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Toddington, Heath & Reach

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About

Toddington, Heath & Reach are neighbouring villages in Central Bedfordshire, located near the A5 and M1 motorway. The area is known for its mix of rural landscapes and convenient transport links. Toddington features a historic high street with local shops and services, while Heath & Reach is surrounded by woodland, including Rushmere Country Park. Both villages have a strong community feel, with events and activities organised by local groups.

The landscape around Toddington and Heath & Reach includes farmland, hedgerows, and pockets of forest, typical of the Bedfordshire countryside. The area offers walking trails, such as the Greensand Ridge Walk, which passes through Heath & Reach. Toddington Services on the M1 provides amenities for travellers, while the villages themselves retain a quieter, residential character. Schools, pubs, and small businesses cater to daily needs, making it a practical place to live within easy reach of larger towns like Luton and Milton Keynes.

Area overview

On average Toddington, Heath & Reach has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 83 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Toddington, Heath & Reach is £54,000 per year. There are 6 schools in Toddington, Heath & Reach: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

8/10

Social housing

7.9%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Toddington, Heath & Reach Population

10,698

Population density

162.4 per km²

Demographics

British

9,390

87.79%

Other White

383

3.58%

Irish

153

1.43%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

107

Indian

100

0.93%

Total population: 10,696

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,737

39.38%

Owns outright

1,700

38.54%

Private landlord or letting agency

436

9.88%

Social rents from council

321

7.28%

Shared ownership

1.65%

Total households: 4,411

Property prices in Toddington, Heath & Reach

Based on 183 recent sales, the median property price is £390,000 in Toddington, Heath & Reach area, with individual transactions ranging from £95,000 up to £1,380,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	66	£526,500	£315,749	£425,000	£656,250	£946,250
Flats	6	£183,750	£136,000	£149,250	£206,625	£263,250
Semi-Detached	61	£385,000	£227,500	£343,000	£439,995	£575,000
Terraced	50	£310,000	£165,875	£265,500	£353,750	£494,625

10 years price trend in Toddington, Heath & Reach

All postcodes in Toddington, Heath & Reach

LU73FY

Jenner Close

LU79PL

Blackhill

LU73GA

Babbage Grove

LU73GD

Wallis Drive

LU79NG

Watling Street

LU79NA

Watling Street

LU79NT

Leighton Road

LU79PT

Blackhill

LU79RA

Woburn Road

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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