MK41 0AY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Nutwood Close, 0.9km from Goldington in Bedford. Administratively it sits within Goldington ward and the Bedford constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, MK41 0AY is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 35 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 63 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £150k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for MK41 0AY are sourced from Output Area E00088322 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NUTWOOD CLOSE, MK41 0AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NUTWOOD CLOSE, MK41 0AY.
337
35
£ 43,100 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: MK41 0AY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
MK41 0AY has a significant social housing presence — 70% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 35-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK41 0AY. The average age is 35.2. 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 dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 150,000
1 sales · Mean £ 150,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around MK41 0AY is moderate at 63 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
Putnoe Primary School
Goldington Green Academy
Mark Rutherford School
Renhold VC Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Bowman Ingredients Ltd0.1 km
- B&M Store0.9 km
- Fairleys Pharmacy0.5 km
- Go Outdoors0.8 km
- Otter And Moose Ltd0.5 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Anchor0.9 km
- The New Sportsman1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Bomba Coffee0.6 km
- Cod Father0.5 km
- Faces0.5 km
- Tesco Family Dining Ltd1.0 km
- McDonalds Restaurants Limited0.6 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Aldi0.5 km
- Co-operative0.5 km
- Iceland0.5 km
- Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.7 km
- Tesco1.0 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Subway0.5 km
- Tasty Plaice0.9 km
- Yo! To Go!1.0 km
- Domino's Pizza0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bedford3.1 km
- Bedford St Johns4.0 km
- Bedford Station4.3 km
Bus Stops
- Leighfield Close0.1 km
- Stainmore Road0.2 km
- Stainmore Road0.2 km
- Radnor Walk0.2 km
- Radnor Walk0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: MK410AY · Data under Open Government Licence