MK44 1AW is a safe, established residential area on High Street, 0.0km from Yelden in Bedford. Administratively it sits within Sharnbrook ward and the North East Bedfordshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in MK44, MK44 1AW offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 78% 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 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £490k.
Census 2021 statistics for MK44 1AW are sourced from Output Area E00088562 (shared with 27 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGH STREET, MK44 1AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, MK44 1AW.
387
46
£ 55,800 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: MK44 1AW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. MK44 1AW's low deprivation rank, 78% ownership, and £490k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK44 1AW. The average age is 46.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 450,000
4 sales · Mean £ 466,875
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)
MK44 1AW has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- J Adams Fresh Fish1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wellingborough11.0 km
- Bedford Station17.3 km
- Bedford17.5 km
Bus Stops
- Spring Lane0.2 km
- Trailly Close0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: MK441AW · Data under Open Government Licence