Corfe Road is in Bedford and in Bedford district. MK41 8JN is located in the Putnoe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bedford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Corfe Road, Bedford, MK41 8JN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK41 8JG, MK41 8JW, MK41 8JJ, MK41 8JQ, MK41 8JF, MK41 8HR, MK41 8JH, MK41 8JE, MK41 8JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around MK41 8JN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 51.2% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 48.3% | 48.8% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of MK41 8JN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.4% | 25.2% | 4.8% | 37.9% | -12.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.4% | 53.2% | -9.2% | 44.2% | 9.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 5.1% | 9.2% | 4.1% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 10.8% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
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 | 40.4% | 46.3% | 5.9% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 30.9% | -7.8% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 18.5% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3.7% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 25.9% | 18.3% | -7.6% | 18.2% | 0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 11.9% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 13.9% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 5.2% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 12.7% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.3% | 33.7% | 9.4% | 33.8% | -0.1% |
| Other | 5.1% | 4.4% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 76.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.6% | 8.8% | 6.2% | 3.1% | 5.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 2.5% | 2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.6% | 5.1% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 4.1% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 90.1% | 76.8% | -13.3% | 81.4% | -4.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
In this area, 78.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 78.9% | -10.5% | 83.2% | -4.3% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 8% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 5% | 3.7% | 2.7% | 2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 3% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 3% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 1.7% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.4% | 78.9% | -9.5% | 83.2% | -4.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 15.1% | 15.1% | 9.8% | 5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.3% | 2.7% | -7.6% | 1.9% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.2% | 76.7% | -0.5% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 3% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.1% | 13.5% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.4% | 37.2% | -5.8% |
| Christian | 55.4% | 46.2% | 9.2% |
| Hindu | 3.3% | 1.7% | 1.6% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Sikh | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Corfe Road was 53.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.3% lower than the De Parys average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Corfe Road has the 33rd highest crime rate of 73 local areas in De Parys and the 266th lowest crime rate of 543 local areas in Bedford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Corfe Road, Bedford, Bedford Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2019-07-15 | £446,504 |
| 5 Corfe Road, Bedford, Bedford Terraced, an established residential building | £252,000 | 2015-07-03 | £398,749 |
| 13 Corfe Road, Bedford, Bedford Detached, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2011-12-09 | £336,341 |
| 5 Corfe Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £196,000 | 2008-01-10 | £344,712 |
| 11 Corfe Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2007-01-12 | £421,993 |
MK41 8JN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in MK41 8JN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 4,100 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peter Pan Nursery School Edward Road , MK42 9DR | 4out of 4 | 4,385 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 | 370 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hills Academy Stancliffe Road , MK41 9AT | 4out of 4 | 902 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazeldene School Stancliffe Road , MK41 9AT | 3out of 4 | 948 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Goldington Green Academy Goldington Green , MK41 0DP | 3out of 4 | 1,310 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Rigby Catholic Primary School Polhill Avenue , MK41 9DQ | 4out of 4 | 1,398 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 | 781 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Goldington Academy Haylands Way , MK41 9BX | 3out of 4 | 1,266 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Newnham School Polhill Avenue , MK41 9DT | 3out of 4 | 1,588 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic School Tyne Crescent , MK41 7UL | 4out of 4 | 2,452 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford Free School Cauldwell Street , MK42 9AD | 3out of 4 | 3,483 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 | 3,474 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School Brickhill Drive , MK41 7QZ | - not rated | 2,004 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| KWS School 51 Brunel Road , Bedford MK41 9TJ | - not rated | 2,078 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's School 78 Kimbolton Road , MK40 2PA | - not rated | 2,275 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford School De Parys Avenue , MK40 2TU | - not rated | 2,601 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Bedford Girls' School Cardington Road , MK42 0BX | - not rated | 3,195 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cod Father | 113 Church Lane | 368 yd | |
| The Cake Shop | 12 Library Walk | 750 yd | |
| Four Seasons Cafe | Mowsbury Park Cafe, Mowsbury Park, Wentworth Drive | 844 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Sportsman | The Sportsman, 58 The Boundary | 768 yd | |
| The Bluebell | 115 Putnoe Lane | 903 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 99 Church Lane | 363 yd | |
| Andys Chippy | 78 Queens Drive | 654 yd | |
| Tasty Plaice | 5 The Fairway | 754 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi, Church Lane | 368 yd | |
| Co-operative | 105-109 Church Lane | 368 yd | |
| Iceland | 95-97 Church Lane | 368 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Putnoe Primary School CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 260 yd |
| Church Lane Community Centre (Closed) Church Lane | 368 yd | |
| Mark Rutherford School WENTWORTH DRIVE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 843 yd |
| The Bury CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 859 yd |
| World Gym (Bedford) SHUTTLEWORTH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 963 yd |
| Bedford Athletic Rugby Club WENTWORTH DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 969 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 | 300.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.