MK44 postcode
Broadband in MK44 1FH
Sharnbrook, Bedford
Superfast broadband covers 100% of premises here.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 29 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
Superfast (30Mbps+)
Speed Calculator
Adjust the options below to see how much broadband speed your household needs.
HD uses ~5 Mbps per person. 4K uses ~25 Mbps.
Each person on calls needs around 10 Mbps.
Competitive gaming needs low latency as much as raw speed.
Cameras, thermostats, speakers and similar devices each use a few Mbps.
The best available speed at MK44 1FH is Superfast (30Mbps+). That covers your 14 Mbps estimate.
Speed Test
Check your current download speed and see how it compares to what is available at MK44 1FH.
The test downloads a 2 MB file from our server and measures how long it takes.
This test measures download speed only. Results vary depending on network conditions.
Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK44 1FH
What broadband is like here
Thinking about Sharnbrook? MK44 1FH 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. Maximum download speeds hit Superfast (30Mbps+) Mbps, which is around the UK average of 69 Mbps.
Key facts for movers
- ✓No recent house price data is available for MK44 1FH. This can happen in areas with very few residential sales.
- ✓The nearest school to MK44 1FH is Sharnbrook Primary (Primary), 0.51 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 8 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 1FH is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at MK44 1FH is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3 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) | 0% | 0% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 0% | 0% | TBC |
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Compare broadband in MK44 1FH
Find the best broadband packages available at your address.
Area suitability scores
MK44 1FHRemote 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
50Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
Map
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 8
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharnbrook Primary | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Pinchmill Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
| Sharnbrook Academy | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
| Milton Ernest CofE Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.2 mi |
| Thurleigh Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.0 mi |
| Riseley CofE Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.6 mi |
| Oakley Primary Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.7 mi |
| Lincroft Academy | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.8 mi |
| Harrold Primary Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.8 mi |
| Carlton CofE Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.8 mi |
Ready to switch? See what's available at your address.
Check Deals →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
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
6.4 mi
by road
Bedford St Johns
7.0 mi
by road
Wellingborough
8.3 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
SHARNBROOK SURGERY
new patients
HMP YARL'S WOOD IRC
new patients
HARROLD MEDICAL PRACTICE
new patients
ELFT CHSB COMPLEX CARE TEAM
new patients
ELFT CHSB CARDIOLOGY NURSING
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
Pod Point
5.6 mi
away
Pod Point
5.6 mi
away
Pod Point
5.6 mi
away
Pod Point
5.6 mi
away
Pod Point
5.6 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017544
Overall IMD Decile
10 / 10
Least deprived
Ranked
30,749
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 001C (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 9 | 27,679 | Least deprived |
| Employment | 9 | 28,709 | Least deprived |
| Education | 9 | 3 | Least deprived |
| Health | 8 | N/A | Above average |
| Crime | 9 | N/A | Least deprived |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Bedford 001C
Population
1,445
Census 2021
Density
705
per km² · Urban
Median Age
38
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Sharnbrook
District
Bedford
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01017544
Frequently asked questions about MK44 1FH
What are the broadband speeds available at MK44 1FH?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK44 1FH. Maximum download speeds reach Superfast (30Mbps+) Mbps.
What schools are near MK44 1FH?
The nearest school is Sharnbrook Primary (Primary), 0.51 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK44 1FH a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 8 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is relatively low compared to national averages.
What is the flood risk at MK44 1FH?
MK44 1FH has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK44 1FH?
Ultrafast availability data is being updated. Check with providers like BT, Virgin Media, or Openreach for the latest full fibre rollout status at MK44 1FH.
Best deals
Compare broadband deals in MK44 1FH
Find the best packages from UK providers in minutes.
Broadband deals for MK44 1FH
Compare Deals