MK6 postcode
Broadband in MK6 3EF
Simpson and Ashland, Milton Keynes
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 29 March 2026
Flood Risk
Medium
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at MK6 3EF. 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 MK6 3EF
Considering Simpson and Ashland? MK6 3EF sits in the Milton Keynes area. We've gathered broadband, property, crime, school, and environmental data for this exact postcode. Ookla speed tests, Land Registry prices, Ofcom coverage stats, Police.uk crime figures. All from verified government sources. No estimates, no guesswork. Just the numbers that matter when choosing where to live.
Broadband at MK6 3EF is solid. Superfast (30Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. The UK average is around 93%. Simpson and Ashland beats that. Ultrafast (100Mbps+) covers 100%. That puts Simpson and Ashland ahead of most UK postcodes. Enough for streaming, video calls, and smart home devices. Gigabit connections: 100% coverage. Most homes here can get future-proof speeds.
Coverage tells you what's available. Speed tests show what people get. Average download at MK6 3EF: 284 Mbps. Upload: 222 Mbps. Latency: 8ms. Well above the UK average of around 70 Mbps. 4K streaming on multiple devices at once. No problem. Large file downloads finish in minutes, not hours. Upload speed is strong for cloud backups. Low latency. Good for gaming and video calls. Data from 47 speed tests in this area.
Every premises at MK6 3EF meets the broadband USO. 100% can get 300 Mbps or faster. That's a strong position for the area. Next-gen fibre infrastructure covers 100% of premises. Most of the area has modern fibre connections.
Zero cell towers within 1km. Seven within 2km. Reasonable tower density for the area. Nearest mast: 1.05km. That distance affects signal. Tower data sourced from OpenStreetMap. More towers generally means better signal and more capacity. Fewer towers can mean congestion at peak times.
Limited house price data for MK6 3EF. Few residential sales on record here. Could be a commercial area, new development, or rental-heavy. Land Registry only records completed sales. Rentals and new-builds under shared ownership may not appear. Check Rightmove or Zoopla for current asking prices. Talk to local estate agents for a ground-level view.
234 crimes recorded in the latest month. That's higher than most areas. Urban centres tend to record more incidents. Most common type: violent crime (86). Second: shoplifting (32). Third: drugs (19). 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 MK6 3EF. Nearest: Charles Warren Academy. Distance: 0.12 miles. Type: Primary. Second nearest: Langland Community School (0.49 mi). Also: Baytul Ilm Secondary School (0.51 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: 1.5 µg/m³. Well within WHO guidelines.
Local population: 1,961. Median age: 38. Semi-rural area. 873 people per km². Between village and suburb in character. Some local services. Others need a drive. Deprivation index: decile 2 out of 10. That's more deprived than average. Income deprivation is high in this area. Crime deprivation ranks poorly. Health outcomes trail the national average.
Nearest train station: Stockport. Distance: 113.7 miles. You'll need a car to get there. Also: Ashton-under-Lyne (117.2 mi). And Manchester Piccadilly (119.4 mi). Five public EV chargers nearby. Closest: 0.58 miles away. Good EV charging options in the area. Operator: BP Pulse.
Council tax: mostly Band D. Check your exact band at gov.uk/council-tax-bands. Band affects your annual bill by hundreds of pounds.
Nearest GP: ASHFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE. Distance: 0.9 miles. Five practices in the wider area. Check directly about new patient availability. GP lists fill up. Register early if you're moving. Close enough for a quick trip. Register with a GP before you need one. Waiting lists vary between practices.
4G outdoor coverage: 100%. 5G outdoor: 99.2%. 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: 85/100. Good setup for working from home. Family score: 55/100. Mixed for families. Depends on priorities. 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+. The area gets good real-world speeds. Most providers should deliver on their promises here.
Simpson and Ashland sits between village and suburb. More space between homes. Quieter streets. You'll need a car for most errands. Local pubs and shops may be within walking distance.
Every figure on this page has a source. Ofcom for broadband. Police.uk for crime. Land Registry for house prices. ONS for demographics. Environment Agency for flood risk. Ookla for real speed tests. We don't estimate or interpolate. If the data isn't available, we say so.
Numbers only go so far. Visit MK6 3EF on a weekday morning and a Saturday afternoon. Check parking availability. Listen for traffic noise. Look at the condition of nearby properties. Talk to a neighbour if you can. First impressions matter when choosing a home.
That's the full picture for MK6 3EF based on the latest data. Every area has trade-offs. These numbers help you spot them before you commit. Drill into each section above for the details. Compare several postcodes side by side. The right choice depends on what matters most to you. We refresh this data regularly.
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 100% | 100% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | 30-80 Mbps |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | 100-300 Mbps |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | 300-900 Mbps |
| Gigabit | 100% | 100% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Speed Distribution at MK6 3EF
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at MK6 3EF
Based on 47 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
284
Mbps
Upload
222
Mbps
Latency
8
ms
Tests
47
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at MK6 3EF
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Cell Tower Coverage near MK6 3EF
Within 1 km
0
towers
Within 2 km
7
towers
Nearest Tower
1.1
km away
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
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Area suitability scores
MK6 3EFRemote Worker
85Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
55Based 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: 234
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charles Warren Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.1 mi |
| Langland Community School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Baytul Ilm Secondary School | Independent | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| The Open University | Higher Education | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| Moorlands Centre Nursery School | Nursery | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
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Check Deals →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
Council tax bands
Band distribution for Milton Keynes
Most common: Band D
~£2,141/yr · Milton Keynes
Annual council tax estimates for Milton Keynes, 2024/25
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
Stockport
113.7 mi
by road
Ashton-under-Lyne
117.2 mi
by road
Manchester Piccadilly
119.4 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
ASHFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
THE GROVE SURGERY
new patients
BUCKINGHAMSHIRE AND MILTON KEYNES BOWEL CANCER SCREENING CENTRE
new patients
MK URGENT CARE SERVICES OOH
new patients
CNWL-MK MEDICAL PRESCRIBER
new patients
Air quality
Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels
Fair 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
BP Pulse
0.6 mi
away
Open University
0.6 mi
away
Open University
0.7 mi
away
Pod Point
0.9 mi
away
BP Pulse
0.9 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01033498
Overall IMD Decile
2 / 10
Most deprived
Ranked
5,584
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Milton Keynes 023F (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 3 | 8,167 | Below average |
| Employment | 2 | 5,800 | Most deprived |
| Education | 4 | 21 | Below average |
| Health | 3 | N/A | Below average |
| Crime | 1 | 1 | Most deprived |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Milton Keynes 023F
Population
1,961
Census 2021
Density
873
per km² · Urban
Median Age
38
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Simpson and Ashland
District
Milton Keynes
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01033498
Frequently asked questions about MK6 3EF
What are the broadband speeds available at MK6 3EF?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK6 3EF. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near MK6 3EF?
No recent house price data for MK6 3EF. Few residential sales on record, or mainly commercial properties.
What is the flood risk for properties at MK6 3EF?
MK6 3EF 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 MK6 3EF area?
The nearest school to MK6 3EF is Charles Warren Academy (Primary), 0.12 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
How does crime rate in MK6 3EF compare to other areas?
In the latest month of data, 234 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime.
How suitable is MK6 3EF for remote working?
MK6 3EF scores 85/100 for remote working suitability, making it well suited for home workers. This score factors in superfast broadband coverage, full fibre availability, and mobile signal strength.
What is the mobile signal like at MK6 3EF?
4G outdoor coverage at MK6 3EF is 100%, with 5G outdoor at 99.2%. 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 MK6 3EF?
EPC data is not yet available for MK6 3EF. 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 MK6 3EF?
The most common council tax band in Milton Keynes is Band D. Band D council tax is approximately £2237 per year. Check your exact band at gov.uk.
How accessible are GP surgeries near MK6 3EF?
The nearest GP surgery to MK6 3EF is ASHFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE, 0.9 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.
What transport links are available near MK6 3EF?
The nearest train station to MK6 3EF is Stockport, 113.7 miles away. Other nearby stations include Ashton-under-Lyne (117.2 mi) and Manchester Piccadilly (119.4 mi).
Is MK6 3EF a suitable area for families?
MK6 3EF scores 55/100 for family suitability, rated reasonably suitable. This score considers Ofsted school ratings, crime rates, flood risk, and proximity to GP surgeries.
What is the air quality like at MK6 3EF?
Air quality at MK6 3EF is rated Fair with PM2.5 levels at 1.5 µg/m³. This is close to WHO guideline levels.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from MK6 3EF?
The nearest public EV charging point to MK6 3EF is 0.58 miles away (BP Pulse, Type 2). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK6 3EF?
Ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK6 3EF. Gigabit coverage reaches 100%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.
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