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Clapham, Oakley & Thurleigh

About

Clapham, Oakley, and Thurleigh are neighbouring parishes situated north of Bedford. The area is characterised by arable farmland and pockets of woodland, with the Greensand Ridge influencing the gently rolling landscape. Settlements are compact, centred around historic church spires and village greens, with newer housing developments extending some boundaries. The presence of former RAF Thurleigh, now a major industrial and business park, adds a distinct layer to the local economy and scenery.

The area retains a largely rural feel, with public footpaths and bridleways connecting the villages. Thurleigh's airfield history remains a dominant feature, its vast runways now repurposed for logistics and technology firms. Local life focuses on village halls, primary schools, and community pubs, with many residents commuting to Bedford or Milton Keynes for work. The regular sight of hot air balloons launching from fields near Old Warden is a common spectacle in the summer months.

Area overview

On average Clapham, Oakley & Thurleigh has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 41 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Clapham, Oakley & Thurleigh is £64,017 per year. There are 5 schools in Clapham, Oakley & Thurleigh: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Clapham, Oakley & Thurleigh is home to around 8,757 people, with a population density of about 200.4 per km2.

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Clapham, Oakley & Thurleigh Population

8,757

Population density

200.4 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

18.73(-40%)

Criminal damage and arson

9.93(+55%)

Anti-social behaviour

6.51(-44%)

Vehicle crime

2.63(-42%)

Public order

2.4(-54%)

East of England average

Demographics

British

7,315

83.53%

Other White

449

5.13%

Indian

194

2.22%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

137

1.56%

African

116

1.32%

Total population: 8,757

Economics

Level 4+ (Degree)

2,496

35.34%

Level 3 (A level)

1,185

16.78%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

1,056

14.95%

No qualifications

1,018

14.41%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

656

9.29%

Total 16+ residents: 7,063

Housing

Owns outright

1,520

41.97%

Owns with a mortgage

1,256

34.68%

Private landlord or letting agency

389

10.74%

Other social rented

308

8.5%

Other forms of private rent

1.93%

Total households: 3,622

Property prices in Clapham, Oakley & Thurleigh

Based on 101 recent sales, the median property price is £315,000 in Clapham, Oakley & Thurleigh area, with individual transactions ranging from £93,000 up to £1,000,000.

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 Clapham, Oakley & Thurleigh over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	26	£500,000	£345,000	£433,750	£663,125	£937,500
Flats	6	£165,000	£109,750	£160,000	£177,500	£187,500
Semi-Detached	38	£309,000	£253,875	£281,250	£341,875	£378,750
Terraced	31	£287,000	£216,500	£251,000	£328,000	£483,750

10 years median price trend in Clapham, Oakley & Thurleigh

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

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

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