MK17 postcode
Broadband in MK17 8LH
Wavendon, Milton Keynes
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 23 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
88% Gigabit
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK17 8LH
What broadband is like here
MK17 8LH sits in Wavendon, Milton Keynes. 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 100% of premises here, and ultrafast (100Mbps+) reaches 87.5%. Maximum download speeds hit 88% Gigabit Mbps, which is above the UK average of 69 Mbps.
Key facts for movers
- ✓The average property price at MK17 8LH is £223,000, based on 1 recorded sale. This sits below the national average of around £290,000.
- ✓The nearest school to MK17 8LH is Wavendon Gate School (Primary), 0.48 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 33 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is a moderate level. The most common category was violent crime.
- ✓Flood risk at MK17 8LH is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at MK17 8LH is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3 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) | 88% | 88% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 88% | 88% | TBC |
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
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4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
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Area suitability scores
MK17 8LHRemote Worker
70Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
70Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
78Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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House prices
Average price
£223,000
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
unknown
Most recent sale
£223,000 on
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £223,000 | WALTON ROAD |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 33
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wavendon Gate School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Glebe Farm School | All-through | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Walton High | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Kents Hill School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
| Swallowfield Primary | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
| St Mary's Wavendon CofE Primary | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
| Heronshaw School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.2 mi |
| Heronsgate School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.2 mi |
| Monkston Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.2 mi |
| Fulbrook | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.3 mi |
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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
EPC energy ratings
Energy Performance Certificate distribution for this area
Most common: Band C
EPC score 69–80
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
Woburn Sands
0.9 mi
by road
Aspley Guise
1.7 mi
by road
Bow Brickhill
1.8 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
WALNUT TREE HEALTH CENTRE
new patients
ASPLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
ASCENT PCN HUB
new patients
BROOKLANDS HEALTH CENTRE
new patients
MILTON KEYNES VILLAGE SURG
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
BP Pulse
0.9 mi
away
BP Pulse
0.9 mi
away
BP Pulse
1.3 mi
away
Polar Network Charging Station
1.3 mi
away
PodPoint Charging Station
1.4 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01016734
Overall IMD Decile
6 / 10
Average
Ranked
18,385
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Milton Keynes 024A (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 8 | 25,189 | Above average |
| Employment | 7 | 22,718 | Above average |
| Education | 8 | 7 | Above average |
| Health | 8 | N/A | Above average |
| Crime | 2 | N/A | Most deprived |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Milton Keynes 024A
Population
1,716
Census 2021
Density
133
per km² · Suburban
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Wavendon
District
Milton Keynes
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01016734
Frequently asked questions about MK17 8LH
What are the broadband speeds available at MK17 8LH?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK17 8LH. Maximum download speeds reach 88% Gigabit Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 87.5%.
What is the average house price at MK17 8LH?
Based on 1 recorded transaction, the average property price at MK17 8LH is £223,000.
What schools are near MK17 8LH?
The nearest school is Wavendon Gate School (Primary), 0.48 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK17 8LH a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 33 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is a moderate level.
What is the flood risk at MK17 8LH?
MK17 8LH has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK17 8LH?
Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 87.5% of premises at MK17 8LH. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.
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