MK18 postcode
Broadband in MK18 3LF
Swanbourne, Buckinghamshire
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 11 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
20% Gigabit
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK18 3LF
What broadband is like here
MK18 3LF sits in Swanbourne, 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
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 20% of premises here, and ultrafast (100Mbps+) reaches 20%. Maximum download speeds hit 20% Gigabit Mbps, which is around the UK average of 69 Mbps.
Key facts for movers
- ✓No recent house price data is available for MK18 3LF. This can happen in areas with very few residential sales.
- ✓The nearest school to MK18 3LF is Swanbourne House School (Independent), 1.1 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 3LF is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at MK18 3LF is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 2.8 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits.
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 20% | 20% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 20% | 20% | TBC |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 20% | 20% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 20% | 20% | TBC |
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
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Area suitability scores
MK18 3LFRemote Worker
20Based 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.
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Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 0
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swanbourne House School | Independent | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
| Swanbourne Church of England VA School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.3 mi |
| Winslow Church of England School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.8 mi |
| North Marston Church of England School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.9 mi |
| Furze Down School | Special | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.1 mi |
| Sir Thomas Fremantle School | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.3 mi |
| Mursley Church of England School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.6 mi |
| Whitchurch Combined School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.8 mi |
| East Claydon Church of England School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.3 mi |
| Drayton Parslow Village School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.7 mi |
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Zone 1
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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
EPC energy ratings
Energy Performance Certificate distribution for this area
Most common: Band F
EPC score 21–38
Council tax bands
Band distribution for Buckinghamshire
Most common: Band D
~£2,189/yr · Buckinghamshire
Annual council tax estimates for Buckinghamshire, 2024/25
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
Aylesbury Vale Parkway
6.4 mi
by road
Bletchley
7.1 mi
by road
Leighton Buzzard
7.6 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
WADDESDON SURGERY
new patients
BERRYCROFT COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTRE
new patients
ASHCROFT SURGERY
new patients
3W HEALTH
new patients
WESTCROFT HEALTH CENTRE
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
EV Charger
6.2 mi
away
BP Pulse
6.3 mi
away
bp pulse
6.3 mi
away
EV Charger
6.4 mi
away
EV Charger
6.4 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017715
Overall IMD Decile
8 / 10
Above average
Ranked
24,175
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Aylesbury Vale 006C (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 9 | 27,407 | Least deprived |
| Employment | 10 | 30,799 | Least deprived |
| Education | 9 | 4 | Least deprived |
| Health | 9 | -1 | Least deprived |
| Crime | 10 | -1 | Least deprived |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Buckinghamshire 006C
Population
1,206
Census 2021
Density
43
per km² · Rural
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Swanbourne
District
Buckinghamshire
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01017715
Frequently asked questions about MK18 3LF
What are the broadband speeds available at MK18 3LF?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 20% of premises at MK18 3LF. Maximum download speeds reach 20% Gigabit Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 20%.
What schools are near MK18 3LF?
The nearest school is Swanbourne House School (Independent), 1.1 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK18 3LF 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 3LF?
MK18 3LF has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK18 3LF?
Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 20% of premises at MK18 3LF. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.
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