MK43 0AP is a sought-after residential area located 0.5km 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 0AP 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. 61% 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.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for MK43 0AP are sourced from Output Area E00087862 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MK43 0AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MK43 0AP.
280
25
£ 56,000 /yr
16%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: MK43 0AP 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
49% of MK43 0AP'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 0AP. The average age is 24.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
MK43 0AP has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Welcome Co-operative0.4 km
- Essar Ltd0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Cranfield Students' Association0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Brogborough Board Sailing Club0.4 km
- Mitchell Hall0.4 km
- Cranberries0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Cranfield Conference Centre Ltd0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ridgmont6.2 km
- Aspley Guise6.3 km
- Lidlington6.4 km
Bus Stops
- Cranfield University Main Gate0.3 km
- Cranfield University Main Gate0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: MK430AP · Data under Open Government Licence