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Shortstown

About

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.

Area overview

On average Shortstown has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 75 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).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

8/10

Connectivity

N/A

Property prices in Shortstown

Based on 148 recent sales, the median property price is £357,438 in Shortstown area, with individual transactions ranging from £95,000 up to £715,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Shortstown over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	52	£427,500	£262,825	£379,013	£476,250	£575,500
Flats	13	£190,000	£110,150	£156,000	£210,000	£257,600
Semi-Detached	52	£357,438	£280,000	£335,994	£370,625	£411,750
Terraced	31	£300,000	£260,000	£278,750	£331,500	£378,188

10 years median price trend in Shortstown

All postcodes in Shortstown

MK420UE

Central Avenue

MK453AE

Bell Lane

MK420GE

Beauvais Square

MK420GF

Eustace Close

MK420UU

Halifax Road

MK420ZF

Wilstead & Shortstown

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail