Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

HIGHLANDS, MK45 1DN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHLANDS, MK45 1DN.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

426

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 48,200 /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: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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4/10
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2/10
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8/10
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6/10
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7/10
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10/10
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4/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. MK45 1DN's 51% ownership and 42-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

MK45 1DN is a sought-after residential area on Highlands, 0.2km from Flitwick in Flitwick. Administratively it sits within Flitwick ward and the Mid Bedfordshire constituency.

The people who live in MK45 1DN are typical of an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £570k. 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 MK45 1DN are sourced from Output Area E00087876 (shared with 13 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 MK45 1DN. The average age is 41.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.2%
Asian / British Asian4.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed5.9%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 465,000

4 sales · Mean £ 482,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

MK45 1DN has low crime rates — 30 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 offences42
Anti-social behaviour29
Criminal damage and arson16
Public order16
Shoplifting15

school Local Schools

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Templefield Lower School

Good286 pupils0.2 km
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Kingsmoor Lower School

Good178 pupils0.4 km
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Woodland Middle School Academy

Good660 pupils0.5 km
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Flitwick Lower School

Good308 pupils0.6 km
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Redborne Upper School and Community College

Good1636 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Budgen's0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Flitwick Bowls Club0.3 km
  • The Blackbirds0.5 km
  • The Bumble Bee0.5 km
  • The Crown0.7 km
  • The Swan0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.1 km
  • Indian Lodge0.3 km
  • Olive Naturally Indian0.1 km
  • Spice0.8 km
  • Bozzys0.9 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Brookes Fish & Chips0.2 km
  • China Inn Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
  • Mayflower0.8 km
  • Best Kebabs0.2 km
  • Cravin Coffee0.2 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Flitwick0.2 km
  • Harlington4.8 km
  • Lidlington6.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Post Office0.1 km
  • Post Office0.1 km
  • Transport Interchange0.2 km
  • Transport Interchange0.2 km
  • Flitwick Rail Station0.2 km