MK45 postcode
Broadband in MK45 3HL
Wilshamstead, Bedford
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 2 March 2026
Flood Risk
Very Low
Fibre (FTTP)
TBC
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK45 3HL
What broadband is like here
Thinking about Wilshamstead? MK45 3HL 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, and ultrafast (100Mbps+) reaches 100%. Maximum download speeds hit Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps, which is around the UK average of 69 Mbps.
Key facts for movers
- ✓No recent house price data is available for MK45 3HL. This can happen in areas with very few residential sales.
- ✓The nearest school to MK45 3HL is Wilstead Primary School (Primary), 0.24 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 13 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is a relatively low figure. The most common category was violent crime.
- ✓Flood risk at MK45 3HL is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at MK45 3HL 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) | 100% | 100% | TBC |
| Full Fibre (FTTP) | N/A | N/A | TBC |
| Gigabit | 100% | 100% | TBC |
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
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Area suitability scores
MK45 3HLRemote 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: 13
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilstead Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.2 mi |
| Lakeview School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.7 mi |
| Wixams Tree Primary Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Wixams Academy | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.8 mi |
| Willow Grove Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
| Houghton Conquest Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.7 mi |
| Cotton End Forest School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.7 mi |
| Elstow School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.2 mi |
| Shortstown Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.2 mi |
| Bedford Academy | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.5 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
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
Kempston Hardwick
2.3 mi
by road
Stewartby
3.1 mi
by road
Bedford St Johns
3.3 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
ACHE SHORTSTOWN BEDS
new patients
CCSB HEALTH VISITORS
new patients
CCSB PAED COMM NURSING
new patients
CCSB SAFEGUARDING
new patients
CCSB SCHOOL 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
EV Charger
3.1 mi
away
EV Charger
3.1 mi
away
EV Charger
3.1 mi
away
BP Pulse
3.5 mi
away
EV Charger
3.5 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017549
Overall IMD Decile
9 / 10
Least deprived
Ranked
29,086
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 019D (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 8 | 23,555 | Above average |
| Employment | 8 | 23,933 | Above average |
| Education | 8 | 8 | Above average |
| Health | 7 | N/A | Above average |
| Crime | 9 | N/A | Least deprived |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Bedford 021F
Population
1,514
Census 2021
Density
446
per km² · Suburban
Median Age
42
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Wilshamstead
District
Bedford
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01017549
Frequently asked questions about MK45 3HL
What are the broadband speeds available at MK45 3HL?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK45 3HL. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What schools are near MK45 3HL?
The nearest school is Wilstead Primary School (Primary), 0.24 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK45 3HL a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 13 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is relatively low compared to national averages.
What is the flood risk at MK45 3HL?
MK45 3HL has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK45 3HL?
Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK45 3HL. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.
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