Postcode Analysis Bedford, East of England

PAULSONS CLOSE, MK44 1DG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PAULSONS CLOSE, MK44 1DG.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

386

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 55,800 /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: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, MK44 1DG combines high owner-occupation (65%), strong property values (£190k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £190k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

MK44 1DG is a sought-after residential area on Paulsons Close, 1.0km from Top End in Riseley (Bedford). Administratively it sits within Riseley ward and the North East Bedfordshire constituency.

For serious buyers, MK44 1DG is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 65% 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 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £190k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for MK44 1DG are sourced from Output Area E00088549 (shared with 23 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 1DG. The average age is 47.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 190,000

1 sales · Mean £ 190,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

MK44 1DG has low crime rates — 25 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.

Violence and sexual offences11
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Vehicle crime1
Other theft1

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Riseley CofE Primary School

Good205 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Giddy Goat0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Londis0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Fox & Hounds0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bedford13.2 km
  • Bedford Station13.2 km
  • Bedford St Johns14.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Keysoe Road0.1 km
  • Keysoe Road0.1 km
  • The Barns0.2 km
  • Bowers Lane0.3 km
  • Bowers Lane0.3 km