Postcode Analysis Bedford, East of England

DODDS CLOSE, MK44 1DH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DODDS CLOSE, MK44 1DH.

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Population

288

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 55,800 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: MK44 1DH 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.

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4/10
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9/10
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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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10/10
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6/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. MK44 1DH's low deprivation rank, 95% ownership, and £275k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

MK44 1DH is a sought-after residential area on Dodds Close, 1.2km from Top End in Riseley (Bedford). Administratively it sits within Riseley ward and the North East Bedfordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in MK44, MK44 1DH offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 95% 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 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £275k. 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 1DH are sourced from Output Area E00088551 (shared with 11 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 1DH. The average age is 50.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 267,000

7 sales · Mean £ 272,285

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

MK44 1DH has low crime rates — 26 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

school Local Schools

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Riseley CofE Primary School

Good205 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Giddy Goat0.2 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Londis0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Fox & Hounds0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bedford13.3 km
  • Bedford Station13.3 km
  • Bedford St Johns14.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Bowers Lane0.1 km
  • Bowers Lane0.1 km
  • Keysoe Road0.3 km
  • Keysoe Road0.3 km
  • The Barns0.4 km