MK43 postcode
Broadband in MK43 9HS
Wootton, Bedford
Gigabit broadband is available at this postcode.
Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 18 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 9HS
What broadband is like here
Here's the broadband and area guide for MK43 9HS in Wootton. From internet speeds to schools and house prices, this is what the data says.
Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025
What this means
Great news — nearly homes at MK43 9HS 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 9HS is £521,250, based on 4 recorded sales. This is above the UK average of around £290,000.
- ✓The nearest school to MK43 9HS is Wootton Primary School (Primary), 0.63 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 9HS is rated Very Low (Zone 1). This means the area is not considered at significant risk of flooding.
- ✓Air quality at MK43 9HS 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
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4G Indoor
5G Outdoor
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Area suitability scores
MK43 9HSRemote 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
35Based on broadband quality relative to average house price in the area.
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House prices
Average price
£521,250
Sales (5 yrs)
Trend
falling
Most recent sale
£395,000 on
| Date | Price | Street |
|---|---|---|
| £395,000 | KEELEY LANE | |
| £420,000 | KEELEY LANE | |
| £635,000 | KEELEY LANE | |
| £635,000 | KEELEY LANE |
Crime summary
Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12Total crimes last month: 22
Schools nearby
Nearest schools within 5 miles · Ofsted ratings as at Jan 2026
| School | Type | Ofsted | Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wootton Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| Wootton Upper School | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 0.6 mi |
| Ridgeway School | Special | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.2 mi |
| Kempston Rural Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.2 mi |
| Kempston Academy | Secondary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.2 mi |
| Balliol Primary School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.5 mi |
| Greys Education Centre | Other | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.8 mi |
| Shelton Lower School | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.9 mi |
| Rivertree Free School | Special | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 1.9 mi |
| Bedford Road Primary Academy | Primary | Not available | ★★★☆☆ | 2.0 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
1.6 mi
by road
Stewartby
2.5 mi
by road
Bedford
3.3 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
1.8 mi
away
EV Charger
2.2 mi
away
EV Charger
2.7 mi
away
BP Pulse
3.4 mi
away
EV Charger
3.5 mi
away
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
Area info
Parish
Wootton
District
Bedford
Region
Constituency
LSOA
E01034425
Frequently asked questions about MK43 9HS
What are the broadband speeds available at MK43 9HS?
Superfast broadband (30Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK43 9HS. Maximum download speeds reach Gigabit (1Gbps+) Mbps. Ultrafast coverage is at 100%.
What is the average house price at MK43 9HS?
Based on 4 recorded transactions, the average property price at MK43 9HS is £521,250.
What schools are near MK43 9HS?
The nearest school is Wootton Primary School (Primary), 0.63 miles away. There are 10 schools within the surrounding area.
Is MK43 9HS 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 9HS?
MK43 9HS has a Very Low flood risk rating, classified as Zone 1 by the Environment Agency.
Can I get full fibre broadband at MK43 9HS?
Yes — ultrafast broadband (100Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK43 9HS. Full fibre and gigabit services may be available from providers like BT, Virgin Media, or local full fibre operators.
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