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Great Barford

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About

Great Barford ward is located in the eastern part of Bedford, encompassing the village of Great Barford and surrounding rural areas. The ward is known for its historic character, with landmarks like the medieval Great Barford Bridge spanning the River Great Ouse. The area features a mix of residential properties, farmland, and green spaces, offering a balance between village life and access to nearby urban amenities.

The ward has a strong community focus, with local facilities including a primary school, village hall, and several pubs. Transport links include the A421 road, providing connections to Bedford and Cambridge. The river and surrounding countryside attract walkers and cyclists, while the village retains a traditional feel with its stone buildings and parish church.

Area overview

On average Great Barford has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 59 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Great Barford is £54,600 per year. There are 3 schools in Great Barford: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
59
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
7.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Great Barford

Based on 46 recent sales, the median property price is £407,500 in Great Barford area, with individual transactions ranging from £123,750 up to £1,025,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Great Barford in the 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 Great Barford over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached26£575,000
Semi-Detached12£330,000
Terraced8£296,750

10 years median price trend in Great Barford

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Great Barford.

All postcodes in Great Barford

MK442PJ

Kimbolton Road

MK442QB

Hollis Lane

MK443DL

Coopers Close

MK443JR

Chapel Close

MK443PP

Balls Lane

MK443QL

Bedford Road

MK443FW

Wyboston, Great Barford & Cople

MK443PX

Bedford Road

MK443QX

Russell Drive

MK442QP

High Street

MK443ES

Bedford Road

MK443HJ

Hunts Field

MK443HN

The Spencers

MK443PY

Churchill Place

Data Sources

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