MK43 0AL is a well-regarded residential area located 0.6km from Wharley End in Cranfield. Administratively it sits within Cranfield and Marston Moretaine ward and the Mid Bedfordshire constituency.
For renters and young professionals, MK43 0AL offers members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. Outside of residential hours, science and business parks with high status workers. The predominance of young residents (average age 25) gives the area its energy — expect active social scenes, short tenancies, and regular neighbourhood turnover. 56% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Central Bedfordshire.
Census 2021 statistics for MK43 0AL are sourced from Output Area E00087859 (shared with 30 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MK43 0AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MK43 0AL.
790
25
£ 56,000 /yr
5%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: MK43 0AL 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.
Area Character
51% of MK43 0AL's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK43 0AL. The average age is 25.1. 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 renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Welcome Co-operative0.6 km
- Essar Ltd0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Cranfield Students' Association0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Baxter Storey - Nissan0.7 km
- Brogborough Board Sailing Club0.5 km
- Cape London Cafe0.7 km
- Mitchell Hall0.5 km
- Costa Coffee Aramark0.7 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Cranfield Conference Centre Ltd0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ridgmont5.4 km
- Aspley Guise5.5 km
- Lidlington5.9 km
Bus Stops
- Technology Park0.1 km
- Technology Park0.1 km
- Cranfield Innovation Centre0.3 km
- Cranfield Innovation Centre0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: MK430AL · Data under Open Government Licence