Broadband Compare UK
Broadband CompareUK

Compare availability, speeds, and area stats before you move.

Check a postcode

Instant broadband, crime, schools and price insights.

MK42 postcode

Broadband in MK42 6FH

Wixams, Bedford

Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.

Best speedGigabit (1Gbps+)
StandardSuperfastGigabit
Compare Broadband Deals →

Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 21 March 2026

Flood Risk

TBC

Fibre (FTTP)

TBC

Best speed

Gigabit (1Gbps+)

Reviewed by Arthur TuringData last verified: 21 March 2026

Speed Calculator

Adjust the options below to see how much broadband speed your household needs.

2
18

HD uses ~5 Mbps per person. 4K uses ~25 Mbps.

Each person on calls needs around 10 Mbps.

Competitive gaming needs low latency as much as raw speed.

Cameras, thermostats, speakers and similar devices each use a few Mbps.

Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at MK42 6FH. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.

Compare Deals in MK42 6FH

Speed Test

Check your current download speed and see how it compares to what is available at MK42 6FH.

The test downloads a 2 MB file from our server and measures how long it takes.

This test measures download speed only. Results vary depending on network conditions.

Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

Living near MK42 6FH

What broadband is like here

Looking at broadband in MK42 6FH? Here's what you need to know about internet speeds, local amenities, and life in Wixams.

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

  • The average property price at MK42 6FH is £620,880, based on 13 recorded sales. This is above the UK average of around £290,000.
  • The nearest school to MK42 6FH is Wixams Academy (Secondary), 0.51 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
  • In the latest month of data, 37 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is a moderate level. The most common category was violent crime.
  • Flood risk data for this postcode is being updated.
  • Air quality at MK42 6FH is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 3 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits.
TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical 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
Gigabit100%
100%
TBC

Mobile coverage

4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

4G Outdoor

100%

4G Indoor

99.7%

5G Outdoor

98.9%

Networks with 4G

EEO2ThreeVodafone
Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025) · Data at local authority area level

Compare broadband in MK42 6FH

Find the best broadband packages available at your address.

Compare Deals Now

Area suitability scores

MK42 6FH

Remote Worker

40

Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.

Family

65

Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.

Value for Money

35

Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.

Map

House prices

Average price

£620,880

Sales (5 yrs)

Trend

stable

Most recent sale

£690,000 on

DatePriceStreet
£690,000BLACKBIRD CLOSE
£735,000BLACKBIRD CLOSE
£562,995BLACKBIRD CLOSE
£674,995BLACKBIRD CLOSE
£559,995BLACKBIRD CLOSE
£704,995BLACKBIRD CLOSE
£555,995BLACKBIRD CLOSE
£659,995BLACKBIRD CLOSE
£551,495BLACKBIRD CLOSE
£699,995BLACKBIRD CLOSE

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 37

violent crime46%17
public order16%6
anti social behaviour16%6
vehicle crime5%2
criminal damage arson5%2
drugs3%1
robbery3%1
other theft3%1
possession of weapons3%1

Schools nearby

Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Wixams AcademySecondaryNot available★★★☆☆0.5 mi
Wixams Tree Primary AcademyPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.5 mi
Wilstead Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.7 mi
Willow Grove Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.7 mi
Lakeview SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.8 mi
Houghton Conquest Lower SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.3 mi
Cotton End Forest SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.2 mi
Marston Vale Middle SchoolSecondaryNot available★★★☆☆2.2 mi
Elstow SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.2 mi
Springfield Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.4 mi

Ready to switch? See what's available at your address.

Check Deals

EPC energy ratings

Energy Performance Certificate distribution for this area

B

Most common: Band B

EPC score 81–91

A
0%
B
14%
C
0%
D
0%
E
0%
F
0%
G
0%
EPC Open Data Communities API

Council tax bands

Band distribution for Bedford

C

Most common: Band C

1,841/yr · Bedford

A
7%£1,381
B
18%£1,611
C
28%£1,841
D
24%£2,071
E
13%£2,531
F
6%£2,991
G
3%£3,452
H
1%£4,142

Annual council tax estimates for Bedford, 2024/25

Valuation Office Agency (VOA) · Check exact band at gov.uk

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

🚂

Kempston Hardwick

1.9 mi

by road

🚂

Stewartby

2.5 mi

by road

🚂

Bedford St Johns

3.4 mi

by road

Haversine calculation from postcode coordinates · Straight-line distances

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

CCSB HEALTH VISITORS

MK42 7PN·2.2 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

CCSB PAED COMM NURSING

MK42 7PN·2.2 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

CCSB SAFEGUARDING

MK42 7PN·2.2 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

CCSB SCHOOL NURSING

MK42 7PN·2.2 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

CIRCLE INTEGRATED CARE

MK42 7NY·2.3 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

NHS website (NHS.uk find a GP) · Nearest 3 GP practicesFind a GP →

Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

Good air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles)3 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles)8.7 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)2.1 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

Open-Meteo Air Quality API (7-day average) · Guidelines: WHO 2021

EV charging nearby

Public EV charging points within 5 miles

🔋

EV Charger

Type 2

2.9 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 2

3.0 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 2

3.3 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 2

3.4 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 2

3.4 mi

away

OpenStreetMap Overpass API (replaces decommissioned DFT National Chargepoint Registry, which closed Nov 2024) · Within 5 miles

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: Bedford 022D

Population

2,037

Census 2021

Density

2389

per km² · Dense urban

Median Age

34

years (est.)

Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown

Census 2021 (ONS via Nomis NM_2028_1, NM_2026_1)

Area info

Parish

Wixams

District

Bedford

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01034434

Frequently asked questions about MK42 6FH

What are the broadband speeds available at MK42 6FH?

Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK42 6FH. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.

What is the average house price at MK42 6FH?

Based on 13 recorded transactions, the average property price at MK42 6FH is £620,880.

What schools are near MK42 6FH?

The nearest school is Wixams Academy (Secondary), 0.51 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.

Is MK42 6FH a safe area?

In the latest month of available data, 37 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is a moderate level.

Can I get full fibre broadband at MK42 6FH?

Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK42 6FH. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.

Best deals

Compare broadband deals in MK42 6FH

Find the best packages from UK providers in minutes.

Check Available Deals

Broadband deals for MK42 6FH

Compare Deals