MK42 0AZ is a safe, established residential area on Leiston Close, 0.4km from Fenlake in Bedford. Administratively it sits within Kingsbrook ward and the Bedford constituency.
MK42 0AZ is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a teachers and carers in metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 37) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. The area has a notably diverse population — 37% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bedford.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £328k, up 22.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for MK42 0AZ are sourced from Output Area E00088456 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LEISTON CLOSE, MK42 0AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEISTON CLOSE, MK42 0AZ.
335
37
£ 42,800 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
MK42 0AZ is an established family neighbourhood — 54% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £328k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 22.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK42 0AZ. The average age is 36.9. 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 dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 350,000
2 sales · Mean £ 350,000
Terraced
£ 244,500
2 sales · Mean £ 244,500
Detached
£ 299,950
1 sales · Mean £ 299,950
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
MK42 0AZ has low crime rates — 39 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
King's Oak Primary School
Bedford Academy
Elstow School
Shackleton Primary School
Cherry Trees Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Hewingtons1.0 km
- Alem-Cash & Carry Ltd0.6 km
- Avidlite0.4 km
- Barnett Food & Wine0.6 km
- Costcutter0.9 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Mile Road Club0.9 km
- The Bull0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Bickles0.3 km
- Oasis Beach Pool0.8 km
- Lagos Lounge0.6 km
- Mile Road Cafe0.9 km
- AMA’S Palace (E&G Kitchen)0.6 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Fully loaded Bedford Ltd0.2 km
- Harrowden Fisheries0.2 km
- Wok Inn0.7 km
- Say Doughnuts0.9 km
- Tasty Peri Peri0.5 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Best Stop Convenience Store0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bedford St Johns1.6 km
- Bedford1.9 km
- Bedford Station2.7 km
Bus Stops
- Catholic Church0.1 km
- Catholic Church0.2 km
- Winchester Road0.2 km
- Winchester Road0.2 km
- John Bunyan Upper School0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: MK420AZ · Data under Open Government Licence