MK40 3SW is a safe, established residential area on Castle Road, 1.2km from Putnoe in Bedford. Administratively it sits within Newnham ward and the Bedford constituency.
For families considering a move, MK40 3SW represents a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for MK40 3SW are sourced from Output Area E00088216 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CASTLE ROAD, MK40 3SW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASTLE ROAD, MK40 3SW.
261
43
£ 47,300 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: MK40 3SW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 65% owner-occupation and average age 43, MK40 3SW has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK40 3SW. The average age is 43.3. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
MK40 3SW has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. 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
Castle Newnham School
Goldington Academy
Bedford Free School
Hazeldene School
The Hills Academy
Goldington Green Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
17 nearby- Executive Snooker Club1.0 km
- After Hours0.8 km
- Zinc Nightclub1.0 km
- Devonshire Arms0.1 km
- Gordon Arms0.2 km
- + 12 more
Restaurant, Cafe
44 nearby- Amici Restaurant1.0 km
- Chef Beijing1.0 km
- Kokoblack1.0 km
- The Kiosk0.6 km
- Club 2000 Bingo0.7 km
- + 39 more
Retailers - Other
32 nearby- Cineworld0.6 km
- Fitness First0.7 km
- BritMal Malaysian Food Shop UK0.9 km
- Clearance Club0.9 km
- Goldharts Chemist1.0 km
- + 27 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Village Choice Ltd T/A Budgens0.9 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Lidl Food Stores1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Yo! To Go!0.9 km
- The New Golden Lion Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
- Paella Fella Bedford0.9 km
- Pharaohs Gold Chocolates0.9 km
- Roosters0.8 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Embankment Hotel0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bedford0.7 km
- Bedford St Johns1.5 km
- Bedford Station2.0 km
Bus Stops
- Dudley Street0.0 km
- Dudley Street0.0 km
- Phillpott's Avenue0.2 km
- Howbury Street0.2 km
- Phillpott's Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: MK403SW · Data under Open Government Licence