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.
CASTLE ROAD, MK40 3SP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASTLE ROAD, MK40 3SP.
261
43
£ 47,300 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: MK40 3SP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Castle Newnham School
St John Rigby Catholic Primary School
Goldington Academy
Castle Newnham School
Bedford Free School
Hazeldene School
The Hills Academy
Goldington Green Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Village Choice Ltd T/A Budgens0.9 km
- Tesco0.9 km
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
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, 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
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Postcode Profile: MK403SP · Data under Open Government Licence