MK40 3AA is a safe, established residential area on Kimbolton Avenue, 0.7km from Putnoe in Bedford. Administratively it sits within De Parys ward and the Bedford constituency.
For renters and young professionals, MK40 3AA offers a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 54% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. Employment levels are high (45% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £630k.
Census 2021 statistics for MK40 3AA are sourced from Output Area E00088276 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KIMBOLTON AVENUE, MK40 3AA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KIMBOLTON AVENUE, MK40 3AA.
265
39
£ 49,300 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. MK40 3AA spans multiple life stages — average age 39, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK40 3AA. The average age is 38.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 147,500
2 sales · Mean £ 147,500
Detached
£ 690,000
6 sales · Mean £ 674,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
MK40 3AA has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Castle Newnham School
Castle Newnham School
St John Rigby Catholic Primary School
Goldington Academy
The Hills Academy
Hazeldene School
Brickhill Primary School
Livingstone Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
27 nearby- Peng0.9 km
- Foodbreak0.8 km
- Herd0.8 km
- La Famiglia Bedford0.8 km
- Rice Thai Restaurant0.8 km
- + 22 more
Retailers - Other
32 nearby- Chiltern Stores0.5 km
- Gill Convenience0.9 km
- Goldharts Chemist0.9 km
- Rooted Vegan Kitchen0.8 km
- The Family Bakes Company0.8 km
- + 27 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- De’Parys0.8 km
- De Parys Guest House0.8 km
- Bedford Park Guest House0.8 km
- Victoria Guest House0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Village Choice Ltd T/A Budgens0.3 km
- Lidl Food Stores0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
22 nearby- After Hours0.8 km
- Zinc Nightclub0.9 km
- Lucky 111.0 km
- The Bedford Club Restaurant0.9 km
- Executive Snooker Club1.0 km
- + 17 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Pharaohs Gold Chocolates0.8 km
- Roosters0.8 km
- Kebab-E-German1.0 km
- The New Golden Lion Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Charles Biswell Catering0.8 km
- + 9 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bedford1.0 km
- Bedford St Johns1.9 km
- Bedford Station1.9 km
Bus Stops
- St Michaels Road0.2 km
- St Michaels Road0.2 km
- Balmoral Avenue0.2 km
- St Andrews School0.4 km
- Tiverton Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: MK403AA · Data under Open Government Licence