MK44 postcode

Broadband in MK44 3EA

Roxton, Bedford

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Free, independent comparison · Ofcom verified data · Updated 22 March 2026

Flood Risk

Medium

Fibre (FTTP)

No

Best speed

Superfast (30Mbps+)

Reviewed by Arthur TuringData last verified: 22 March 2026

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Each person on calls needs around 10 Mbps.

Competitive gaming needs low latency as much as raw speed.

Cameras, thermostats, speakers and similar devices each use a few Mbps.

Estimated speed needed14 Mbps

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Broadband availability

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 (Jul 2025)

TechnologyAvailableCoverageTypical Speed
Standard (ADSL)100%
100%
10-20 Mbps
Superfast (30+ Mbps)100%
100%
30-80 Mbps
Ultrafast (100+ Mbps)0%
0%
100-300 Mbps
Full Fibre (FTTP)N/A
N/A
300-900 Mbps
Gigabit0%
0%
900-1,000 Mbps

Speed Distribution at MK44 3EA

100%
30–300 Mbps (100%)

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Digital Divide at MK44 3EA

Below USO (can't get 10/1 Mbps)0%
Unable to receive 30 Mbps (no superfast)0%
Next Generation Access (NGA) coverage100%

Fibre-to-cabinet or better

Decent broadband via Fixed Wireless (FWA)0%

Source: Ofcom Connected Nations 2025

Cell Tower Coverage near MK44 3EA

No cell towers found within 2 km. Mobile signal may be weak in this area.

Source: OpenStreetMap Contributors

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

House prices

Average price

£368,750

Sales (5 yrs)

Trend

falling

Most recent sale

£370,000 on

DatePriceStreet
£370,000HIGH STREET
£275,000HIGH STREET
£337,500HIGH STREET
£315,000HIGH STREET
£470,000HIGH STREET
£445,000HIGH STREET

Crime summary

Based on Police.uk data for 2025-12

Total crimes last month: 1

other crime100%1

Schools nearby

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

SchoolTypeOfstedRatingDistance
Roxton Church of England AcademyPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆0.1 mi
John Donne Church of England Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.1 mi
Great Barford Church of England Primary AcademyPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.2 mi
Maple Tree Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.8 mi
Bushmead Primary SchoolPrimaryNot available★★★☆☆2.9 mi

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Flood risk

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

Environment Agency flood risk data

Air quality

Particulate matter & nitrogen dioxide levels

Fair air quality

Air quality data not available.

PM2.5 (fine particles)2.5 μg/m³

WHO guideline: 15 μg/m³

PM10 (coarse particles) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 45 μg/m³

NO₂ (nitrogen dioxide) μg/m³

WHO guideline: 25 μg/m³

Open-Meteo Air Quality API · Guidelines: WHO 2021

Area demographics

Data for LSOA: Bedford 004D

Population

1,435

Census 2021

Density

45

per km² · Rural

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)

Deprivation index (IMD)

English Indices of Deprivation 2019 · LSOA: E01017542

Overall IMD Decile

5 / 10

Average

Ranked

14,369

of 32,844 areas

Decile 10 = least deprived 10% of England. Decile 1 = most deprived 10%. Based on Bedford 004D (2019 boundaries).

DomainDecileRankAssessment
Income719,773Above average
Employment617,254Average
Education711Above average
Health8N/AAbove average
Crime7N/AAbove average
English Indices of Deprivation 2019 (MHCLG)

Transport links

Nearest train stations and towns

Nearest train stations

No train stations found within 15 miles

NaPTAN · Straight-line distances

EV charging nearby

Public EV charging points within 5 miles

Wyboston Supercharger

CCS10 pointsTesla

1.9 mi

away

🔋

Wyboston Lakes Destination Charging

Type 24 points

2.1 mi

away

🔋

Pod Point

Type 22 points

3.7 mi

away

🔋

EV Charger

Type 250 points

6.1 mi

away

🔋

bp

Type 22 points

6.8 mi

away

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

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

GP surgeries nearby

Nearest NHS GP practices

1

GREAT BARFORD SURGERY

MK44 3HX·2.2 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

2

GPSI DERMATOLOGY SERV EATON SOCON HUNTS

PE19 8BB·3.3 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

3

SANDY HEALTH CENTRE

SG19 1JQ·3.6 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

4

ST. JOHN'S CARE HOME

MK44 3RJ·3.6 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

5

SANDHILLS PCN HUB

SG19 1JQ·3.6 miles away
Not accepting

new patients

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Living near MK44 3EA

Roxton is home to MK44 3EA. 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.

Superfast coverage here stands at 100%. Nationally, 93% of UK premises have access. Coverage at this postcode is strong. The maximum download speed recorded is Superfast (30Mbps+). That is around the UK real-world average of 69 Mbps.

Looking at the full speed profile for MK44 3EA gives a better picture of what to expect. 100% of connections fall in the 30 to 300 Mbps range. No premises here are stuck below 5 Mbps. Every property meets the basic threshold for video calls.

Here is how the broadband at MK44 3EA maps against common household needs. Streaming is possible but may stutter at busy times. SD quality is more reliable than HD here. Remote workers may find speeds limiting during peak hours. A wired ethernet connection helps with consistency.

Fixed Wireless Access is not currently available at MK44 3EA. For properties without fibre, 4G or 5G home broadband from Three, EE, or Vodafone may be an alternative.

The USO guarantees every UK home at least 10 Mbps. At MK44 3EA, 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.

The nearest tower is 15.1 km away.

Property at MK44 3EA averages £368,750, which is above the UK average of around £290,000. This is based on 6 recorded transactions from Land Registry data.

In the latest month of data, 1 offences were recorded in this LSOA area. That is relatively low for England and Wales. The most common category was other crime. Data comes from Police.uk at LSOA level. One month is a snapshot, not a trend.

Roxton Church of England Academy is the closest school at 0.12 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 MK44 3EA 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 2.5 micrograms per cubic metre.

The LSOA covering MK44 3EA has a population of approximately 1435. Median age is 42. That is close to the national median of 40.

Stockport station is the closest rail link at 115.2 miles from MK44 3EA. The station is some distance away. Consider driving, or check for direct bus routes. Ashton-under-Lyne is the next closest at 117.7 miles. Manchester Piccadilly offers another option at 120.8 miles.

The most common council tax band near MK44 3EA is Band C. The billing authority is Bedford. The three most common bands are C (28%), D (24%), B (18%). Band C corresponds to 1991 property values of £52,001 to £68,000. Current values are typically much higher. The spread across mid-range bands suggests a varied housing stock.

4G outdoor coverage at MK44 3EA reaches 100%. Indoor 4G drops to 99.7%. Indoor coverage is close to outdoor levels. Signal should be reliable throughout the building. 5G outdoor coverage is at 98.9%. 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 MK44 3EA: remote working 40/100, family 85/100, value 60/100. Remote workers may want to verify actual speeds before committing.

The local authority for MK44 3EA is Bedford. The immediate area is Roxton, a distinct community within the wider district. The MK44 postcode area contains 659 postcodes on this site. Superfast broadband across MK44 ranges from 0% to 100%. MK44 3EA is above the area average of 80%.

How does MK44 3EA compare to its neighbours? MK44 3EF (0.03 miles, Roxton) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. MK44 3FJ (0.07 miles, Roxton) has 100% superfast coverage and 100% gigabit. MK44 3ER (0.11 miles, Roxton) has 100% superfast coverage and 0% gigabit. MK44 3DR (0.11 miles, Roxton) has 100% superfast coverage and 66.7% gigabit. Coverage is broadly similar across these neighbouring postcodes.

Not every property at MK44 3EA gets the same speeds. Run a postcode check with each provider before signing up. Headline speeds are not guarantees. 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 MK44 3EA, here is what stands out. Connectivity at MK44 3EA is a strength. Strong broadband coverage gives flexibility for both working and leisure. The area scores well on that front. Bedford 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. Roxton 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 Roxton. 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 MK44 3EA in Roxton. 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 MK44 3EA

What are the broadband speeds available at MK44 3EA?

Superfast broadband (30 Mbps+) is available to 100% of premises at MK44 3EA. Maximum download speeds reach Superfast (30Mbps+).

What is the average house price near MK44 3EA?

The average property price at MK44 3EA is £368,750, based on 6 recorded transactions.

What is the flood risk for properties at MK44 3EA?

MK44 3EA has a Medium flood risk rating, classified as Zone 2/3. Check Environment Agency maps for detail.

What schools are nearby in the MK44 3EA area?

The nearest school is Roxton Church of England Academy (Primary), 0.12 miles away. There are 5 schools within a few miles.

How does crime rate in MK44 3EA compare to other areas?

1 offences were recorded in this LSOA area in the latest month. This is relatively low.

How suitable is MK44 3EA for remote working?

MK44 3EA scores 40/100 for remote working suitability. Speeds may limit video-heavy workflows.

What is the mobile signal like at MK44 3EA?

4G outdoor coverage at MK44 3EA is 100%. 5G reaches 98.9%. Indoor coverage may be lower.

What is the most common energy efficiency rating near MK44 3EA?

EPC data for MK44 3EA is being updated. Check the EPC register for individual property ratings.

What is the council tax band distribution at MK44 3EA?

The most common council tax band near MK44 3EA is Band C. The billing authority is Bedford.

How accessible are GP surgeries near MK44 3EA?

GP surgery data for MK44 3EA is being updated. Check NHS.uk for the latest.

What transport links are available near MK44 3EA?

The nearest train station to MK44 3EA is Stockport, 115.2 miles away. Ashton-under-Lyne is also nearby.

Is MK44 3EA a suitable area for families?

MK44 3EA scores 85/100 for family suitability. Good schools and low crime contribute to a high score.

What is the air quality like at MK44 3EA?

Air quality at MK44 3EA is rated Fair. PM2.5 levels are 2.5 micrograms per cubic metre. Sensitive individuals should take note.

How far is the nearest EV charging point from MK44 3EA?

EV charging data for MK44 3EA is being updated. Check Zap-Map for the latest.

Can I get full fibre broadband at MK44 3EA?

Full fibre availability at MK44 3EA is being updated. Check Openreach for the latest rollout status.

Area suitability scores

MK44 3EA

Remote Worker

40

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

Family

85

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

Value for Money

60

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

Map

Area info

Parish

Roxton

District

Bedford

Region

Constituency

LSOA

E01017542

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