MK40 4TH is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Cameron Crescent, 0.9km from Queens Park in Bedford. Administratively it sits within Queens Park ward and the Bedford constituency.
For families considering a move, MK40 4TH represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 29) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 41% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bedford.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 83 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £510k, down 9.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for MK40 4TH are sourced from Output Area E00183506 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CAMERON CRESCENT, MK40 4TH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CAMERON CRESCENT, MK40 4TH.
607
29
£ 43,600 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: MK40 4TH is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
MK40 4TH is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £510k, 70% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £510k. Property prices are trending down 9.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK40 4TH. The average age is 29.1. 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: Predominantly a younger crowd. The neighborhood has a significantly lower average age than the national baseline.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 554,995
36 sales · Mean £ 526,592
Semi-Detached
£ 325,995
2 sales · Mean £ 325,995
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around MK40 4TH is moderate at 83 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Great Ouse Primary Academy
Biddenham International School and Sports College
Westfield Primary School
St Joseph's and St Gregory's Catholic Primary School
Edith Cavell Primary School
Queen's Park Academy
St James' CofE Academy
Livingstone Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Tennyson House Hotel0.8 km
- Verve Hotel0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- A Different Brew0.7 km
- Dudu Bar Restaurant and Lounge0.9 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- J Sainsbury Plc (Petrol station Shop)0.7 km
- J Sainsbury Plc (Main Store)0.7 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.7 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Argos Ltd0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Brewpoint0.7 km
- Kalooki Club0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bedford Station1.2 km
- Bedford2.3 km
- Bedford St Johns2.4 km
Bus Stops
- Biddenham Turn0.3 km
- Biddenham Turn0.3 km
- Day's Lane0.4 km
- St Gregory's R Middle School0.4 km
- St Gregory's R Middle School0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: MK404TH · Data under Open Government Licence