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Broadband in MK43 9AL

Wootton, Bedford

Standard broadband is the main option at this postcode.

Best speedBasic only
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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 24 March 2026

Flood Risk

Very Low

Fibre (FTTP)

TBC

Best speed

Basic only

Reviewed by Arthur TuringData last verified: 24 March 2026

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

Living near MK43 9AL

What broadband is like here

Looking at broadband in MK43 9AL? Here's what you need to know about internet speeds, local amenities, and life in Wootton.

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

What this means

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Key facts for movers

  • No recent house price data is available for MK43 9AL. This can happen in areas with very few residential sales.
  • The nearest school to MK43 9AL is Wootton Upper School (Secondary), 0.72 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
  • In the latest month of data, 22 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is a moderate level. The most common category was violent crime.
  • Flood risk at MK43 9AL is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
  • Air quality at MK43 9AL is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 2.9 µg/m³. This is within healthy limits.
TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)0%
0%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)0%
0%
TBC
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)0%
0%
TBC
Full Fibre (FTTP)N/A
N/A
TBC
Gigabit0%
0%
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

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Area suitability scores

MK43 9AL

Remote Worker

35

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

Family

80

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

Value for Money

50

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

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Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 22

violent crime64%14
anti social behaviour18%4
other theft9%2
public order5%1
vehicle crime5%1

Schools nearby

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

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Wootton Upper SchoolSecondaryNot available★★★☆☆0.7 mi
Wootton Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.2 mi
Shelton Lower SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.5 mi
Kempston Rural Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆1.9 mi
Ridgeway SchoolSpecialNot available★★★☆☆2.0 mi
Kempston AcademySecondaryNot available★★★☆☆2.1 mi
Kimberley 16 - 19 Stem CollegeFurther EducationNot available★★★☆☆2.3 mi
Balliol Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.3 mi
Greys Education CentreOtherNot available★★★☆☆2.6 mi
Rivertree Free SchoolSpecialNot available★★★☆☆2.7 mi

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Flood risk

Zone 1

🟢

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

Environment Agency / getthedata.com Open Flood Risk by Postcode

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

2.3 mi

by road

🚂

Stewartby

2.6 mi

by road

🚂

Millbrook (Beds)

3.4 mi

by road

Haversine calculation from postcode coordinates · Straight-line distances

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

WOOTTON VALE AND SHORTSTOWN SURGERY

MK43 9JJ·1.3 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

HORIZON HEALTHCARE GYNAECOLOGY SERVICE

MK43 9JJ·1.3 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

CIRCLE INTEGRATED CARE

MK42 7NY·2.4 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

CCSB HEALTH VISITORS

MK42 7PN·2.5 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

CCSB PAED COMM NURSING

MK42 7PN·2.5 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

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Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

Good air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles)2.9 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles)7.4 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide)1.9 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

2.6 mi

away

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EV Charger

Type 2

2.6 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 2

3.0 mi

away

🔋

Cranfield Village Hall

Type 25 points

3.1 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 22 points

3.6 mi

away

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

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: Bedford 020E

Population

1,884

Census 2021

Density

251

per km² · Suburban

Median Age

42

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

Wootton

District

Bedford

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01034425

Frequently asked questions about MK43 9AL

What are the broadband speeds available at MK43 9AL?

Broadband is available at MK43 9AL. Contact local providers for specific speed information.

What schools are near MK43 9AL?

The nearest school is Wootton Upper School (Secondary), 0.72 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.

Is MK43 9AL a safe area?

In the latest month of available data, 22 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is a moderate level.

What is the flood risk at MK43 9AL?

MK43 9AL has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.

Can I get full fibre broadband at MK43 9AL?

Ultrafast availability data is being updated. Check with providers like BT, Virgin Media, or Openreach for the latest full fibre rollout status at MK43 9AL.

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