Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

MAPLE DRIVE, SG17 5BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAPLE DRIVE, SG17 5BQ.

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Population

197

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 54,500 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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2/10
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3/10
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1/10
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5/10
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5/10
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4/10
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2/10
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7/10
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Area Character

SG17 5BQ has a significant social housing presence — 59% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 16.2% year-on-year.

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

SG17 5BQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Maple Drive, 0.9km from Shefford in Shefford. Administratively it sits within Shefford ward and the Mid Bedfordshire constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SG17 5BQ is a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 59% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £244k, up 16.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SG17 5BQ are sourced from Output Area E00088071 (shared with 6 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 5BQ. The average age is 51.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.9%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean2.0%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 5%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 215,000

3 sales · Mean £ 223,000

Detached

£ 370,000

1 sales · Mean £ 370,000

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

SG17 5BQ has low crime rates — 21 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 offences28
Anti-social behaviour12
Criminal damage and arson6
Vehicle crime4
Drugs3

school Local Schools

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Samuel Whitbread Academy

Good1650 pupils0.4 km
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Robert Bloomfield Academy

Outstanding985 pupils1.3 km
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Clifton All Saints Academy

Good163 pupils1.4 km
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Shefford Lower School

Good509 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Kirkby's Gym Ltd0.9 km
  • Rogers Bakery0.9 km
  • Lloyds Chemists plc0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The White Hart0.9 km
  • The Brewery Tap0.9 km
  • The Cornerstone0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Dalchini Spice0.8 km
  • Jakes American Diner0.9 km
  • Rose Buds @ Duck Lane0.9 km
  • The Sub Station0.8 km
  • Shefford Tandoori1.0 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • New Rays1.0 km
  • Domino's Pizza1.0 km
  • Hong Kong House0.2 km
  • New Xpress Pizza & Chicken0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Arlesey4.0 km
  • Biggleswade7.0 km
  • Letchworth Garden City8.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Shefford Health Centre0.1 km
  • Southfields House0.1 km
  • The Steamer0.2 km
  • The Steamer0.2 km
  • Purcell Way0.3 km