Shortstown is a residential ward located in the northern part of Bedford, near the town of Cotton End. The area is known for its connection to aviation history, as it was originally developed to house workers from the nearby Cardington airfield, home to the historic airship industry. Many of the homes in Shortstown were built in the early 20th century, giving the area a distinct architectural character.
The ward features a mix of housing, including former RAF quarters and newer developments. Local amenities include a primary school, a community centre, and several green spaces, such as Shortstown Park. The area is well-connected to Bedford town centre via road links and public transport. The presence of the Cardington Sheds, iconic landmarks from the airship era, adds a unique historical element to the area.
On average Shortstown has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 76 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Shortstown is £54,965 per year. There are 3 schools in Shortstown: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
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Northill Road
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Beauvais Avenue
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Foster Walk
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Benson Close
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Cambridge Road
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Park Lane
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Wilstead & Shortstown
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Shorts Avenue
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Littlekit
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Lancaster Road
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Cheshire Drive
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Hall Way
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Harrows Close
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Brabazon Close
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Brabazon Close
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Oswald Close
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Blenheim Road
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Elliott Green
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Bishop Mead
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Aviation Way
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The Highway
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Compass Drive
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Grange Lane
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Park Lane
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Cosford Drive
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Cosford Drive
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Southill Road
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Meeting Close
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Boscombe Lane
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Atherstone Close
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Halton Place
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Garland Crescent
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Bedford Road
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Sunderland Place
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Keeley Croft
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Banks Close
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Key Croft
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Harrowden Lane
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Eastcote
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Church Lane
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Bedford Road
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All Saints Road
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Cambridge Road
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Aviation Way
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Brancker Avenue
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Greycote
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Chapel Lane
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Park Lane
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Northill Road
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Curran Chase
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Benson Close
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Comet Drive
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Burrsholt
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High Road
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Colemore Grange
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Harrowden Lane
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Cople Road
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Southill Road
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Blackburn Close
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Stirling Road
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Thomson Avenue
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Burrsholt
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Cotton End Road
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Scott Avenue
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Church Lane
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High Road
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The Highway
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Cople Road
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Bishop Mead
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Tempest Crescent
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The High Road
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South Drive
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Wellington Road
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Willington Road
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