Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

OSBORN CRESCENT, SG17 5BT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OSBORN CRESCENT, SG17 5BT.

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Population

142

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 54,500 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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7/10
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5/10
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3/10
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7/10
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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 46% of tenure in SG17 5BT — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.

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

SG17 5BT is a sought-after residential area on Osborn Crescent, 0.4km from Shefford in Shefford. Administratively it sits within Shefford ward and the Mid Bedfordshire constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SG17 5BT is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The community skews young professional (average age 35) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 46% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £260k. 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 5BT are sourced from Output Area E00177104 (shared with 4 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 5BT. The average age is 35.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.1%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed7.2%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 260,000

1 sales · Mean £ 260,000

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

SG17 5BT has low crime rates — 48 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting74
Violence and sexual offences42
Anti-social behaviour28
Other theft9
Public order9

school Local Schools

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Robert Bloomfield Academy

Outstanding985 pupils0.1 km
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Shefford Lower School

Good509 pupils0.4 km
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Campton Academy

Outstanding121 pupils1.4 km
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Samuel Whitbread Academy

Good1650 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Co-operative Group0.2 km
  • Kirkby's Gym Ltd0.3 km
  • Rogers Bakery0.4 km
  • Lloyds Chemists plc0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Bridge0.2 km
  • The White Hart0.5 km
  • The Brewery Tap0.5 km
  • The Cornerstone0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Dalchini Spice0.4 km
  • Jakes American Diner0.4 km
  • Rose Buds @ Duck Lane0.3 km
  • The Sub Station0.4 km
  • Gokce Restaurant0.6 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.3 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • New Rays0.3 km
  • Shefford Kebab House0.2 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.3 km
  • Lemon Plaice0.2 km
  • New Xpress Pizza & Chicken0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Arlesey5.1 km
  • Biggleswade7.6 km
  • Letchworth Garden City9.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Scotgrange Meadow0.1 km
  • Scotgrange Meadow0.1 km
  • High Street0.3 km
  • Morrison Supermarket0.3 km
  • High Street0.4 km