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Central Bedfordshire

About

Central Bedfordshire is a district in the East of England, covering an area of approximately 716 square kilometres. It includes towns such as Dunstable, Leighton Buzzard, and Biggleswade, alongside numerous villages and rural areas. The district lies between the Chiltern Hills and the Fens, offering a mix of rolling countryside and urban developments. It is well-connected by road, with the M1 and A1 passing through, and rail links to London and other major cities.

The area has a mix of agricultural land, green spaces, and commercial hubs, balancing rural and urban lifestyles. Central Bedfordshire is home to several nature reserves, including the RSPB’s The Lodge, and historic sites like Woburn Abbey. The district’s economy includes manufacturing, logistics, and retail, with growing sectors in technology and healthcare. Housing ranges from traditional cottages to modern developments, catering to a population of around 290,000.

Area overview

On average Central Bedfordshire has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 62 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Central Bedfordshire is £52,564 per year. There are 136 schools in Central Bedfordshire: 97 primary (5 Outstanding and 73 Good) and 14 secondary (0 Outstanding and 9 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Central Bedfordshire Population

294,252

Population density

411.2 per km²

Demographics

British

245,769

83.52%

Other White

15,516

5.27%

Indian

4,684

1.59%

African

3,942

1.34%

Irish

3,527

1.2%

Total population: 294,251

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

45,305

37.52%

Owns outright

40,618

33.64%

Private landlord or letting agency

14,329

11.87%

Other social rented

10,457

8.66%

Social rents from council

5,620

4.65%

Total households: 120,754

Property prices in Central Bedfordshire

Based on 4,365 recent sales, the median property price is £363,000 in Central Bedfordshire area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £3,600,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Central Bedfordshire over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	1,186	£520,000	£350,000	£440,000	£630,000	£913,750
Flats	453	£195,000	£99,200	£158,000	£230,000	£283,500
Semi-Detached	1,430	£372,500	£250,788	£325,000	£418,000	£536,650
Terraced	1,296	£306,188	£195,000	£270,000	£350,000	£440,000

10 years median price trend in Central Bedfordshire

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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