MK41 0BJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Charnwood Avenue, 0.8km from Goldington in Bedford. Administratively it sits within Goldington ward and the Bedford constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, MK41 0BJ is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 35 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £243k.
Census 2021 statistics for MK41 0BJ are sourced from Output Area E00088322 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHARNWOOD AVENUE, MK41 0BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHARNWOOD AVENUE, MK41 0BJ.
337
35
£ 43,100 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: MK41 0BJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
MK41 0BJ has a significant social housing presence — 70% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK41 0BJ. The average age is 35.2. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 235,000
4 sales · Mean £ 247,000
Semi-Detached
£ 267,800
1 sales · Mean £ 267,800
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
MK41 0BJ has low crime rates — 49 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
Putnoe Primary School
Goldington Green Academy
Mark Rutherford School
The Hills Academy
Hazeldene School
Goldington Academy
Renhold VC Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Bowman Ingredients Ltd0.3 km
- B&M Store0.9 km
- Fairleys Pharmacy0.3 km
- Otter And Moose Ltd0.7 km
- Putnoe Service Station0.9 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Anchor0.9 km
- The New Sportsman0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Bomba Coffee0.8 km
- Cod Father0.3 km
- Faces0.3 km
- Tesco Family Dining Ltd1.0 km
- McDonalds Restaurants Limited0.7 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Aldi0.3 km
- Co-operative0.3 km
- Iceland0.3 km
- Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.8 km
- Tesco1.0 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Andys Chippy1.0 km
- Subway0.3 km
- Tasty Plaice0.7 km
- Yo! To Go!1.0 km
- Domino's Pizza0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bedford2.9 km
- Bedford St Johns3.8 km
- Bedford Station4.1 km
Bus Stops
- Sherwood Walk0.2 km
- Radnor Walk0.2 km
- Stainmore Road0.2 km
- Stainmore Road0.2 km
- Radnor Walk0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: MK410BJ · Data under Open Government Licence