MK17 postcode
Broadband in MK17 8RH
Woburn Sands, Milton Keynes
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 12 March 2026
Flood Risk
Medium
Fibre (FTTP)
No
Best speed
Gigabit (1Gbps+)
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Gigabit broadband (Gigabit (1Gbps+)) is available at MK17 8RH. That covers your 14 Mbps needs with room to spare.
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Broadband availability
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)
Living near MK17 8RH
MK17 8RH is in Woburn Sands, Milton Keynes. This guide pulls together data from Ofcom, Land Registry, Police.uk, and more. Every figure is specific to this postcode or its local area. We cover broadband, real-world speeds, house prices, and crime. Plus schools, flood risk, air quality, transport, and GP access. Use it to compare against other postcodes you're considering.
Strong broadband in this part of Woburn Sands. Superfast (30Mbps+) reaches 100% of premises. The UK average is around 93%. Woburn Sands beats that. Ultrafast (100Mbps+) covers 100%. That puts Woburn Sands ahead of most UK postcodes. Enough for streaming, video calls, and smart home devices. Gigabit connections: 100% coverage. Most homes here can get future-proof speeds.
Coverage tells you what's available. Speed tests show what people get. Average download at MK17 8RH: 176 Mbps. Upload: 89 Mbps. Latency: 15ms. Around the UK average. Fine for most households. HD streaming and video calls should work well. Multiple devices can share this comfortably. Upload speed is strong for cloud backups. Data from 87 speed tests in this area.
Limited house price data for MK17 8RH. Few residential sales on record here. Could be a commercial area, new development, or rental-heavy. Land Registry only records completed sales. Rentals and new-builds under shared ownership may not appear. Check Rightmove or Zoopla for current asking prices. Talk to local estate agents for a ground-level view.
Police.uk data: 11 incidents last month. Low crime area. Fewer incidents than most places this size. Most common type: violent crime (4). Second: anti social behaviour (3). Third: other theft (2). Crime data is at LSOA level, not postcode. Nearby postcodes share these figures. The area covers roughly 1,500 residents. One month is a snapshot. Look at trends over time.
Five schools near MK17 8RH. Nearest: Fulbrook. Distance: 0.23 miles. Type: Secondary. Second nearest: Swallowfield Primary (0.42 mi). Also: Aspley Guise Village School (1.09 mi). Reasonable school options. Check individual school catchment areas for your address.
Flood risk: Medium. Zone: Zone 2/3. Moderate flood risk. Get a flood risk assessment before buying. Insurance premiums may be higher. Air quality: Fair. PM2.5: 1.4 µg/m³. Well within WHO guidelines.
Local population: 1,419. Median age: 34. Suburban area. 3739 people per km². Mix of residential and local shops. Quieter than city centres. Busier than countryside. Deprivation index: decile 10 out of 10. That's least deprived. One of the least deprived areas in England.
Nearest train station: Stockport. Distance: 115.6 miles. You'll need a car to get there. Also: Ashton-under-Lyne (119.1 mi). And Manchester Piccadilly (121.4 mi). Five public EV chargers nearby. Closest: 2 miles away. Good EV charging options in the area. Operator: BP Pulse.
Council tax: mostly Band D. Check your exact band at gov.uk/council-tax-bands. Band affects your annual bill by hundreds of pounds.
Nearest GP: ASPLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE. Distance: 0.1 miles. Five practices in the wider area. Check directly about new patient availability. GP lists fill up. Register early if you're moving. Walking distance to your GP. Handy. Register with a GP before you need one. Waiting lists vary between practices.
4G outdoor coverage: 100%. 5G outdoor: 99.2%. Strong mobile signal across the area. 5G is widely available here. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom. Street-level signal can vary. Buildings and terrain affect actual reception. Try your handset on-site before switching provider.
Remote working score: 85/100. Good setup for working from home. Family score: 90/100. Ticks the boxes for families. Scores factor in broadband, schools, crime, and GPs. They weight each category by its relevance. A low score doesn't mean the area is bad. It means specific factors may not suit that use case. Compare scores with nearby postcodes to spot patterns.
A note on broadband providers. Ofcom data shows what's available. Not which provider to pick. Actual speeds depend on your line, your router, and your provider. Check BT, Sky, Virgin Media, and local FTTP operators. Compare deals at broadbandcompareuk.com or uSwitch. Contract lengths vary. 18 months is standard. Some offer 12. Ask about setup fees. They range from free to £50+. The area gets good real-world speeds. Most providers should deliver on their promises here.
Woburn Sands has a suburban feel. Residential streets with local shops nearby. Garden space is common. Traffic is moderate. Good balance between access and quiet.
All data on this page comes from official public sources. Ofcom publishes broadband stats yearly. Police.uk updates monthly. The Land Registry records every sale. We pull it together so you can see the full picture in one place.
Research is one thing. Being there is another. Walk around MK17 8RH at different times of day. Check if the streets feel safe after dark. Look at how well homes are maintained. Visit the nearest park or green space. These things don't show up in statistics.
That covers the key data for MK17 8RH. Visit in person before deciding. Walk the streets at different times of day. Talk to neighbours if you can. Check parking, noise levels, and local shops. The numbers give you the framework. The visit fills in the rest. Data changes over time. Bookmark this page and check back for updates.
| 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 |
Real-World Speeds at MK17 8RH
Based on 87 Ookla Speedtest results (Q4 2025)
Download
176
Mbps
Upload
89
Mbps
Latency
15
ms
Tests
87
results
Source: Ookla Speedtest Open Data (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Mobile coverage
4G & 5G coverage · Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
Networks with 4G
Cell Tower Coverage near MK17 8RH
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Area suitability scores
MK17 8RHRemote Worker
85Based 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: 11
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fulbrook | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.2 mi |
| Swallowfield Primary | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.4 mi |
| Aspley Guise Village School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.1 mi |
| Glebe Farm School | All-through | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.5 mi |
| St Mary's Wavendon CofE Primary | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.5 mi |
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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
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
Stockport
115.6 mi
by road
Ashton-under-Lyne
119.1 mi
by road
Manchester Piccadilly
121.4 mi
by road
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
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
EV charging nearby
Public EV charging points within 5 miles
BP Pulse
2.0 mi
away
BP Pulse
2.0 mi
away
BP Pulse
2.1 mi
away
BP Pulse
2.6 mi
away
Open University
2.7 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01016736
Overall IMD Decile
10 / 10
Least deprived
Ranked
29,607
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Milton Keynes 024C (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 8 | 23,637 | Above average |
| Employment | 9 | 28,525 | Least deprived |
| Education | 9 | 5 | Least deprived |
| Health | 8 | N/A | Above average |
| Crime | 8 | N/A | Above average |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Milton Keynes 024C
Population
1,419
Census 2021
Density
3739
per km² · Dense urban
Median Age
34
years (est.)
Estimated from area type (density-based); exact value requires Census TS007 age breakdown
Area info
Parish
Woburn Sands
District
Milton Keynes
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01016736
Frequently asked questions about MK17 8RH
What are the broadband speeds available at MK17 8RH?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK17 8RH. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+). Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price near MK17 8RH?
No recent house price data for MK17 8RH. Few residential sales on record, or mainly commercial properties.
What is the flood risk for properties at MK17 8RH?
MK17 8RH has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Zone 2/3 by the Environment Agency. Check the Environment Agency flood map for detailed risk information.
What schools are nearby in the MK17 8RH area?
The nearest school to MK17 8RH is Fulbrook (Secondary), 0.23 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles of this postcode.
How does crime rate in MK17 8RH compare to other areas?
In the latest month of data, 11 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is below average. The most common category was violent crime.
How suitable is MK17 8RH for remote working?
MK17 8RH scores 85/100 for remote working suitability, making it well suited for home workers. This score factors in superfast broadband coverage, full fibre availability, and mobile signal strength.
What is the mobile signal like at MK17 8RH?
4G outdoor coverage at MK17 8RH is 100%, with 5G outdoor at 99.2%. Networks available include EE, O2, Three, Vodafone. Data is at local authority level from Ofcom Connected Nations.
What is the most common energy efficiency rating for homes near MK17 8RH?
EPC data is not yet available for MK17 8RH. Energy Performance Certificates are recorded when properties are sold or rented. Check the EPC register at epc.opendatacommunities.org for individual property ratings.
What is the council tax band distribution at MK17 8RH?
The most common council tax band in Milton Keynes is Band D. Band D council tax is approximately £2237 per year. Check your exact band at gov.uk.
How accessible are GP surgeries near MK17 8RH?
The nearest GP surgery to MK17 8RH is ASPLANDS MEDICAL CENTRE, 0.1 miles away. There are 5 GP practices within reach.
What transport links are available near MK17 8RH?
The nearest train station to MK17 8RH is Stockport, 115.6 miles away. Other nearby stations include Ashton-under-Lyne (119.1 mi) and Manchester Piccadilly (121.4 mi).
Is MK17 8RH a suitable area for families?
MK17 8RH scores 90/100 for family suitability, rated very suitable. This score considers Ofsted school ratings, crime rates, flood risk, and proximity to GP surgeries.
What is the air quality like at MK17 8RH?
Air quality at MK17 8RH is rated Fair with PM2.5 levels at 1.4 µg/m³. This is close to WHO guideline levels.
How far is the nearest EV charging point from MK17 8RH?
The nearest public EV charging point to MK17 8RH is 2 miles away (BP Pulse, Type 2). There are 5 charging points within 5 miles.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK17 8RH?
Ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK17 8RH. Gigabit coverage reaches 100%. Providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators may serve this area.
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