MK17 postcode
Broadband in MK17 8FG
Woburn Sands, Milton Keynes
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 14 March 2026
Flood Risk
Medium
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at MK17 8FG. 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 MK17 8FG
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Real-World Speeds at MK17 8FG
Based on 78 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
192
Mbps
Upload
159
Mbps
Latency
16
ms
Tests
78
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Digital Divide at MK17 8FG
Fibre-to-cabinet or better
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
Cell Tower Coverage near MK17 8FG
Within 1 km
0
towers
Within 2 km
2
towers
Nearest Tower
1.8
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
£143,500
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
unknown
Most recent sale
£143,500 on
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £143,500 | REGENCY MEWS |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 12
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swallowfield Primary | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| Fulbrook | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Wavendon Gate School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
| Glebe Farm School | All-through | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
| St Mary's Wavendon CofE Primary | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.3 mi |
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Flood risk
Zone 2/3
🟠
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 024F
Population
2,251
Census 2021
Density
2173
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: E01034452
Overall IMD Decile
8 / 10
Above average
Ranked
23,839
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Milton Keynes 024B (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 9 | 28,332 | Least deprived |
| Employment | 8 | 26,036 | Above average |
| Education | 8 | 8 | Above average |
| Health | 9 | -1 | Least deprived |
| Crime | 7 | 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
BP Pulse
1.6 mi
away
BP Pulse
1.6 mi
away
BP Pulse
1.7 mi
away
Open University
2.2 mi
away
BP Pulse
2.2 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 B
EPC score 81–91
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
ASPLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE
new patients
ASCENT PCN HUB
new patients
WALNUT TREE HEALTH CENTRE
new patients
BROOKLANDS HEALTH CENTRE
new patients
MILTON KEYNES VILLAGE SURG
new patients
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Woburn Sands is home to MK17 8FG. 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.
100% of premises at MK17 8FG can access superfast broadband. The UK average is 93%. This postcode meets or exceeds that benchmark. 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.
Here is how broadband speeds break down across premises at MK17 8FG. 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.
What do the broadband speeds at MK17 8FG mean in practice? Upload speeds average 159.38 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 sits at 16 ms. Acceptable for most online gaming. Competitive players may notice occasional lag. Remote workers may find speeds limiting during peak hours. A wired ethernet connection helps with consistency.
FWA broadband has not reached MK17 8FG yet. Satellite services like Starlink or 4G home broadband routers can fill the gap where fixed-line options are limited.
Real-world download speeds at MK17 8FG average 191.58 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. This reflects what people actually get, not just what providers advertise. Upload speeds average 159.38 Mbps. Latency sits at 16 ms. That is acceptable for most online activities. This is based on 78 speed tests run by local users.
The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At MK17 8FG, 0% of properties do not meet this threshold. 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.
Within 2 km that count rises to 2. The nearest tower is 1.76 km away. Operators present include Unknown.
House prices near MK17 8FG sit at £143,500 on average. This puts the area below the national benchmark. This is based on 1 recorded transaction from Land Registry data.
Crime in the LSOA covering MK17 8FG totalled 12 offences last month. This is a relatively low figure. The most common category was violent crime. Other frequent types include anti social behaviour and other crime. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.
Swallowfield Primary is the closest school at 0.32 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 MK17 8FG 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 1.6 micrograms per cubic metre.
The LSOA covering MK17 8FG has a population of approximately 2251. Median age is 34. That is close to the national median of 40.
Stockport station is the closest rail link at 115.2 miles from MK17 8FG. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ashton-under-Lyne is the next closest at 118.7 miles. Manchester Piccadilly offers another option at 121 miles.
The most common council tax band near MK17 8FG is 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.
Outdoor 4G mobile signal at MK17 8FG is available across 100% of the area. 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 MK17 8FG: remote working 40/100, family 85/100, value 85/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.
The local authority for MK17 8FG is Milton Keynes. The immediate area is Woburn Sands, a distinct community within the wider district. The MK17 postcode area contains 894 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across MK17 ranges from 0% to 100%. MK17 8FG is above the area average of 92%.
How does MK17 8FG compare to its neighbours? MK17 8FD (0.02 miles, Woburn Sands) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. MK17 8FH (0.03 miles, Woburn Sands) has 100% superfast coverage and 52.9% gigabit. MK17 8GB (0.05 miles, Woburn Sands) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. MK17 8GA (0.05 miles, Woburn Sands) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.
Broadband availability varies by provider and by property. At MK17 8FG, check individual coverage tools from BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local operators. 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 MK17 8FG, here is what stands out. Connectivity at MK17 8FG 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. Woburn Sands 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.
Data is a starting point for Woburn Sands. Walk the streets at different times. Test your mobile signal. Check parking, noise levels, and the feel of the neighbourhood. Run a speed test on the actual connection. Some things only a visit can reveal.
That is the full data picture for MK17 8FG in Woburn Sands. Use it alongside your own research. For the most current broadband speeds, run a live speed test from this page. Check back periodically as data is refreshed with new releases.
Frequently asked questions about MK17 8FG
What are the broadband speeds available at MK17 8FG?
Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK17 8FG. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near MK17 8FG?
The average property price at MK17 8FG is £143,500, based on 1 recorded transactions.
What is the flood risk for properties at MK17 8FG?
MK17 8FG has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Zone 2/3. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.
What schools are nearby in the MK17 8FG area?
The nearest school is Swallowfield Primary (Primary), 0.32 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.
How does crime rate in MK17 8FG compare to other areas?
12 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.
How suitable is MK17 8FG for remote working?
MK17 8FG scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.
What is the mobile signal like at MK17 8FG?
4G outdoor coverage at MK17 8FG is 100%. 5G reaches 99.2%. Indoor coverage may be lower.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating near MK17 8FG?
EPC data for MK17 8FG is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at MK17 8FG?
The most common council tax band near MK17 8FG is Band D. The billing authority is Milton Keynes.
How accessible are GP surgeries near MK17 8FG?
GP surgery data for MK17 8FG is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.
What transport links are available near MK17 8FG?
The nearest train station to MK17 8FG is Stockport, 115.2 miles away. Ashton-under-Lyne is also nearby.
Is MK17 8FG a suitable area for families?
MK17 8FG scores 85/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.
What is the air quality like at MK17 8FG?
Air quality at MK17 8FG is rated Fair. PM2.5 levels are 1.6 micrograms per cubic metre. Sensitive individuals should take note.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from MK17 8FG?
EV charging data for MK17 8FG is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK17 8FG?
Ultrafast broadband (100 Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. Check Openreach and local operators for FTTP availability.
Area suitability scores
MK17 8FGRemote Worker
40Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
85Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
85Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
Map
Area info
Parish
Woburn Sands
District
Milton Keynes
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01034452
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