Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

CLIFTON ROAD, SG17 5AG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLIFTON ROAD, SG17 5AG.

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Population

335

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 54,500 /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: SG17 5AG 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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5/10
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5/10
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2/10
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8/10
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2/10
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8/10
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3/10
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8/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SG17 5AG combines high owner-occupation (82%), strong property values (£319k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending down 16.3% year-on-year.

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

SG17 5AG is a sought-after residential area on Clifton Road, 0.7km from Shefford in Shefford. Administratively it sits within Shefford ward and the Mid Bedfordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SG17, SG17 5AG offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 82% 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 £319k, down 16.3% year-on-year. 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 SG17 5AG are sourced from Output Area E00088066 (shared with 5 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 SG17 5AG. The average age is 43.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.5%
Asian / British Asian0.9%
Black / African / Caribbean2.7%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 286,250

24 sales · Mean £ 318,500

Detached

£ 432,500

4 sales · Mean £ 435,500

Semi-Detached

£ 381,500

4 sales · Mean £ 406,000

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

SG17 5AG 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 offences32
Anti-social behaviour14
Criminal damage and arson12
Vehicle crime6
Drugs4

school Local Schools

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Samuel Whitbread Academy

Good1650 pupils0.5 km
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Robert Bloomfield Academy

Outstanding985 pupils1.1 km
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Shefford Lower School

Good509 pupils1.4 km
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Clifton All Saints Academy

Good163 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Co-operative Group0.9 km
  • Kirkby's Gym Ltd0.7 km
  • Rogers Bakery0.7 km
  • Lloyds Chemists plc0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Bridge0.8 km
  • The White Hart0.6 km
  • The Brewery Tap0.7 km
  • The Cornerstone0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Dalchini Spice0.6 km
  • Jakes American Diner0.7 km
  • Rose Buds @ Duck Lane0.7 km
  • The Sub Station0.6 km
  • Gokce Restaurant0.8 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • New Rays0.8 km
  • Shefford Kebab House0.9 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.8 km
  • Hong Kong House0.1 km
  • Lemon Plaice0.9 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Arlesey4.2 km
  • Biggleswade6.9 km
  • Letchworth Garden City9.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Purcell Way0.0 km
  • Purcell Way0.0 km
  • The Steamer0.2 km
  • The Steamer0.2 km
  • Shefford Health Centre0.3 km