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Broadband in MK43 0TY

Ridgmont, Central Bedfordshire

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Best speedGigabit (1Gbps+)
StandardSuperfastGigabit
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 4 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

TBC

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Sage MitchellData last verified: 4 March 2026

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Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

Living near MK43 0TY

What broadband is like here

MK43 0TY in Ridgmont — broadband, schools, safety, and property prices all in one place. Here's what the numbers tell us.

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

What this means

Great news — nearly homes at MK43 0TY can get superfast broadband. Top speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage sits at 100%.

Key facts for movers

  • The average property price at MK43 0TY is £506,677, based on 5 recorded sales. This is above the UK average of around £290,000.
  • The nearest school to MK43 0TY is Ridgmont Lower School (Primary), 0.23 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
  • In the latest month of data, 1 crime was reported in this area (LSOA level). This is a relatively low figure. The most common category was violent crime.
  • Flood risk at MK43 0TY is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
  • Air quality at MK43 0TY is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 2.9 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits.
TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical 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
Gigabit100%
100%
TBC

Mobile coverage

4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

4G Outdoor

99.9%

4G Indoor

99.5%

5G Outdoor

97.8%

Networks with 4G

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

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Area suitability scores

MK43 0TY

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

35

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

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House prices

Average price

£506,677

Sales (5 yrs)

Trend

rising

Most recent sale

£508,000 on

DatePriceStreet
£508,000HIGH STREET
£610,000HIGH STREET
£625,000HIGH STREET
£335,383HIGH STREET
£455,000HIGH STREET

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 1

violent crime100%1

Schools nearby

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

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Ridgmont Lower SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.2 mi
Husborne Crawley Lower SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.1 mi
Thomas Johnson Lower SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.8 mi
Aspley Guise Village SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.9 mi
Eversholt Lower SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.4 mi
Woburn Lower SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.6 mi
FulbrookSecondaryNot available★★★☆☆3.0 mi
Swallowfield PrimaryPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆3.1 mi
Marston Moreteyne VC SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆3.3 mi
Woodland Middle School AcademySecondaryNot available★★★☆☆3.3 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

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Central Bedfordshire

D

Most common: Band D

2,071/yr · Central Bedfordshire

A
4%£1,381
B
12%£1,611
C
22%£1,841
D
26%£2,071
E
18%£2,531
F
10%£2,991
G
6%£3,452
H
2%£4,142

Annual council tax estimates for Central Bedfordshire, 2024/25

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

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

🚂

Ridgmont

1.0 mi

by road

🚂

Lidlington

1.9 mi

by road

🚂

Aspley Guise

2.4 mi

by road

Haversine calculation from postcode coordinates · Straight-line distances

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

ASPLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE

MK17 8QP·3.1 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

ASCENT PCN HUB

MK17 8QP·3.1 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

MARSTON FOREST HEALTHCARE

MK43 0LA·3.5 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

GREENSAND SURGERY (AMPTHILL)

MK45 2SB·3.6 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

HOUGHTON CLOSE SURGERY

MK45 2TG·3.6 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

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Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

Good air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles)2.9 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles)7.4 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)1.9 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

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

EV charging nearby

Public EV charging points within 5 miles

🔋

Abby-Dawn

Type 27kW · Fast2 points

2.3 mi

away

🔋

Bill-Alan

Type 27kW · Fast2 points

2.3 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 2

3.8 mi

away

🔋

Cranfield Village Hall

Type 25 points

3.8 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 22 points

4.5 mi

away

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

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017451

Overall IMD Decile

6 / 10

Average

Ranked

19,550

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Central Bedfordshire 009D (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income824,507Above average
Employment927,945Least deprived
Education711Above average
Health10-1Least deprived
Crime8N/AAbove average
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 009D

Population

1,417

Census 2021

Density

36

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)

Area info

Parish

Ridgmont

District

Central Bedfordshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01017451

Frequently asked questions about MK43 0TY

What are the broadband speeds available at MK43 0TY?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK43 0TY. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What is the average house price at MK43 0TY?

Based on 5 recorded transactions, the average property price at MK43 0TY is £506,677.

What schools are near MK43 0TY?

The nearest school is Ridgmont Lower School (Primary), 0.23 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.

Is MK43 0TY a safe area?

In the latest month of available data, 1 crime was recorded in this LSOA area. This is relatively low compared to national averages.

What is the flood risk at MK43 0TY?

MK43 0TY has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.

Can I get full fibre broadband at MK43 0TY?

Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK43 0TY. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.

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