MK42 0DJ is an active urban area located 1.0km from Cauldwell in Bedford. Administratively it sits within Kingsbrook ward and the Bedford constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. The daytime character shifts — urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 51% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 46% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bedford.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 123 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for MK42 0DJ are sourced from Output Area E00088449 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MK42 0DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MK42 0DJ.
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£ 42,800 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: MK42 0DJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines MK42 0DJ — 46% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK42 0DJ. The average age is 33.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around MK42 0DJ is above average at 123 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
Bedford Free School
Cherry Trees Nursery School
Shackleton Primary School
Cauldwell School
Peter Pan Nursery School
King's Oak Primary School
Priory Primary School
St John's School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
103 nearby- Oasis Beach Pool1.0 km
- Herd1.0 km
- La Famiglia Bedford1.0 km
- Rice Thai Restaurant1.0 km
- Joyes Boba Bedford Bubble Tea0.8 km
- + 98 more
Supermarkets
12 nearby- Bedford Fruit and Vegetable Ltd1.0 km
- SAS Supermarket0.8 km
- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.7 km
- Lidl Food Stores1.0 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
43 nearby- Bala Sweet Centre1.0 km
- Roosters1.0 km
- Desi Grill1.0 km
- Jemz Caribbean Take Away0.7 km
- London Sweet Centre0.8 km
- + 38 more
Retailers - Other
80 nearby- Goldharts Chemist1.0 km
- Montego’s0.8 km
- The Store1.0 km
- Bedford Halal Meat & Groceries0.3 km
- Jewson Ltd0.3 km
- + 75 more
Pub, NightClub
26 nearby- After Hours1.0 km
- Zinc Nightclub1.0 km
- Auction Room Ltd0.8 km
- Bedford Rowing Club0.4 km
- Brewhouse And Kitchen1.0 km
- + 21 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Distinct Group Ltd at The Swan Hotel0.6 km
- Mercure0.5 km
- Premier Inn0.7 km
- Embankment Hotel0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bedford St Johns0.3 km
- Bedford0.8 km
- Bedford Station1.3 km
Bus Stops
- St Johns Centre0.1 km
- Kingsway Link0.2 km
- Kingsway Link0.2 km
- Elstow Road Post Office0.2 km
- Elstow Road Post Office0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: MK420DJ · Data under Open Government Licence