Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

CLIFTON ROAD, SG17 5AA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLIFTON ROAD, SG17 5AA.

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Population

482

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 54,500 /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: SG17 5AA is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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3/10
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5/10
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2/10
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9/10
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2/10
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8/10
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5/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SG17 5AA combines high owner-occupation (72%), strong property values (£514k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

SG17 5AA is a sought-after residential area on Clifton Road, 0.2km from Shefford in Shefford. Administratively it sits within Shefford ward and the Mid Bedfordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SG17, SG17 5AA offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 72% 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 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £514k. 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 SG17 5AA are sourced from Output Area E00088070 (shared with 24 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 SG17 5AA. The average age is 42.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.8%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean1.9%
Other / Mixed4.6%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 470,000

3 sales · Mean £ 499,333

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

SG17 5AA has low crime rates — 39 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting74
Violence and sexual offences46
Anti-social behaviour25
Criminal damage and arson17
Vehicle crime15

school Local Schools

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Robert Bloomfield Academy

Outstanding985 pupils0.7 km
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Shefford Lower School

Good509 pupils0.9 km
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Samuel Whitbread Academy

Good1650 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Co-operative Group0.4 km
  • Kirkby's Gym Ltd0.2 km
  • Rogers Bakery0.2 km
  • Lloyds Chemists plc0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Bridge0.3 km
  • The White Hart0.2 km
  • The Brewery Tap0.2 km
  • The Cornerstone0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Dalchini Spice0.1 km
  • Jakes American Diner0.2 km
  • Rose Buds @ Duck Lane0.2 km
  • The Sub Station0.1 km
  • Gokce Restaurant0.4 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.2 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • New Rays0.3 km
  • Shefford Kebab House0.4 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.3 km
  • Hong Kong House0.6 km
  • Lemon Plaice0.4 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Arlesey4.7 km
  • Biggleswade7.2 km
  • Letchworth Garden City9.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Ivel Road0.0 km
  • Ivel Road0.0 km
  • Fire Station0.1 km
  • Fire Station0.1 km
  • Northbridge Street0.2 km