Roundmead is in Bedford and in North Bedfordshire district. MK41 9JD 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 Roundmead, Bedford, MK41 9JD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK41 9LR, MK41 9HZ, MK41 9JE, MK41 9JB, MK41 9JF, MK41 9JQ, MK41 9JG, MK41 9LS, MK41 8EL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding MK41 9JD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54% 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 | 55.8% | 54% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 3.0% |
| Male | 44.2% | 46% | 1.8% | 49.0% | -3.0% |
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 9JD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.7% 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 | 41% | 53.7% | 12.7% | 37.9% | 15.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.8% | 28.5% | -3.3% | 44.2% | -15.7% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 2.9% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 10.3% | -3.1% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 4.5% | -5.2% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 40.1% | 38.1% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -10.3% |
| Good health | 41.3% | 41.1% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 7.5% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 14.6% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 6.3% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.2% | 21.6% | -11.6% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.7% | 13.9% | -6.8% | 9.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 18.8% | 5.9% | 13.4% | 5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 2.9% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 15.9% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.8% | 20.8% | 12.0% | 33.8% | -13.0% |
| Other | 9.2% | 6.1% | -3.1% | 2.8% | 3.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 64% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 5.8% | 5.9% | 0.1% | 3.1% | 2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 2.5% | 1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 4.5% | 5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | 4.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 2.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 2.9% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 7.1% | 4.1% | -3.0% | 0.9% | 3.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| White | 75.3% | 64% | -11.3% | 81.4% | -17.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 78.1% 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 | 77.6% | 78.1% | 0.5% | 83.2% | -5.1% |
| European Union | 11.9% | 12.4% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 3.8% | 1.9% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.1% | 4.4% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 76.6% | 78.8% | 2.2% | 83.2% | -4.4% |
| 10+ Years | 3.5% | 15.5% | 12.0% | 9.8% | 5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.2% | 2.4% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 9% | 1.8% | -7.2% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.7% | 1.5% | -6.2% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.2% | 76.7% | -19.5% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 3.8% | 0.3% | 3.5% |
| Poland | 4.1% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| Romania | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 24.8% | 13.5% | 11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.2% | 37.2% | 2.0% |
| Christian | 41.8% | 46.2% | -4.4% |
| Hindu | 4.2% | 1.7% | 2.5% |
| Muslim | 6.2% | 6.5% | -0.3% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 3.3% | 0.6% | 2.7% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Roundmead was 52.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.3% lower than the De Parys average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Roundmead has the 34th highest crime rate of 73 local areas in De Parys and the 261st lowest crime rate of 543 local areas in Bedford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Roundmead, Bedford, Bedford Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-07-24 | £278,631 |
| 13 Roundmead, Bedford, Bedford Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,800 | 2023-12-15 | £301,100 |
| 1 Roundmead, Bedford, Bedford Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2022-07-28 | £270,169 |
| 7 Roundmead, Bedford, Bedford Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2020-12-14 | £286,606 |
| 13 Roundmead, Bedford, Bedford Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2017-03-07 | £276,204 |
The percentage of student residents living in MK41 9JD area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Education | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 3,365 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peter Pan Nursery School Edward Road , MK42 9DR | 4out of 4 | 3,666 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hills Academy Stancliffe Road , MK41 9AT | 4out of 4 | 530 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazeldene School Stancliffe Road , MK41 9AT | 3out of 4 | 564 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Rigby Catholic Primary School Polhill Avenue , MK41 9DQ | 4out of 4 | 719 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Goldington Green Academy Goldington Green , MK41 0DP | 3out of 4 | 991 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Putnoe Primary School Church Lane , MK41 0DH | 3out of 4 | 1,017 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goldington Academy Haylands Way , MK41 9BX | 3out of 4 | 537 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Newnham School Polhill Avenue , MK41 9DT | 3out of 4 | 991 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mark Rutherford School Wentworth Drive , MK41 8PX | 3out of 4 | 1,446 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic School Tyne Crescent , MK41 7UL | 4out of 4 | 2,493 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford Free School Cauldwell Street , MK42 9AD | 3out of 4 | 2,772 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 | 2,771 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 | 1,451 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School Brickhill Drive , MK41 7QZ | - not rated | 1,617 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's School 78 Kimbolton Road , MK40 2PA | - not rated | 1,662 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford School De Parys Avenue , MK40 2TU | - not rated | 1,968 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Bedford Girls' School Cardington Road , MK42 0BX | - not rated | 2,469 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cloverdale Retreat (Cafe) | Priory Country Park, Barkers Lane | 896 yd | |
| The Cake Shop | 12 Library Walk | 931 yd | |
| Toby Carvery | 403 Goldington Road | 953 yd | |
| Cod Father | 113 Church Lane | 999 yd | |
| La Rotonda Pizzeria | 10 Wendover Drive | 1,047 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Sportsman | The Sportsman, 58 The Boundary | 333 yd | |
| The Bluebell | 115 Putnoe Lane | 948 yd | |
| The Anchor | The Anchor, 397 Goldington Road | 953 yd | |
| The White Horse | The White Horse, 84 Newnham Avenue | 1,041 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andys Chippy | 78 Queens Drive | 254 yd | |
| Tasty Plaice | 5 The Fairway | 428 yd | |
| Subway | 99 Church Lane | 1,004 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi, Church Lane | 999 yd | |
| Co-operative | 105-109 Church Lane | 999 yd | |
| Iceland | 95-97 Church Lane | 999 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Goldington Academy HAYLANDS WAY | grass pitches | 592 yd |
| The Bury CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 692 yd |
| University Of Bedfordshire (Bedford Campus) POLHILL AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 795 yd |
| St John Rigby Catholic Primary School POLHILL AVENUE | grass pitches | 808 yd |
| Putnoe Primary School CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 963 yd |
| Church Lane Community Centre (Closed) Church Lane | 1,003 yd | |
| World Gym (Bedford) SHUTTLEWORTH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,023 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 251.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.