Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

BENTLEY MEWS, SG17 5AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BENTLEY MEWS, SG17 5AY.

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Population

543

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 54,500 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG17 5AY 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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7/10
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3/10
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10/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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9/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SG17 5AY combines high owner-occupation (90%), strong property values (£630k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £630k 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

SG17 5AY is a sought-after residential area on Bentley Mews, 0.6km from Shefford Hardwick in Shefford. Administratively it sits within Shefford ward and the Mid Bedfordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SG17, SG17 5AY offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. An average age of 37 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 90% 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 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £630k. 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 5AY are sourced from Output Area E00177158 (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 SG17 5AY. The average age is 37.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.1%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 43%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 630,000

1 sales · Mean £ 630,000

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

SG17 5AY has low crime rates — 33 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 offences33
Anti-social behaviour20
Shoplifting8
Other theft7
Public order6

school Local Schools

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Robert Bloomfield Academy

Outstanding985 pupils0.1 km
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Shefford Lower School

Good509 pupils0.2 km
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Campton Academy

Outstanding121 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Co-operative Group0.4 km
  • Kirkby's Gym Ltd0.5 km
  • Rogers Bakery0.6 km
  • Lloyds Chemists plc0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

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

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Dalchini Spice0.7 km
  • Jakes American Diner0.6 km
  • Rose Buds @ Duck Lane0.5 km
  • The Sub Station0.6 km
  • Gokce Restaurant0.7 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.5 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • New Rays0.5 km
  • Shefford Kebab House0.4 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.5 km
  • Lemon Plaice0.4 km
  • New Xpress Pizza & Chicken0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Arlesey5.3 km
  • Biggleswade7.8 km
  • Letchworth Garden City9.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Scotgrange Meadow0.2 km
  • Scotgrange Meadow0.2 km
  • School Lane0.2 km
  • School Lane0.2 km
  • High Street0.5 km