Postcode Analysis Bedford, East of England

KEYSOE ROAD, MK44 1DE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KEYSOE ROAD, MK44 1DE.

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Population

386

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 55,800 /yr

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Employed

50%

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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6/10
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8/10
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2/10
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7/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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6/10
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10/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. MK44 1DE's low deprivation rank, 65% ownership, and £660k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

MK44 1DE is a sought-after residential area on Keysoe Road, 0.8km from Top End in Riseley (Bedford). Administratively it sits within Riseley ward and the North East Bedfordshire constituency.

For serious buyers, MK44 1DE is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 65% 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £660k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for MK44 1DE are sourced from Output Area E00088549 (shared with 23 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 MK44 1DE. The average age is 47.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 660,000

3 sales · Mean £ 662,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

MK44 1DE has low crime rates — 24 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.

Violence and sexual offences13
Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson3
Vehicle crime2
Burglary1

school Local Schools

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Riseley CofE Primary School

Good205 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Giddy Goat0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Londis0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Fox & Hounds0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bedford13.1 km
  • Bedford Station13.1 km
  • Bedford St Johns13.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Keysoe Road0.1 km
  • The Barns0.1 km
  • Keysoe Road0.1 km
  • The Five Bells0.4 km
  • The Five Bells0.4 km