MK40 4UF is a sought-after residential area on Grayling Meadow, 0.7km from Biddenham in Bedford. Administratively it sits within Bromham and Biddenham ward and the North East Bedfordshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in MK40, MK40 4UF offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 29 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 89% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (50% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £570k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for MK40 4UF are sourced from Output Area E00183474 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GRAYLING MEADOW, MK40 4UF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRAYLING MEADOW, MK40 4UF.
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29
£ 60,900 /yr
59%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: MK40 4UF 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
A sought-after, premium postcode. MK40 4UF's low deprivation rank, 89% ownership, and £570k 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 4UF. The average age is 29.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Energetic but invested. You'll find a high concentration of young adults who own their homes, creating a stable but youthful environment.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 565,000
5 sales · Mean £ 558,997
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
MK40 4UF has low crime rates — 35 incidents 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
St James' CofE Academy
Biddenham International School and Sports College
Great Ouse Primary Academy
Westfield Primary School
St Joseph's and St Gregory's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Restaurant at The Three Tuns0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Three Tuns0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bedford Station2.0 km
- Bedford St Johns3.1 km
- Bedford3.2 km
Bus Stops
- Deep Spinney0.2 km
- Deep Spinney0.2 km
- Day's Lane0.5 km
- Gold Lane0.5 km
- Gold Lane0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: MK404UF · Data under Open Government Licence