MK44 postcode
Broadband in MK44 1BT
Riseley, Bedford
Superfast broadband covers 50% of premises here.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 10 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
50% Superfast
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK44 1BT
What broadband is like here
MK44 1BT in Riseley — 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
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 50% of premises here. Maximum download speeds hit 50% Superfast Mbps, which is around the UK average of 69 Mbps.
Key facts for movers
- ✓No recent house price data is available for MK44 1BT. This can happen in areas with very few residential sales.
- ✓The nearest school to MK44 1BT is Riseley CofE Primary School (Primary), 0.27 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 0 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is a relatively low figure. The most common category was violent crime.
- ✓Flood risk at MK44 1BT is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at MK44 1BT is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits.
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 50% | 50% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 50% | 50% | TBC |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 0% | 0% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 0% | 0% | TBC |
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
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4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
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Area suitability scores
MK44 1BTRemote Worker
50Based 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
50Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 0
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riseley CofE Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| Kymbrook Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.4 mi |
| Eileen Wade Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.7 mi |
| Thurleigh Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.0 mi |
| Kimbolton School | Independent | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.9 mi |
| Sharnbrook Primary | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 4.1 mi |
| Kimbolton Primary Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 4.3 mi |
| Sharnbrook Academy | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 4.8 mi |
| Great Staughton Primary Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 4.8 mi |
| Pinchmill Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 4.9 mi |
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Zone 1
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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
Council tax bands
Band distribution for Bedford
Most common: Band C
~£1,841/yr · Bedford
Annual council tax estimates for Bedford, 2024/25
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
Bedford
8.5 mi
by road
Bedford St Johns
8.9 mi
by road
St Neots
9.2 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
SHARNBROOK SURGERY
new patients
KIMBOLTON MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
HMP YARL'S WOOD IRC
new patients
GREAT STAUGHTON SURGERY
new patients
HARBOROUGH FIELD SURGERY
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
Believ
6.7 mi
away
Believ
6.7 mi
away
Raunds Town Council
6.8 mi
away
Gabe-tess
7.4 mi
away
Toby-paul
7.6 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017541
Overall IMD Decile
9 / 10
Least deprived
Ranked
27,109
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 001B (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 8 | 23,807 | Above average |
| Employment | 8 | 23,282 | Above average |
| Education | 9 | 4 | Least deprived |
| Health | 8 | N/A | Above average |
| Crime | 8 | N/A | Above average |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Bedford 001B
Population
1,319
Census 2021
Density
105
per km² · Suburban
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Riseley
District
Bedford
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01017541
Frequently asked questions about MK44 1BT
What are the broadband speeds available at MK44 1BT?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 50% of premises at MK44 1BT. Maximum download speeds reach 50% Superfast Mbps.
What schools are near MK44 1BT?
The nearest school is Riseley CofE Primary School (Primary), 0.27 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK44 1BT a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 0 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is relatively low compared to national averages.
What is the flood risk at MK44 1BT?
MK44 1BT has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK44 1BT?
Ultrafast availability data is being updated. Check with providers like BT, Virgin Media, or Openreach for the latest full fibre rollout status at MK44 1BT.
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