MK43 0DJ is a sought-after residential area on Townsend Close, 0.1km from West End in Cranfield. Administratively it sits within Cranfield and Marston Moretaine ward and the Mid Bedfordshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in MK43, MK43 0DJ offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 74% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (45% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £375k.
Census 2021 statistics for MK43 0DJ are sourced from Output Area E00177054 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TOWNSEND CLOSE, MK43 0DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TOWNSEND CLOSE, MK43 0DJ.
583
36
£ 56,000 /yr
61%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: MK43 0DJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. MK43 0DJ spans multiple life stages — average age 36, moderate ownership and renting. £375k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK43 0DJ. The average age is 35.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 350,000
8 sales · Mean £ 356,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
MK43 0DJ has low crime rates — 16 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.
school Local Schools
Cranfield Church of England Academy
Holywell School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Co-operative Group0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Cross Keys1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Cranfield Spice0.3 km
- The Golden House1.0 km
- Mr Fish1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Fill Your Cup0.7 km
- Gurkha Kitchen Cranfield UK Ltd/The Swan0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ridgmont4.6 km
- Lidlington4.7 km
- Aspley Guise5.2 km
Bus Stops
- Townsend Close0.0 km
- Townsend Close0.1 km
- Lodge Road0.2 km
- Lodge Road0.3 km
- War Memorial0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: MK430DJ · Data under Open Government Licence