Is MK44 1AE a safe place to live?

Yes, MK44 1AE is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 4 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of MK44 1AE?

The population for the MK44 1AE area is approximately 243 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Bedford, East of England

MK44 1AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MK44 1AE.

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Population

243

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 55,800 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: MK44 1AE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10

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6/10

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2/10

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8/10

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3/10

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9/10

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1/10

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7/10

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8/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. MK44 1AE spans multiple life stages — average age 48, moderate ownership and renting. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

MK44 1AE is a safe, established residential area located 0.0km from Knotting in Bedford. Administratively it sits within Sharnbrook ward and the North East Bedfordshire constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 48) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for MK44 1AE are sourced from Output Area E00088561 (shared with 17 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 MK44 1AE. The average age is 47.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.6%

Asian / British Asian1.2%

Black / African / Caribbean2.5%

Other / Mixed5.7%

Economic Activity

54%Active

FT: 38%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)

MK44 1AE has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Wellingborough10.9 km
Bedford Station14.3 km
Bedford14.6 km

Bus Stops

St Margaret's Church0.0 km
St Margaret's Church0.0 km