Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

WALKERS CLOSE, SG17 5DE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WALKERS CLOSE, SG17 5DE.

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Population

529

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 54,500 /yr

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Employed

44%

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.

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9/10
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7/10
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3/10
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5/10
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4/10
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5/10
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1/10
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4/10
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3/10
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Area Character

SG17 5DE has a significant social housing presence — 36% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

home £123,200 median price shield Safety 9/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SG17 5DE is a safe, established residential area on Walkers Close, 0.4km from Shefford in Shefford. Administratively it sits within Shefford ward and the Mid Bedfordshire constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SG17 5DE 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 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 36% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £123k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for SG17 5DE are sourced from Output Area E00177206 (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 5DE. The average age is 36.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.9%
Asian / British Asian1.9%
Black / African / Caribbean2.3%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

£ 123,200

1 sales · Mean £ 123,200

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

SG17 5DE has low crime rates — 24 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 offences18
Anti-social behaviour14
Shoplifting9
Vehicle crime8
Criminal damage and arson7

school Local Schools

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Robert Bloomfield Academy

Outstanding985 pupils0.8 km
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Shefford Lower School

Good509 pupils1.0 km
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Samuel Whitbread Academy

Good1650 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

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

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Bridge0.5 km
  • The White Hart0.3 km
  • The Brewery Tap0.3 km
  • The Cornerstone0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Dalchini Spice0.4 km
  • Jakes American Diner0.4 km
  • Rose Buds @ Duck Lane0.4 km
  • The Sub Station0.4 km
  • Gokce Restaurant0.1 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • New Rays0.4 km
  • Shefford Kebab House0.6 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.4 km
  • Hong Kong House0.8 km
  • Lemon Plaice0.5 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

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

Bus Stops

  • Riverside0.2 km
  • Riverside0.3 km
  • Northbridge Street0.3 km
  • Northbridge Street0.3 km
  • High Street0.4 km