Is SG17 5BH a safe place to live?

Yes, SG17 5BH is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 16 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in SG17 5BH?

The average property price in SG17 5BH is currently around £417k.

What is the population of SG17 5BH?

The population for the SG17 5BH area is approximately 387 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

AMPTHILL ROAD, SG17 5BH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for AMPTHILL ROAD, SG17 5BH.

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

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Population

387

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 54,500 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG17 5BH 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10

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7/10

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3/10

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10/10

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1/10

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9/10

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2/10

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8/10

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6/10

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Area Character

SG17 5BH is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £417k, 86% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SG17 5BH is a sought-after residential area on Ampthill Road, 0.5km from Hardwick, Shefford in Shefford. Administratively it sits within Shefford ward and the Mid Bedfordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SG17, SG17 5BH offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 86% 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £417k. 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 5BH are sourced from Output Area E00177101 (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 SG17 5BH. The average age is 43.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%

Asian / British Asian0.8%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

53%Active

FT: 40%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 435,000

5 sales · Mean £ 490,000

Flat

£ 432,000

1 sales · Mean £ 432,000

Semi-Detached

£ 440,000

3 sales · Mean £ 405,000

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

SG17 5BH has low crime rates — 16 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 offences14

Anti-social behaviour5

Criminal damage and arson2

Public order2

Other crime2

school Local Schools

Shefford Lower School

Good509 pupils0.3 km

Robert Bloomfield Academy

Outstanding985 pupils0.5 km

Campton Academy

Outstanding121 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby

Co-operative Group0.8 km
Kirkby's Gym Ltd0.9 km
Rogers Bakery1.0 km
Lloyds Chemists plc1.0 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby

The Bridge0.8 km
The White Hart1.0 km
The Cornerstone1.0 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby

Priory House Cafe0.9 km
Rose Buds @ Duck Lane0.9 km
Shefford Tandoori0.9 km
The Hive1.0 km
The Loft0.9 km

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Supermarkets

1 nearby

Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.9 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop