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About

Kingsbrook is a newly developed residential area on the eastern side of Bedford, situated between the River Great Ouse and the A421. The neighbourhood is characterised by modern housing, including a mix of private and affordable homes, with a focus on sustainable design and green infrastructure. Its layout incorporates numerous parks, community orchards, and landscaped areas intended for recreation and wildlife.

A specific feature is the network of sustainable drainage ponds and wetland areas integrated throughout the estate, which manage rainwater and provide natural habitats. The development includes a local centre with a primary school and community facilities, designed to serve the growing population. Its location offers direct access to riverside footpaths and the wider countryside, while being a short drive from Bedford's town centre.

Area overview

On average Kingsbrook has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 98 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 27.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Kingsbrook is £46,897 per year. There are 3 schools in Kingsbrook: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Kingsbrook is home to around 10,684 people, with a population density of about 2,528.3 per km2.

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
98
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
27%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Kingsbrook Population
10,684
Population density
2,528.3 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
41.56(+34%)
Anti-social behaviour
24.34(+111%)
Shoplifting
15.63(+120%)
Vehicle crime
11.51(+153%)
Public order
11.04(+112%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,155
48.26%
Other White
1,815
16.99%
Bangladeshi
715
6.69%
Indian
574
5.37%
African
478
4.47%
Total population: 10,682

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,175
26.11%
No qualifications
1,958
23.51%
Level 3 (A level)
1,162
13.95%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,127
13.53%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,081
12.98%
Total 16+ residents: 8,330

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,080
25.1%
Other social rented
1,053
24.47%
Owns outright
895
20.8%
Private landlord or letting agency
869
20.2%
Social rents from council
254
5.9%
Total households: 4,303

Property prices in Kingsbrook

Based on 57 recent sales, the median property price is £260,000 in Kingsbrook area, with individual transactions ranging from £79,064 up to £480,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Kingsbrook 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 Kingsbrook over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached6£417,500
Flats11£139,000
Semi-Detached19£285,000
Terraced21£255,000

10 years median price trend in Kingsbrook

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

All postcodes in Kingsbrook

MK420LQ

Arkwright Road Industrial Estate

MK420NF

Bamford Road

MK420RN

Bluebell Close

MK443BF

Fraser Road

MK420NW

London Road

MK429NF

The Sidings

MK420BH

Kingsbrook Road

MK420DF

Alamein Avenue

MK420EJ

Gifford Road

MK420PJ

Elstow Road

MK420SQ

Violet Close

MK420EX

Fenlake Road

Data Sources

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