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Kempston West & South

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About

Kempston West & South is a residential area on the outskirts of Bedford, primarily consisting of housing estates built in the mid-to-late 20th century. The layout is characterised by cul-de-sacs and avenues, with a mix of semi-detached and detached homes. Local amenities are centred along Bedford Road, which serves as the main thoroughfare connecting the area to the town centre.

The open space of Addison Howard Park provides a green corridor through the neighbourhood. A specific local feature is the presence of the Kempston Barracks, a significant military site with a long history, which influences the area's character. Daily life revolves around local schools, shops, and community facilities like the King's Arms pub.

Area overview

On average Kempston West & South has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 85 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Kempston West & South is £60,205 per year. There are 6 schools in Kempston West & South: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Kempston West & South is home to around 10,562 people, with a population density of about 1,661.5 per km2.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
85
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
17.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Kempston West & South Population
10,562
Population density
1,661.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
41.47(+31%)
Shoplifting
29.35(+329%)
Anti-social behaviour
14.86(+28%)
Public order
11.36(+122%)
Criminal damage and arson
7.2(+13%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,403
60.63%
Other White
1,071
10.14%
Indian
998
9.45%
African
412
3.9%
Caribbean
256
2.42%
Total population: 10,561

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,358
28.5%
No qualifications
1,503
18.17%
Level 3 (A level)
1,432
17.31%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,195
14.44%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,030
12.45%
Total 16+ residents: 8,273

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,474
36.58%
Owns outright
1,141
28.31%
Other social rented
611
15.16%
Private landlord or letting agency
516
12.8%
Social rents from council
112
2.78%
Total households: 4,030

Property prices in Kempston West & South

Based on 103 recent sales, the median property price is £312,500 in Kempston West & South area, with individual transactions ranging from £106,250 up to £515,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Kempston West & South 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 Kempston West & South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Semi-Detached44£320,000
Flats17£225,000
Detached23£408,000
Terraced19£260,000

10 years median price trend in Kempston West & South

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Kempston West & South.

All postcodes in Kempston West & South

MK427PS

Orchard Street

MK427FF

Burr Close

MK427AW

Singer Way

MK427PB

Cherry Walk

MK427RL

Chantry Avenue

MK427RG

Spruce Walk

MK427GX

Townsend Walk

MK427TP

The Silver Birches

MK427JD

Orchard Street

MK428JP

St Johns Avenue

MK427RZ

Magnolia Close

MK427NA

Lovat Walk

MK427PD

Cherry Walk

MK427GG

Saunders Field

MK427PW

Railton Road

MK439AA

Woburn Road

MK427PA

Beech Walk

MK427TZ

Harrier Way

MK427HN

Haylock Close

MK427GU

Baldwin Walk

MK427LU

Lovat Walk

MK427DN

Hill Rise

MK427ET

Balliol Road

MK427EE

Grisedale Court

MK427DZ

Kendall Road

MK427JU

The Planes

MK427TH

Osprey Close

MK427JT

The Planes

MK438RD

Cemetery Road

MK427DD

Lodge Avenue

MK427RY

Magnolia Close

MK427PG

Orchard Drive

MK427PE

Lilac Walk

MK427NS

Laurel Walk

MK428EP

St Johns Street

MK427TY

Harrier Way

MK427GF

Handley Walk

MK428JL

St Johns Avenue

MK427HQ

Ramsey Close

MK427HX

Balliol Road

MK427RU

Chantry Avenue

MK427DY

Wenlock Road

MK427GD

Wilkinson Road

MK427JL

The Sycamores

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.