Postcode Analysis Bedford, East of England

CHURCH LANE, MK41 0AW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHURCH LANE, MK41 0AW.

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Population

320

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 43,100 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: MK41 0AW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10
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4/10
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7/10
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8/10
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3/10
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9/10
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5/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, MK41 0AW combines high owner-occupation (62%), strong property values (£488k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 26.8% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

MK41 0AW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Church Lane, 0.5km from Goldington in Bedford. Administratively it sits within Goldington ward and the Bedford constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bedford.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £488k, down 26.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for MK41 0AW are sourced from Output Area E00088304 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK41 0AW. The average age is 36.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British69.0%
Asian / British Asian9.7%
Black / African / Caribbean10.3%
Other / Mixed11.0%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 488,750

4 sales · Mean £ 459,625

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

MK41 0AW has low crime rates — 42 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.

Violence and sexual offences93
Anti-social behaviour36
Drugs27
Other theft25
Criminal damage and arson19

school Local Schools

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Putnoe Primary School

Good516 pupils0.7 km
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Goldington Green Academy

Good652 pupils0.7 km
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Goldington Academy

Good837 pupils1.2 km
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Hazeldene School

Good436 pupils1.2 km
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The Hills Academy

Good443 pupils1.2 km
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Mark Rutherford School

Good1317 pupils1.3 km
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St John Rigby Catholic Primary School

Requires Improvement368 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Bowman Ingredients Ltd0.6 km
  • B&M Store0.8 km
  • Fairleys Pharmacy0.5 km
  • Otter And Moose Ltd0.8 km
  • Premier & Post Office Store0.8 km
  • + 12 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Anchor0.6 km
  • The New Sportsman0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Bomba Coffee0.9 km
  • Cod Father0.5 km
  • Faces0.5 km
  • Tesco Family Dining Ltd0.8 km
  • Cloverdale Retreat (Cafe)0.8 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Aldi0.5 km
  • Co-operative0.5 km
  • Iceland0.5 km
  • Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.7 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Andys Chippy0.7 km
  • Subway0.5 km
  • Tasty Plaice0.3 km
  • Yo! To Go!0.8 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.6 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bedford2.5 km
  • Bedford St Johns3.4 km
  • Bedford Station3.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Elliot Crescent0.0 km
  • Elliot Crescent0.1 km
  • Vicar's Walk0.1 km
  • Vicar's Walk0.1 km
  • Cheltenham Close0.2 km