Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

ASTWOOD ROAD, MK43 0AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASTWOOD ROAD, MK43 0AU.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

235

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 56,000 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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10/10
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1/10
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6/10
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6/10
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7/10
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1/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

MK43 0AU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 34, 64% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

MK43 0AU is a sought-after residential area on Astwood Road, 0.4km from Bourne End in Central Bedfordshire. Administratively it sits within Cranfield and Marston Moretaine ward and the Mid Bedfordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in MK43, MK43 0AU offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 64% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for MK43 0AU are sourced from Output Area E00177090 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK43 0AU. The average age is 33.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British84.2%
Asian / British Asian6.0%
Black / African / Caribbean3.8%
Other / Mixed6.0%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

MK43 0AU has low crime rates — 12 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.

Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Bike Bus0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Stewartby5.9 km
  • Millbrook (Bedfordshire)6.2 km
  • Lidlington6.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Bourne End Road0.2 km
  • Bourne End Road0.2 km