MK3 postcode
Broadband in MK3 7PG
West Bletchley, Milton Keynes
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 7 March 2026
Flood Risk
Medium
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at MK3 7PG. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
| Technology | Available | Coverage | Typical Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (ADSL) | 100% | 100% | 10-20 Mbps |
| Superfast (30+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | 30-80 Mbps |
| Ultrafast (100+ Mbps) | 100% | 100% | 100-300 Mbps |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | 300-900 Mbps |
| Gigabit | 100% | 100% | 900-1,000 Mbps |
Speed Distribution at MK3 7PG
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at MK3 7PG
Based on 285 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
280
Mbps
Upload
190
Mbps
Latency
7
ms
Tests
285
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at MK3 7PG
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Cell Tower Coverage near MK3 7PG
Within 1 km
4
towers
Within 2 km
12
towers
Nearest Tower
0.1
km away
Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
House prices
Average price
£355,250
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
unknown
Most recent sale
£358,000 on
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £358,000 | KINCARDINE DRIVE | |
| £352,500 | KINCARDINE DRIVE |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 178
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cold Harbour Church of England School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.1 mi |
| Barleyhurst Park Primary | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Abbeys Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Romans Field School | Special | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.5 mi |
| Milton Keynes Primary Pupil Referral Unit | Other | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
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Flood risk
Zone 2/3
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Flood risk: Medium
This postcode is in Zone 2/3 — medium risk of flooding from rivers and sea.
Flood Zone
Zone 2/3
Risk Level
Medium
Air quality
Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels
Fair air quality
Air quality data not available.
WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³
WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³
WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Milton Keynes 027C
Population
1,488
Census 2021
Density
3905
per km² · Dense urban
Median Age
34
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01016739
Overall IMD Decile
7 / 10
Above average
Ranked
22,399
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Milton Keynes 027C (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 7 | 20,542 | Above average |
| Employment | 7 | 22,034 | Above average |
| Education | 4 | 25 | Below average |
| Health | 8 | N/A | Above average |
| Crime | 8 | N/A | Above average |
Transport links
Nearest train stations and towns
Nearest train stations
No train stations found within 15 miles
EV charging nearby
Public EV charging points within 5 miles
Pod Point
0.8 mi
away
Gridserve
1.1 mi
away
EV Charger
1.1 mi
away
BP Pulse
1.1 mi
away
bp pulse
1.1 mi
away
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
EPC energy ratings
Energy Performance Certificate distribution for this area
Most common: Band D
EPC score 55–68
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
WHADDON HEALTHCARE
new patients
COMMUNITY RESPIRATORY SERVICE (AIRS)
new patients
PCOC COMMUNITY CARDIOLOGY SERVICE
new patients
RAINBOW PHARMACY
new patients
PARKSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
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West Bletchley is home to MK3 7PG. Whether you live here or plan to move, the data below paints a clear picture. Broadband, schools, crime, house prices, and local services all follow. The numbers speak for themselves.
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) coverage at MK3 7PG stands at 100%. That is above the UK average of 93%. Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of properties. That is solid coverage for bandwidth-heavy households. Gigabit-capable connections cover 100% of premises. Most homes can access gigabit speeds if they choose to. The maximum download speed recorded is Gigabit (1Gbps+). That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.
The speed distribution at MK3 7PG tells a more detailed story than headline figures alone. 100% of connections fall in the 300 Mbps or faster range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls. Over half of connections exceed 300 Mbps. That supports multiple 4K streams, large file transfers, and cloud gaming without issue.
Translating the numbers at MK3 7PG into daily use gives a clearer picture. Upload speeds average 190.28 Mbps. That handles HD video calls, cloud backups, and uploading large files without issues. Streaming is possible but may stutter at busy times. SD quality is more reliable than HD here. Latency is 7 ms. That is excellent for online gaming, competitive play, and real-time applications. Remote workers may find speeds limiting during peak hours. A wired ethernet connection helps with consistency.
FWA broadband has not reached MK3 7PG yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.
Ookla Speedtest users at MK3 7PG see average downloads of 279.98 Mbps. Advertised speeds often differ from reality. These figures come from actual user tests. Upload speeds average 190.28 Mbps. Latency sits at 7 ms. That is excellent for responsive browsing and gaming. This is based on 285 speed tests run by local users.
0% of premises at MK3 7PG fall below the Universal Service Obligation of 10 Mbps. Every property here meets the minimum standard. That is not the case everywhere. Next-generation access (NGA) reaches 100% of the area. NGA typically means speeds of 24 Mbps or above.
There are 4 cell towers within 1 km of MK3 7PG. A handful of towers serve this area. Within 2 km that count rises to 12. The nearest tower is 0.13 km away. Operators present include Unknown.
House prices near MK3 7PG sit at £355,250 on average. This puts the area above the national benchmark. This is based on 2 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.
178 crimes were reported near MK3 7PG in the most recent month. The level is higher than average. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include shoplifting and criminal damage arson. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.
Cold Harbour Church of England School is the closest school at 0.1 miles. It is a Primary school. Ofsted rates it as Not available. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
Flood risk at MK3 7PG is rated Medium (Zone 2/3). Check Environment Agency flood maps for detailed information. Specialist flood insurance may be needed. Air quality is rated Fair with PM2.5 at 1.4 micrograms per cubic metre.
The LSOA covering MK3 7PG has a population of approximately 1488. Median age is 34. That is close to the national median of 40.
The nearest train station to MK3 7PG is Stockport, 113.4 miles away. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ashton-under-Lyne is the next closest at 117 miles. Manchester Piccadilly offers another option at 119.1 miles.
Properties around MK3 7PG most commonly fall into council tax Band D. The billing authority is Milton Keynes. The three most common bands are D (27%), C (25%), E (16%). Band D corresponds to 1991 property values of £68,001 to £88,000. Current values are typically much higher. The spread across mid-range bands suggests a varied housing stock.
4G outdoor coverage at MK3 7PG reaches 100%. Indoor 4G drops to 99.8%. Indoor coverage is close to outdoor levels. Signal should be reliable throughout the building. 5G outdoor coverage is at 99.2%. That makes 5G home broadband a genuine alternative to fixed-line connections. Coverage data covers EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Check each operator individually, as coverage varies by network.
Suitability scores for MK3 7PG: remote working 40/100, family 50/100, value 60/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.
MK3 7PG falls within the Milton Keynes local authority area. The immediate area is West Bletchley, a distinct community within the wider district. The MK3 postcode area contains 651 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across MK3 ranges from 0% to 100%. MK3 7PG is close to the area average of 99%.
How does MK3 7PG compare to its neighbours? MK3 7PF (0.03 miles, West Bletchley) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. MK3 7PE (0.05 miles, West Bletchley) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. MK3 7PQ (0.07 miles, West Bletchley) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. MK3 7PD (0.07 miles, West Bletchley) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.
When choosing a broadband provider at MK3 7PG, check what technology reaches your specific address. Availability varies by street and sometimes by building. If fibre is unavailable, consider 4G home broadband or satellite as alternatives. Speeds may still be adequate for most uses. Compare contract lengths, total costs over the term, and exit fees. The cheapest monthly rate is not always the best deal.
The age profile is close to the national median. A mix of families, professionals, and retirees.
Pulling the data together for MK3 7PG, here is what stands out. Connectivity at MK3 7PG is a strength. Strong broadband coverage gives flexibility for both working and leisure. The area scores well on that front. Milton Keynes as a local authority area has its own planning priorities, council services, and infrastructure investment plans. Check the council website for the latest. The data covers what can be measured. West Bletchley has its own character that numbers alone cannot capture. Use these figures as a filter, then visit to get the full picture.
Data sources include Ofcom (broadband and mobile), Land Registry (house prices), Police.uk (crime), Ofsted (schools), Environment Agency (flood risk), and Open-Meteo (air quality). Council tax data comes from the Valuation Office Agency. EPC data is from DLUHC. Transport data uses NaPTAN. Speed distribution figures are from Ofcom Connected Nations. All figures are the latest available at the time of writing.
Before making a decision about MK3 7PG, visit in person. Check the commute at rush hour. Try the mobile signal indoors. Look at local shops and green spaces. Ask about broadband reliability, not just speed. Data sets the scene, but real life fills in the gaps.
This covers the key data for MK3 7PG. Broadband, property, schools, safety, and local services all in one place. For area-wide trends, see the West Bletchley hub page. Bookmark this page and check back as new data arrives.
Frequently asked questions about MK3 7PG
What are the broadband speeds available at MK3 7PG?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK3 7PG. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near MK3 7PG?
The average property price at MK3 7PG is £355,250, based on 2 recorded transactions.
What is the flood risk for properties at MK3 7PG?
MK3 7PG has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Zone 2/3. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.
What schools are nearby in the MK3 7PG area?
The nearest school is Cold Harbour Church of England School (Primary), 0.1 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in MK3 7PG compare to other areas?
178 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is above average for England and Wales.
How suitable is MK3 7PG for remote working?
MK3 7PG scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.
What is the mobile signal like at MK3 7PG?
4G outdoor coverage at MK3 7PG is 100%. 5G reaches 99.2%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near MK3 7PG?
EPC data for MK3 7PG is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at MK3 7PG?
The most common council tax band near MK3 7PG is Band D. The billing authority is Milton Keynes.
How accessible are GP surgeries near MK3 7PG?
GP surgery data for MK3 7PG is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near MK3 7PG?
The nearest train station to MK3 7PG is Stockport, 113.4 miles away. Ashton-under-Lyne is also nearby.
Is MK3 7PG a suitable area for families?
MK3 7PG scores 50/100 for family suitability. Check school and crime sections above for detail.
What is the air quality like at MK3 7PG?
Air quality at MK3 7PG is rated Fair. PM2.5 levels are 1.4 micrograms per cubic metre. Sensitive individuals should take note.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from MK3 7PG?
EV charging data for MK3 7PG is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK3 7PG?
Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.
Area suitability scores
MK3 7PGRemote Worker
40Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
50Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
60Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
Map
Area info
Parish
West Bletchley
District
Milton Keynes
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01016739
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