MK17 postcode
Broadband in MK17 8LX
Wavendon, Milton Keynes
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 4 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
86% Gigabit
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK17 8LX
What broadband is like here
MK17 8LX 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
Most homes at MK17 8LX can get superfast broadband. Top speeds reach 86% Gigabit Mbps. Ultrafast coverage sits at 85.7%.
Key facts for movers
- ✓No recent house price data is available for MK17 8LX. This can happen in areas with very few residential sales.
- ✓The nearest school to MK17 8LX is Wavendon Gate School (Primary), 0.3 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 8LX is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at MK17 8LX is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits.
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 86% | 86% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 86% | 86% | TBC |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 86% | 86% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 86% | 86% | TBC |
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
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Area suitability scores
MK17 8LXRemote Worker
65Based 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
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: 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 | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| Walton High | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Glebe Farm School | All-through | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Kents Hill School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Heronshaw School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.9 mi |
| Heronsgate School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.0 mi |
| Monkston Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.0 mi |
| Kents Hill Park all-through school | All-through | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.2 mi |
| The Open University | Higher Education | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.3 mi |
| Swallowfield Primary | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.4 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 A
EPC score 92–100
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
1.2 mi
by road
Bow Brickhill
1.6 mi
by road
Aspley Guise
2.0 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
WALNUT TREE HEALTH CENTRE
new patients
BROOKLANDS HEALTH CENTRE
new patients
ASPLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
MILTON KEYNES VILLAGE SURG
new patients
ASCENT PCN HUB
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
0.6 mi
away
BP Pulse
0.6 mi
away
BP Pulse
1.0 mi
away
Open University
1.2 mi
away
Polar Network Charging Station
1.3 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 8LX
What are the broadband speeds available at MK17 8LX?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 85.7% of premises at MK17 8LX. Maximum download speeds reach 86% Gigabit Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 85.7%.
What schools are near MK17 8LX?
The nearest school is Wavendon Gate School (Primary), 0.3 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK17 8LX 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 8LX?
MK17 8LX has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK17 8LX?
Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 85.7% of premises at MK17 8LX. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.
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