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Broadband in MK44 3EY

Roxton, Bedford

Superfast broadband covers 100% of premises here.

Best speedSuperfast (30Mbps+)
StandardSuperfastGigabit
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 29 March 2026

Flood Risk

Medium

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

Superfast (30Mbps+)

Reviewed by Arthur TuringData last verified: 29 March 2026

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

Living near MK44 3EY

What's MK44 3EY actually like? We checked Roxton's data across 15+ categories. Broadband speeds and real-world performance. House prices and recent sales. Crime rates and categories. Schools, flood risk, air quality, GP access, and transport links. Everything below comes from official public data. Updated regularly. Specific to this postcode wherever possible.

Strong broadband in this part of Roxton. Superfast (30Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. The UK average is around 93%. Roxton beats that. Enough for streaming, video calls, and smart home devices. No gigabit connections available yet. Top speeds listed as Superfast (30Mbps+).

Every premises at MK44 3EY meets the broadband USO. Only 0% can reach 300 Mbps though. The baseline is met. Top speeds are another story. Next-gen fibre infrastructure covers 100% of premises. Most of the area has modern fibre connections.

Average property price near MK44 3EY: £794,250. That's well above the UK average of £290,000. About 174% higher than the national figure. Based on four Land Registry transactions. Most recent sale: £835,000. A detached in May 2025. A moderate number of sales. Gives a decent picture. Higher price bracket. Budget for stamp duty carefully. Stamp duty at this level adds thousands to the cost.

1 crimes recorded in the latest month. Low crime area. Fewer incidents than most places this size. Most common type: other crime (1). Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. Check the full trend on Police.uk before deciding.

Five schools near MK44 3EY. Nearest: Roxton Church of England Academy. Distance: 0.1 miles. Type: Primary. Second nearest: John Donne Church of England Primary School (1.96 mi). Also: Great Barford Church of England Primary Academy (2.11 mi). Reasonable school options. Check individual school catchment areas for your address.

Flood risk: Medium. Zone: Zone 2/3. Moderate flood risk. Get a flood risk assessment before buying. Insurance premiums may be higher. Air quality: Fair. PM2.5: 2.5 µg/m³. Well within WHO guidelines.

Local population: 1,435. Median age: 42. Rural area. 45 people per km². Expect quiet roads and more space between homes. Fewer local amenities. Car likely a must. Deprivation index: decile 5 out of 10. That's mid-range. Living environment quality is lower than average.

Nearest train station: Stockport. Distance: 115.3 miles. You'll need a car to get there. Also: Ashton-under-Lyne (117.8 mi). And Manchester Piccadilly (120.9 mi). Five public EV chargers nearby. Closest: 2.08 miles away. Good EV charging options in the area. Operator: Tesla.

Council tax: mostly Band C. Check your exact band at gov.uk/council-tax-bands. Band affects your annual bill by hundreds of pounds.

Nearest GP: GREAT BARFORD SURGERY. Distance: 2.1 miles. Five practices in the wider area. Check directly about new patient availability. GP lists fill up. Register early if you're moving. Register with a GP before you need one. Waiting lists vary between practices.

4G outdoor coverage: 100%. 5G outdoor: 98.9%. Strong mobile signal across the area. 5G is widely available here. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom. Street-level signal can vary. Buildings and terrain affect actual reception. Try your handset on-site before switching provider.

Remote working score: 45/100. Workable, but check speeds with your employer. Family score: 90/100. Ticks the boxes for families. Scores factor in broadband, schools, crime, and GPs. They weight each category by its relevance. A low score doesn't mean the area is bad. It means specific factors may not suit that use case. Compare scores with nearby postcodes to spot patterns.

A note on broadband providers. Ofcom data shows what's available. Not which provider to pick. Actual speeds depend on your line, your router, and your provider. Check BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local FTTP operators. Compare deals at broadbandcompareuk.com or uSwitch. Contract lengths vary. 18 months is standard. Some offer 12. Ask about setup fees. They range from free to £50+. Run a speed test after installation. If speeds don't match what you're paying for, complain.

Roxton is a rural area. Open fields and quiet lanes. A car is a must. Public transport is limited. Nearest supermarket may be a drive away.

All data on this page comes from official public sources. Ofcom publishes broadband stats yearly. Police.uk updates monthly. The Land Registry records every sale. We pull it together so you can see the full picture in one place.

Research is one thing. Being there is another. Walk around MK44 3EY at different times of day. Check if the streets feel safe after dark. Look at how well homes are maintained. Visit the nearest park or green space. These things don't show up in statistics.

That covers the key data for MK44 3EY. Visit in person before deciding. Walk the streets at different times of day. Talk to neighbours if you can. Check parking, noise levels, and local shops. The numbers give you the framework. The visit fills in the rest. Data changes over time. Bookmark this page and check back for updates.

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)100%
100%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)100%
100%
30-80 Mbps
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)0%
0%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)N/A
N/A
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit0%
0%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at MK44 3EY

100%
30–300 Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at MK44 3EY

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

Mobile coverage

4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

4G Outdoor

100%

4G Indoor

99.7%

5G Outdoor

98.9%

Networks with 4G

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

Cell Tower Coverage near MK44 3EY

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

Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors

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Area suitability scores

MK44 3EY

Remote Worker

45

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

£794,250

Sales (5 yrs)

Trend

falling

Most recent sale

£835,000 on

DatePriceStreet
£835,000CHURCH FARM COURT
£550,000CHURCH FARM COURT
£900,000CHURCH FARM COURT
£892,000CHURCH FARM COURT

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 1

other crime100%1

Schools nearby

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

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Roxton Church of England AcademyPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.1 mi
John Donne Church of England Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.0 mi
Great Barford Church of England Primary AcademyPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.1 mi
Maple Tree Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.6 mi
Sandy Secondary SchoolSecondaryNot available★★★☆☆2.9 mi

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Flood risk

Zone 2/3

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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

Environment Agency flood risk data

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Bedford

C

Most common: Band C

1,841/yr · Bedford

A
7%£1,381
B
18%£1,611
C
28%£1,841
D
24%£2,071
E
13%£2,531
F
6%£2,991
G
3%£3,452
H
1%£4,142

Annual council tax estimates for Bedford, 2024/25

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

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

🚂

Stockport

115.3 mi

by road

🚂

Ashton-under-Lyne

117.8 mi

by road

🚂

Manchester Piccadilly

120.9 mi

by road

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

GREAT BARFORD SURGERY

MK44 3HX·2.1 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

SANDY HEALTH CENTRE

SG19 1JQ·3.4 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

ST. JOHN'S CARE HOME

MK44 3RJ·3.4 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

GPSI DERMATOLOGY SERV EATON SOCON HUNTS

PE19 8BB·3.4 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

SANDHILLS PCN HUB

SG19 1JQ·3.4 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

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

Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

Fair air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles)2.5 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

Open-Meteo Air Quality API · Guidelines: WHO 2021

EV charging nearby

Public EV charging points within 5 miles

Wyboston Supercharger

CCS10 pointsTesla

2.1 mi

away

🔋

Wyboston Lakes Destination Charging

Type 24 points

2.3 mi

away

🔋

Pod Point

Type 22 points

3.9 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 250 points

6.0 mi

away

🔋

bp

Type 22 points

6.7 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: E01017542

Overall IMD Decile

5 / 10

Average

Ranked

14,369

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 004D (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income719,773Above average
Employment617,254Average
Education711Above average
Health8N/AAbove average
Crime7N/AAbove average
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: Bedford 004D

Population

1,435

Census 2021

Density

45

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

Roxton

District

Bedford

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01017542

Frequently asked questions about MK44 3EY

What are the broadband speeds available at MK44 3EY?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK44 3EY. Maximum download speeds reach Superfast (30Mbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 0%.

What is the average house price near MK44 3EY?

Average property price near MK44 3EY: £794,250. Based on 4 Land Registry sales. The most recent sale was a detached for £835,000 in 2025.

What is the flood risk for properties at MK44 3EY?

MK44 3EY has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Zone 2/3 by the Environment Agency. Check the Environment Agency flood map for detailed risk information.

What schools are nearby in the MK44 3EY area?

The nearest school to MK44 3EY is Roxton Church of England Academy (Primary), 0.1 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.

How does crime rate in MK44 3EY compare to other areas?

In the latest month of data, 1 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is below average. The most common category was other crime.

How suitable is MK44 3EY for remote working?

MK44 3EY scores 45/100 for remote working suitability, making it somewhat limited for home workers. This score factors in superfast broadband coverage, full fibre availability, and mobile signal strength.

What is the mobile signal like at MK44 3EY?

4G outdoor coverage at MK44 3EY is 100%, with 5G outdoor at 98.9%. Networks available include EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom Connected Nations.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating for homes near MK44 3EY?

EPC data is not yet available for MK44 3EY. Energy Performance Certificates are recorded when properties are sold or rented. Check the EPC register at epc.opendatacommunities.org for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at MK44 3EY?

The most common council tax band in Bedford is Band C. Band D council tax is approximately £1988 per year. Check your exact band at gov.uk.

How accessible are GP surgeries near MK44 3EY?

The nearest GP surgery to MK44 3EY is GREAT BARFORD SURGERY, 2.1 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.

What transport links are available near MK44 3EY?

The nearest train station to MK44 3EY is Stockport, 115.3 miles away. Other nearby stations include Ashton-under-Lyne (117.8 mi) and Manchester Piccadilly (120.9 mi).

Is MK44 3EY a suitable area for families?

MK44 3EY scores 90/100 for family suitability, rated very suitable. This score considers Ofsted school ratings, crime rates, flood risk, and proximity to GP surgeries.

What is the air quality like at MK44 3EY?

Air quality at MK44 3EY is rated Fair with PM2.5 levels at 2.5 µg/m³. This is close to WHO guideline levels.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from MK44 3EY?

The nearest public EV charging point to MK44 3EY is 2.08 miles away (Tesla, CCS). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.

Can I get full fibre broadband at MK44 3EY?

Ultrafast broadband is not currently available at MK44 3EY. Standard and superfast options may still be available. Check with providers for the latest rollout plans.

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