Postcode Analysis Bedford, East of England

BOWERS LANE, MK44 1DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BOWERS LANE, MK44 1DL.

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

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, MK44 1DL combines high owner-occupation (95%), strong property values (£660k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

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

For serious buyers, MK44 1DL is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 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 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £660k. 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 1DL 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 1DL. 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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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 560,000

2 sales · Mean £ 560,000

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

MK44 1DL has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences11
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
Other theft1

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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
  • Londis0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Fox & Hounds0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bedford13.2 km
  • Bedford Station13.3 km
  • Bedford St Johns14.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Bowers Lane0.1 km
  • Bowers Lane0.2 km
  • Keysoe Road0.4 km
  • Keysoe Road0.4 km
  • Margaret Beaufort School0.4 km