MK43 postcode
Broadband in MK43 9EY
Wootton, Bedford
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 25 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 MK43 9EY
What broadband is like here
Thinking about Wootton? MK43 9EY has 100% superfast broadband availability. But there's more to a postcode than download speeds.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
What this means
Great news — nearly homes at MK43 9EY can get superfast broadband. Top speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage sits at 100%.
Key facts for movers
- ✓The average property price at MK43 9EY is £307,333, based on 6 recorded sales. This is roughly in line with UK averages.
- ✓The nearest school to MK43 9EY is Wootton Primary School (Primary), 0.21 miles away, rated Not available by Ofsted. There are 10 schools within a few miles.
- ✓In the latest month of data, 24 crimes were reported in this area (LSOA level). This is a moderate level. The most common category was violent crime.
- ✓Flood risk at MK43 9EY is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at MK43 9EY is rated Good with PM2.5 levels at 2.9 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
4G Outdoor
4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
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Area suitability scores
MK43 9EYRemote Worker
40Based on superfast broadband coverage, FTTP %, and 4G mobile outdoor coverage.
Family
80Based on Ofsted school ratings, crime rate, flood risk, and GP surgery proximity.
Value for Money
60Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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House prices
Average price
£307,333
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
rising
Most recent sale
£333,000 on
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £333,000 | TITHE BARN ROAD | |
| £265,000 | TITHE BARN ROAD | |
| £350,000 | TITHE BARN ROAD | |
| £283,000 | TITHE BARN ROAD | |
| £350,000 | TITHE BARN ROAD | |
| £263,000 | TITHE BARN ROAD |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 24
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wootton Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.2 mi |
| Wootton Upper School | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.3 mi |
| Ridgeway School | Special | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.4 mi |
| Shelton Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.4 mi |
| Kempston Academy | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.4 mi |
| Kimberley 16 - 19 Stem College | Further Education | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.6 mi |
| Kempston Rural Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.6 mi |
| Balliol Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.7 mi |
| Greys Education Centre | Other | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.0 mi |
| Marston Vale Middle School | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.1 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
1.3 mi
by road
Stewartby
1.9 mi
by road
Millbrook (Beds)
2.9 mi
by road
GP surgeries nearby
Nearest NHS GP practices
WOOTTON VALE AND SHORTSTOWN SURGERY
new patients
HORIZON HEALTHCARE GYNAECOLOGY SERVICE
new patients
CIRCLE INTEGRATED CARE
new patients
CCSB HEALTH VISITORS
new patients
CCSB PAED COMM 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
2.0 mi
away
EV Charger
2.1 mi
away
EV Charger
2.5 mi
away
Cranfield Village Hall
3.6 mi
away
BP Pulse
3.7 mi
away
Deprivation index (IMD)
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017554
Overall IMD Decile
6 / 10
Average
Ranked
17,175
of 32,844 areas
Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 020D (2019 boundaries).
| Domain | Decile | Rank | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 4 | 12,044 | Below average |
| Employment | 5 | 13,869 | Average |
| Education | 5 | 18 | Average |
| Health | 4 | N/A | Below average |
| Crime | 8 | N/A | Above average |
Area demographics
Data for LSOA: Bedford 020D
Population
1,980
Census 2021
Density
4374
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
Wootton
District
Bedford
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01017554
Frequently asked questions about MK43 9EY
What are the broadband speeds available at MK43 9EY?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK43 9EY. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price at MK43 9EY?
Based on 6 recorded transactions, the average property price at MK43 9EY is £307,333.
What schools are near MK43 9EY?
The nearest school is Wootton Primary School (Primary), 0.21 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK43 9EY a safe area?
In the latest month of available data, 24 crimes were recorded in this LSOA area. This is a moderate level.
What is the flood risk at MK43 9EY?
MK43 9EY has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK43 9EY?
Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK43 9EY. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.
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