MK43 postcode
Broadband in MK43 8DR
Turvey, Bedford
Superfast broadband covers 100% of premises here.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 22 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
Superfast (30Mbps+)
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK43 8DR
What broadband is like here
Thinking about Turvey? MK43 8DR 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 MK43 8DR. This can happen in areas with very few residential sales.
- ✓The nearest school to MK43 8DR is Turvey Primary School (Primary), 0.17 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 3 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is a relatively low figure. The most common category was other theft.
- ✓Flood risk at MK43 8DR is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at MK43 8DR is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 2.9 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
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Area suitability scores
MK43 8DRRemote 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.
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Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 3
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turvey Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.2 mi |
| Newton Blossomville Church of England School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.3 mi |
| Lavendon School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.7 mi |
| Carlton CofE Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.1 mi |
| Harrold Primary Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.6 mi |
| Olney Middle School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.6 mi |
| Olney Infant Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.8 mi |
| Bromham CofE Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 3.9 mi |
| Lincroft Academy | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 4.3 mi |
| Oakley Primary Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 4.3 mi |
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Check Deals →Flood risk
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
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
6.3 mi
by road
Bedford St Johns
6.9 mi
by road
Kempston Hardwick
7.0 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
HARROLD MEDICAL PRACTICE
new patients
COBBS GARDEN SURGERY
new patients
PRIORY MEDICAL CENTRE
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
3.3 mi
away
Pod Point
3.3 mi
away
Shell
3.3 mi
away
Shell
3.3 mi
away
Connected Kerb
3.4 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017546
Overall IMD Decile
8 / 10
Above average
Ranked
25,680
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 002E (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 7 | 21,974 | Above average |
| Employment | 8 | 24,560 | Above average |
| Education | 10 | 1 | Least deprived |
| Health | 7 | N/A | Above average |
| Crime | 9 | N/A | Least deprived |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Bedford 002E
Population
1,192
Census 2021
Density
73
per km² · Rural
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Turvey
District
Bedford
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01017546
Frequently asked questions about MK43 8DR
What are the broadband speeds available at MK43 8DR?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK43 8DR. Maximum download speeds reach Superfast (30Mbps+) Mbps.
What schools are near MK43 8DR?
The nearest school is Turvey Primary School (Primary), 0.17 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK43 8DR a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 3 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is relatively low compared to national averages.
What is the flood risk at MK43 8DR?
MK43 8DR has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK43 8DR?
Ultrafast availability data is being updated. Check with providers like BT, Virgin Media, or Openreach for the latest full fibre rollout status at MK43 8DR.
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