Tunstall Walk is in Bedford and in Bedford district. MK41 0AF is located in the Goldington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bedford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tunstall Walk, Bedford, MK41 0AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK41 0EN, MK41 0AE, MK41 0AQ, MK41 0AG, MK41 0HB, MK41 0EP, MK41 0PT, MK41 0HU, MK41 0DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding MK41 0AF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.7% | 54.8% | -0.9% | 51.0% | 3.8% |
| Male | 44.3% | 45.2% | 0.9% | 49.0% | -3.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around MK41 0AF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.8% | 45.9% | 2.1% | 37.9% | 8.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.3% | 32.1% | 0.8% | 44.2% | -12.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 0.5% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 16.1% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 7.0% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 4.6% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.6% | 39.7% | -4.9% | 48.4% | -8.7% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 43.6% | 8.1% | 33.6% | 10.0% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 9.8% | -5.4% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 5.9% | 2.5% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26% | 19.2% | -6.8% | 18.2% | 1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 15.5% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 5.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 15.1% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 5.9% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 16% | 6.4% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.3% | 24.2% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -9.6% |
| Other | 10.6% | 4.1% | -6.5% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65.4% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.4% | 3.9% | 1.5% | 3.1% | 0.8% |
| Pakistani | 2% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 4.7% | 6.8% | 2.1% | 2.5% | 4.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 8.8% | 5.2% | -3.6% | 1.0% | 4.2% |
| Other Black | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 4.1% | 3.9% | -0.2% | 0.9% | 3.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 72.3% | 65.4% | -6.9% | 81.4% | -16.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Other | 1.4% | 4.9% | 3.5% | 1.6% | 3.3% |
In this area, 72.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.4% | 72.1% | -7.3% | 83.2% | -11.1% |
| European Union | 9.5% | 11.7% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 4.1% | 6.8% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 4.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 6.2% | 3.2% | 5.6% | 0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78.4% | 71.4% | -7.0% | 83.2% | -11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 17.4% | 15.4% | 9.8% | 7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.4% | 6.8% | 2.4% | 2.9% | 3.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.8% | 3.9% | -3.9% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.4% | 0.6% | -6.8% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.2% | 76.7% | -14.5% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 6.3% | 1.3% | 5.0% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.7% | 13.5% | 7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 46.1% | 46.2% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 10.9% | 6.5% | 4.4% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tunstall Walk was 137.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 154.8% higher than the De Parys average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tunstall Walk has the 10th highest crime rate of 73 local areas in De Parys and the 85th highest crime rate of 543 local areas in Bedford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Tunstall Walk, Bedford, Bedford Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2018-03-09 | £270,848 |
| 14 Tunstall Walk, Bedford, Bedfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2007-09-21 | £206,259 |
| 6 Tunstall Walk, Bedford, Bedfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2007-04-27 | £229,158 |
| 14 Tunstall Walk, Bedford, Bedfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2006-09-15 | £208,838 |
| 6 Tunstall Walk, Bedford, Bedfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £107,000 | 2004-07-09 | £231,721 |
MK41 0AF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Trees Nursery School Hawkins Road , MK42 9LS | 4out of 4 | 4,152 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peter Pan Nursery School Edward Road , MK42 9DR | 4out of 4 | 4,599 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Putnoe Primary School Church Lane , MK41 0DH | 3out of 4 | 762 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Goldington Green Academy Goldington Green , MK41 0DP | 3out of 4 | 792 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hills Academy Stancliffe Road , MK41 9AT | 4out of 4 | 1,639 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazeldene School Stancliffe Road , MK41 9AT | 3out of 4 | 1,683 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Rigby Catholic Primary School Polhill Avenue , MK41 9DQ | 4out of 4 | 1,856 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark Rutherford School Wentworth Drive , MK41 8PX | 3out of 4 | 1,591 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Goldington Academy Haylands Way , MK41 9BX | 3out of 4 | 1,600 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Newnham School Polhill Avenue , MK41 9DT | 3out of 4 | 2,159 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic School Tyne Crescent , MK41 7UL | 4out of 4 | 3,417 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford Free School Cauldwell Street , MK42 9AD | 3out of 4 | 3,754 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford College Cauldwell Street , MK42 9AH | - not rated | 3,779 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KWS School 51 Brunel Road , Bedford MK41 9TJ | - not rated | 1,798 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School Brickhill Drive , MK41 7QZ | - not rated | 2,775 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's School 78 Kimbolton Road , MK40 2PA | - not rated | 2,811 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford School De Parys Avenue , MK40 2TU | - not rated | 3,098 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Bedford Girls' School Cardington Road , MK42 0BX | - not rated | 3,396 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds Restaurants Limited | Elms Park Industrial Estate, Goldington Road | 345 yd | |
| Starbucks UK | Elms Park, Goldington Road | 345 yd | |
| KFC GOLDINGTON ROAD BEDFORD | 498 Goldington Road | 371 yd | |
| The Orchard | The Harvester, 1 Riverfield Drive | 424 yd | |
| Toby Carvery | 403 Goldington Road | 660 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Anchor | The Anchor, 397 Goldington Road | 660 yd | |
| The New Sportsman | The Sportsman, 58 The Boundary | 891 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 3 Elms Park, Goldington Road | 345 yd | |
| Yo! To Go! | Tesco, Riverfield Drive | 726 yd | |
| Subway | 99 Church Lane | 752 yd | |
| Tasty Plaice | 5 The Fairway | 787 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Great Britain Ltd | Lidl, Perkins Road | 409 yd | |
| Waitrose Ltd | Waitrose, Perkins Road | 409 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco, Riverfield Drive | 726 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi, Church Lane | 738 yd | |
| Co-operative | 105-109 Church Lane | 738 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| World Gym (Bedford) SHUTTLEWORTH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 218 yd |
| Premier Health & Fitness (Bedford) (Closed) Shuttleworth Road | health and fitness suite | 243 yd |
| The Bury CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 561 yd |
| Church Lane Community Centre (Closed) Church Lane | 743 yd | |
| Putnoe Primary School CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 880 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 122 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.