Postcode Analysis Bedford, East of England

MK40 4PQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MK40 4PQ.

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Population

413

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 43,600 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: MK40 4PQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. 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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5/10
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10/10
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8/10
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3/10
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9/10
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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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Area Character

MK40 4PQ has a highly multicultural community character — 63% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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

MK40 4PQ is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from Queens Park in Bedford. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Queens Park ward and the Bedford constituency.

MK40 4PQ is many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a teachers and carers in metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 34 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bedford.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for MK40 4PQ are sourced from Output Area E00088533 (shared with 10 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 4PQ. The average age is 34.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British25.4%
Asian / British Asian63.2%
Black / African / Caribbean4.3%
Other / Mixed7.2%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

Crime around MK40 4PQ is moderate at 52 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 offences180
Anti-social behaviour63
Drugs37
Other theft32
Criminal damage and arson25

school Local Schools

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Queen's Park Academy

Good417 pupils0.1 km
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St Joseph's and St Gregory's Catholic Primary School

Requires Improvement390 pupils0.3 km
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Westfield Primary School

Good200 pupils0.4 km
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Biddenham International School and Sports College

Good1260 pupils0.9 km
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Priory Primary School

Outstanding209 pupils0.9 km
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St John's School

Outstanding182 pupils1.0 km
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Great Ouse Primary Academy

Good345 pupils1.0 km
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Peter Pan Nursery School

Outstanding110 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

34 nearby
  • 7 Days Bedford Ltd0.9 km
  • Euro Off Licence0.8 km
  • Iddesleigh Road Post Office0.2 km
  • Just Meat0.3 km
  • MAS Supermarket & Post Office0.2 km
  • + 29 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • Chicken & Spice0.9 km
  • Kerbside Coffee0.6 km
  • King Peri Peri Grill0.4 km
  • Peri Peri Original1.0 km
  • Starbucks Coffee0.6 km
  • + 11 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • Dynamite0.2 km
  • Flying Pizza0.9 km
  • Romans Pizza0.8 km
  • Spicy Grill1.0 km
  • Al Jannat0.9 km
  • + 13 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Kalooki Club0.7 km
  • Kempston Park Indoor Bowls Club1.0 km
  • The Ship0.9 km
  • Sport for Bedford Ltd0.4 km
  • The Queen PH0.3 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • POD ORLEM POLSKI SKLEP0.4 km
  • Tesco0.4 km
  • M-C-N Store Limited0.8 km
  • Iceland Foods Ltd0.3 km
  • Bedford Fruit and Vegetable Ltd0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Tennyson House Hotel1.0 km
  • The Grafton0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bedford Station0.5 km
  • Bedford St Johns1.5 km
  • Bedford1.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Westbourne Centre0.1 km
  • Marlborough Road0.1 km
  • Marlborough Road0.1 km
  • Allen Close0.1 km
  • Iddesleigh Road Post Office0.2 km