Postcode Analysis Bedford, East of England

CASTLE ROAD, MK40 3SP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASTLE ROAD, MK40 3SP.

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Population

261

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 47,300 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: MK40 3SP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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6/10
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3/10
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10/10
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6/10
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4/10
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9/10
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7/10
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5/10
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4/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. MK40 3SP's low deprivation rank, 65% ownership, and £455k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

MK40 3SP is a safe, established residential area on Castle Road, 1.2km from Putnoe in Bedford. Administratively it sits within Newnham ward and the Bedford constituency.

For families considering a move, MK40 3SP represents a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £455k.

Census 2021 statistics for MK40 3SP are sourced from Output Area E00088216 (shared with 8 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 MK40 3SP. The average age is 43.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British81.0%
Asian / British Asian9.5%
Black / African / Caribbean1.9%
Other / Mixed7.6%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 455,000

1 sales · Mean £ 455,000

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

MK40 3SP has low crime rates — 29 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences65
Shoplifting38
Vehicle crime26
Anti-social behaviour18
Criminal damage and arson17

school Local Schools

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Castle Newnham School

Outstanding664 pupils0.3 km
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St John Rigby Catholic Primary School

Requires Improvement368 pupils0.8 km
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Goldington Academy

Good837 pupils0.9 km
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Castle Newnham School

Good684 pupils0.9 km
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Bedford Free School

Outstanding499 pupils1.3 km
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Hazeldene School

Good436 pupils1.4 km
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The Hills Academy

Good443 pupils1.4 km
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Goldington Green Academy

Good652 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

34 nearby
  • The Kiosk0.6 km
  • Club 2000 Bingo0.6 km
  • Pizza Hut0.6 km
  • McDonalds Restaurants Ltd0.6 km
  • Peng0.2 km
  • + 29 more
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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • Cineworld0.6 km
  • Fitness First0.6 km
  • BritMal Malaysian Food Shop UK1.0 km
  • Clearance Club1.0 km
  • Jays Newsagents0.5 km
  • + 25 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Village Choice Ltd T/A Budgens0.9 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Yo! To Go!0.9 km
  • The New Golden Lion Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
  • Paella Fella Bedford1.0 km
  • Pharaohs Gold Chocolates1.0 km
  • Roosters0.9 km
  • + 6 more
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Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • After Hours0.9 km
  • Devonshire Arms0.1 km
  • Gordon Arms0.3 km
  • The Castle0.8 km
  • Three Cups Pub0.8 km
  • + 8 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Embankment Hotel0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bedford0.8 km
  • Bedford St Johns1.5 km
  • Bedford Station2.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Dudley Street0.0 km
  • Dudley Street0.1 km
  • Phillpott's Avenue0.2 km
  • Phillpott's Avenue0.2 km
  • Fox and Hounds0.3 km