MK40 3SE is a safe, established residential area on Kingsley Road, 1.3km from Fenlake in Bedford. Administratively it sits within Newnham ward and the Bedford constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in MK40, MK40 3SE offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 81% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £565k, up 9.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for MK40 3SE are sourced from Output Area E00088202 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KINGSLEY ROAD, MK40 3SE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KINGSLEY ROAD, MK40 3SE.
323
42
£ 47,300 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: MK40 3SE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
MK40 3SE is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £565k, 81% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £565k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 9.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK40 3SE. The average age is 41.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 565,000
3 sales · Mean £ 583,333
Detached
£ 385,000
1 sales · Mean £ 385,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
MK40 3SE has low crime rates — 43 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Castle Newnham School
St John Rigby Catholic Primary School
Goldington Academy
Castle Newnham School
Goldington Green Academy
King's Oak Primary School
Bedford Free School
Hazeldene School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Jays Newsagents0.5 km
- BP Newnham Avenue0.3 km
- Wendover Caffe0.5 km
- Cibi D'Italia0.6 km
- Kidmans Chemist0.4 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Russell Park Social Club0.7 km
- The White Horse0.5 km
- Fox & Hounds0.6 km
- Devonshire Arms0.3 km
- Gordon Arms0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- The Kiosk0.3 km
- Club 2000 Bingo0.3 km
- Oasis Beach Pool0.9 km
- Pizza Hut0.3 km
- Priory Marina Beefeater Restaurant0.7 km
- + 13 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Yo! To Go!0.7 km
- The New Golden Lion Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
- Lee's Takeaway0.5 km
- Papa Gigi's0.6 km
- Big Pans People0.3 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Embankment Hotel0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bedford1.0 km
- Bedford St Johns1.6 km
- Bedford Station2.3 km
Bus Stops
- Castle Road0.2 km
- Phillpott's Avenue0.3 km
- Phillpott's Avenue0.3 km
- Dudley Street0.4 km
- Hatfield Crescent West0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: MK403SE · Data under Open Government Licence