Postcode Analysis Bedford, East of England

EVANS CROFT, MK42 0AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EVANS CROFT, MK42 0AP.

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Population

358

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: MK42 0AP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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9/10
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6/10
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2/10
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7/10
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8/10
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3/10
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2/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

MK42 0AP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 39, 80% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 15.6% year-on-year.

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

MK42 0AP is a safe, established residential area on Evans Croft, 0.3km from Shortstown in Shortstown. Administratively it sits within Eastcotts ward and the North East Bedfordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in MK42, MK42 0AP offers a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 80% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £313k, up 15.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for MK42 0AP are sourced from Output Area E00183501 (shared with 8 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 MK42 0AP. The average age is 39.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British78.8%
Asian / British Asian9.2%
Black / African / Caribbean4.2%
Other / Mixed7.8%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 285,000

11 sales · Mean £ 275,272

Semi-Detached

£ 290,000

10 sales · Mean £ 284,650

Detached

£ 324,000

2 sales · Mean £ 324,000

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

MK42 0AP has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences13
Other theft7
Public order5
Vehicle crime4
Other crime4

school Local Schools

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Shortstown Primary School

Good469 pupils0.7 km
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Elstow School

Good418 pupils0.8 km
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Bedford Academy

Good1264 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • JK Superstore Limited0.6 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Best Stop Convenience Store0.8 km
  • McColls0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Shortstown Food Bar0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bedford St Johns2.8 km
  • Bedford3.3 km
  • Bedford Station4.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Blenheim Road0.2 km
  • Halifax Road0.4 km
  • Concorde Close0.4 km