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Broadband in MK18 5LD

Stowe, Buckinghamshire

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Best speedGigabit (1Gbps+)
StandardSuperfastGigabit
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 14 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

TBC

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Rex BlackwellData last verified: 14 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 MK18 5LD. 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 MK18 5LD

What broadband is like here

MK18 5LD sits in Stowe, Buckinghamshire. Whether you're moving in or checking your options, here's the full picture of broadband and local living.

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

What this means

Great news — nearly homes at MK18 5LD can get superfast broadband. Top speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage sits at 100%.

Key facts for movers

  • The average property price at MK18 5LD is £403,000, based on 1 recorded sale. This is above the UK average of around £290,000.
  • The nearest school to MK18 5LD is Stowe School (Independent), 0.56 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 MK18 5LD is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
  • Air quality at MK18 5LD is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 2.8 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

99.8%

4G Indoor

99.3%

5G Outdoor

96.5%

Networks with 4G

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

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Area suitability scores

MK18 5LD

Remote Worker

40

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

50

Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.

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House prices

Average price

£403,000

Sales (5 yrs)

Trend

unknown

Most recent sale

£403,000 on

DatePriceStreet
£403,000MAIN ROAD

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 0

Schools nearby

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

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Stowe SchoolIndependentNot available★★★☆☆0.6 mi
Akeley Wood Senior SchoolIndependentNot available★★★☆☆1.5 mi
St James and St John CofE Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.8 mi
Silverstone UTCHigher EducationNot available★★★☆☆2.7 mi
Maids Moreton Church of England SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.9 mi
Buckingham Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆3.0 mi
Syresham St James CofE Primary School and NurseryPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆3.2 mi
University of BuckinghamHigher EducationNot available★★★☆☆3.2 mi
Beachborough SchoolIndependentNot available★★★☆☆3.2 mi
George Grenville AcademyPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆3.4 mi

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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

Environment Agency / getthedata.com Open Flood Risk by Postcode

EPC energy ratings

Energy Performance Certificate distribution for this area

B

Most common: Band B

EPC score 81–91

A
0%
B
2%
C
0%
D
0%
E
1%
F
1%
G
1%
EPC Open Data Communities API

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Buckinghamshire

D

Most common: Band D

2,189/yr · Buckinghamshire

A
3%£1,459
B
8%£1,702
C
18%£1,946
D
22%£2,189
E
20%£2,676
F
14%£3,162
G
10%£3,648
H
5%£4,378

Annual council tax estimates for Buckinghamshire, 2024/25

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

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

🚂

Wolverton

9.7 mi

by road

🚂

Bicester North

10.6 mi

by road

🚂

Kings Sutton

10.8 mi

by road

Haversine calculation from postcode coordinates · Straight-line distances

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

THE SWAN PRACTICE

MK18 1NU·3.0 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

BRACKLEY MEDICAL CENTRE

NN13 6QZ·4.7 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

SOUTH NORTHANTS EXTENDED ACCESS

NN13 6EQ·5.1 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

SPRINGFIELD SURGERY

NN13 6JJ·5.4 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

TOWCESTER MEDICAL CENTRE

NN12 6HH·6.4 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)2.8 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles)8.8 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)1.7 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

🔋

Monta Charge

Type 22 points

3.2 mi

away

🔋

Monta Charge

Type 22 points

3.2 mi

away

🔋

Monta Charge

Type 22 points

3.5 mi

away

🔋

Pod Point

Type 24 points

3.8 mi

away

Tesla

CCS4 points

3.9 mi

away

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

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: Buckinghamshire 001C

Population

1,599

Census 2021

Density

48

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

Stowe

District

Buckinghamshire

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01033951

Frequently asked questions about MK18 5LD

What are the broadband speeds available at MK18 5LD?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK18 5LD. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What is the average house price at MK18 5LD?

Based on 1 recorded transaction, the average property price at MK18 5LD is £403,000.

What schools are near MK18 5LD?

The nearest school is Stowe School (Independent), 0.56 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.

Is MK18 5LD 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 MK18 5LD?

MK18 5LD has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.

Can I get full fibre broadband at MK18 5LD?

Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK18 5LD. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.

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