Shefford and Shillington are neighbouring towns in Central Bedfordshire, located approximately 10 miles south of Bedford. The area is characterised by a mix of residential housing, local businesses, and green spaces, with the River Flit running nearby. Shefford serves as a small market town with a range of amenities, including shops, schools, and leisure facilities, while Shillington retains a more rural feel with its historic church and village green.
The surrounding countryside offers walking and cycling routes, including parts of the Greensand Ridge and Icknield Way trails. Agriculture plays a role in the local economy, with farmland surrounding both settlements. Transport links include the A507 road and proximity to the A1(M), providing connections to larger towns and cities. The area has a mix of older properties and newer developments, reflecting its growth over recent decades.
On average Shefford & Shillington has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 68 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Shefford & Shillington is £54,500 per year. There are 6 schools in Shefford & Shillington: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 147 recent sales, the median property price is £345,000 in Shefford & Shillington area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £1,425,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 42 | £535,500 |
| Flats | 21 | £195,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 32 | £356,550 |
| Terraced | 52 | £322,000 |
10 years price trend in Shefford & Shillington
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Ampthill Road
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Clifton Road
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Ashdown Road
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Southfields
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George Street
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Gravenhurst Road
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Arnhem Place
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Chicksands Avenue
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Chicksands Avenue
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Clifton Road
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Hardwick Close
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Hitchin Road
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Elgar Drive
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Axon Paddock
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Chicksands Avenue
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Church Street
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Greenfields
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High Street
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Shefford & Shillington
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Chicksands Avenue
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Lucas Way
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Clifton Road
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Beechwood Rise
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Montgomery Avenue
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Chicksands Avenue
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Elmhurst Gardens
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Brookside
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Ashdown Road
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Ampthill Road
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Duck Lane
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Elm Close
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Ivel Road
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Brookside
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High Road
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Greig Close
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Sullivan Close
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High Street
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Chicksands Avenue
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Swallow Close
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Nightingale Mews
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Chicksands Avenue
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Hanscombe End Road
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All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.