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Broadband in MK45 4QY

Silsoe, Central Bedfordshire

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Best speedGigabit (1Gbps+)
StandardSuperfastGigabit
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 29 March 2026

Flood Risk

TBC

Fibre (FTTP)

TBC

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Sage MitchellData last verified: 29 March 2026

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Each person on calls needs around 10 Mbps.

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Cameras, thermostats, speakers and similar devices each use a few Mbps.

Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at MK45 4QY. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

Living near MK45 4QY

What broadband is like here

Here's the broadband and area guide for MK45 4QY in Silsoe. From internet speeds to schools and house prices, this is what the data says.

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

What this means

Great news — nearly homes at MK45 4QY can get superfast broadband. Top speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage sits at 100%.

Key facts for movers

  • The average property price at MK45 4QY is £718,750, based on 4 recorded sales. This is above the UK average of around £290,000.
  • The nearest school to MK45 4QY is Silsoe CofE VC Lower School (Primary), 0.76 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
  • In the latest month of data, 14 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is a relatively low figure. The most common category was vehicle crime.
  • Flood risk data for this postcode is being updated.
  • Air quality at MK45 4QY is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3 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

MK45 4QY

Remote Worker

40

Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.

Family

85

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

£718,750

Sales (5 yrs)

Trend

falling

Most recent sale

£755,000 on

DatePriceStreet
£755,000COLORADO GREEN
£525,000COLORADO GREEN
£770,000COLORADO GREEN
£825,000COLORADO GREEN

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 14

vehicle crime43%6
anti social behaviour36%5
other theft7%1
public order7%1
violent crime7%1

Schools nearby

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

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Silsoe CofE VC Lower SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.8 mi
Esland Bedford SchoolSpecialNot available★★★☆☆0.8 mi
St Mary's VA CofE Lower SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.2 mi
Maulden Lower SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.8 mi
Gravenhurst AcademyPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.8 mi
Greenfield CofE VC Lower SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.9 mi
Shillington Lower SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.8 mi
Kingsmoor Lower SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.8 mi
Russell Lower SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆3.0 mi
Orchard School & NurseryIndependentNot available★★★☆☆3.0 mi

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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

🚂

Flitwick

3.1 mi

by road

🚂

Harlington (Beds)

4.7 mi

by road

🚂

Millbrook (Beds)

5.3 mi

by road

Haversine calculation from postcode coordinates · Straight-line distances

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

BCCG PHARMACIST PRESCRIBER

MK45 4HR·0.7 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

GREENSAND SURGERY (AMPTHILL)

MK45 2SB·3.0 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

FLITWICK SURGERY

MK45 1DW·3.0 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

HOUGHTON CLOSE SURGERY

MK45 2TG·3.0 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

WMB COMMUNITY OPHTHALMOLOGY

MK45 2SB·3.0 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)3 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles)8.5 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)2.9 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

🔋

EV Charger

Type 2

2.2 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 2

2.2 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 2

2.2 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 2

2.2 mi

away

🔋

Abby-Dawn

Type 27kW · Fast2 points

4.4 mi

away

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

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 017F

Population

1,755

Census 2021

Density

209

per km² · Suburban

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

Silsoe

District

Central Bedfordshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01033824

Frequently asked questions about MK45 4QY

What are the broadband speeds available at MK45 4QY?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK45 4QY. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What is the average house price at MK45 4QY?

Based on 4 recorded transactions, the average property price at MK45 4QY is £718,750.

What schools are near MK45 4QY?

The nearest school is Silsoe CofE VC Lower School (Primary), 0.76 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.

Is MK45 4QY a safe area?

In the latest month of available data, 14 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is relatively low compared to national averages.

Can I get full fibre broadband at MK45 4QY?

Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK45 4QY. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.

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