Postcode Analysis Bedford, East of England

LITCHFIELDS, MK44 1DN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LITCHFIELDS, MK44 1DN.

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Population

288

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 55,800 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: MK44 1DN 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.

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4/10
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9/10
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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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10/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, MK44 1DN combines high owner-occupation (95%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. 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 1DN is a sought-after residential area on Litchfields, 0.7km from Top End in Riseley (Bedford). Administratively it sits within Riseley ward and the North East Bedfordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in MK44, MK44 1DN offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 95% 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 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 1DN are sourced from Output Area E00088551 (shared with 11 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 1DN. The average age is 50.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

MK44 1DN has low crime rates — 29 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 offences22
Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson4
Vehicle crime3
Other crime3

school Local Schools

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Riseley CofE Primary School

Good205 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Giddy Goat0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Londis0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Fox & Hounds0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bedford Station13.1 km
  • Bedford13.1 km
  • Bedford St Johns13.9 km

Bus Stops

  • The Barns0.1 km
  • Keysoe Road0.2 km
  • Keysoe Road0.2 km
  • The Five Bells0.3 km
  • The Five Bells0.3 km