. MK45 5HL (0.12 miles, Pulloxhill) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.
Broadband availability varies by provider and by property. At MK45 5HN, check individual coverage tools from BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local operators. 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 MK45 5HN? Where fixed broadband falls short, strong 4G coverage offers a practical backup.
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 MK45 5HN. 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.
That is the full data picture for MK45 5HN in Pulloxhill. Use it alongside your own research. For the most current broadband speeds, run a live speed test from this page. Check back periodically as data is refreshed with new releases.
Frequently asked questions about MK45 5HN
What are the broadband speeds available at MK45 5HN?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK45 5HN. Maximum download speeds reach 3% Ultrafast. Ultrafast coverage is at 2.7%.
What is the average house price near MK45 5HN?
The average property price at MK45 5HN is £308,188, based on 8 recorded transactions.
What is the flood risk for properties at MK45 5HN?
MK45 5HN has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Zone 2/3. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.
What schools are nearby in the MK45 5HN area?
The nearest school is Greenfield CofE VC Lower School (Primary), 0.76 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in MK45 5HN compare to other areas?
4 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.
How suitable is MK45 5HN for remote working?
MK45 5HN scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.
What is the mobile signal like at MK45 5HN?
4G outdoor coverage at MK45 5HN is 99.9%. 5G reaches 97.8%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near MK45 5HN?
EPC data for MK45 5HN is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at MK45 5HN?
The most common council tax band near MK45 5HN is Band D. The billing authority is Central Bedfordshire.
How accessible are GP surgeries near MK45 5HN?
GP surgery data for MK45 5HN is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near MK45 5HN?
The nearest train station to MK45 5HN is Stockport, 121.4 miles away. Ashton-under-Lyne is also nearby.
Is MK45 5HN a suitable area for families?
MK45 5HN scores 85/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.
What is the air quality like at MK45 5HN?
Air quality at MK45 5HN is rated Fair. PM2.5 levels are 1.7 micrograms per cubic metre. Sensitive individuals should take note.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from MK45 5HN?
EV charging data for MK45 5HN is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK45 5HN?
Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 2.7% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.
Area suitability scores
MK45 5HNRemote Worker
40Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
85Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
60Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
Map
Area info
Parish
Pulloxhill
District
Central Bedfordshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01017398
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