Postcode Analysis Bedford, East of England

MK42 0DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MK42 0DJ.

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Population

302

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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

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5/10
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10/10
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7/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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3/10
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10/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British53.8%
Asian / British Asian30.2%
Black / African / Caribbean6.0%
Other / Mixed10.0%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences151
Shoplifting120
Anti-social behaviour110
Public order54
Drugs36

school Local Schools

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Bedford Free School

Outstanding499 pupils0.4 km
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Cherry Trees Nursery School

Outstanding151 pupils0.7 km
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Shackleton Primary School

Good467 pupils0.7 km
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Cauldwell School

Good410 pupils0.9 km
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Peter Pan Nursery School

Outstanding110 pupils0.9 km
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King's Oak Primary School

Good702 pupils1.1 km
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Priory Primary School

Outstanding209 pupils1.2 km
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St John's School

Outstanding182 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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