Church Lane is in Pavenham, Bedford and in Bedford district. MK43 7PT is located in the Sharnbrook electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Bedfordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Lane, Pavenham, Bedford, MK43 7PT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK43 7PZ, MK43 7QA, MK43 7PD, MK43 7NH, MK43 7NJ, MK43 7AN, MK43 7NZ, MK43 7PY, MK43 7PX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around MK43 7PT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.3% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 50% | 48.7% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 MK43 7PT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.2% 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 | 20.1% | 21.4% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -16.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.3% | 59.2% | -1.1% | 44.2% | 15.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.7% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 7.6% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 9.2% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 | 53.6% | 46.5% | -7.1% | 48.4% | -1.9% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 35.6% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 9.5% | 14.5% | 5.0% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 2.5% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.4% | 14.7% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.4% | 7.1% | -2.3% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.1% | 11.8% | 0.7% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 4.2% | -1.8% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 11.3% | -0.2% | 16.9% | -5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 41% | 49.2% | 8.2% | 33.8% | 15.4% |
| Other | 5.6% | 1.7% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 96.7% | 94.9% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.8% | 92.8% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 2.5% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 92.8% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 0.4% | -5.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.7% | 76.7% | 11.0% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.9% | 13.5% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.5% | 37.2% | -3.7% |
| Christian | 56.7% | 46.2% | 10.5% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Lane was 18.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.3% lower than the Bromham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Lane has the 9th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Bromham and the 58th lowest crime rate of 543 local areas in Bedford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.2%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Church Lane, Bedford, Bedford Detached, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2019-07-12 | £724,618 |
| 3 Church Lane, Bedford, Bedfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £156,000 | 1996-12-16 | £904,626 |
| 1 Church Lane, Bedford, Bedfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £65,500 | 1996-10-11 | £414,039 |
MK43 7PT area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
MK43 7PT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 MK43 7PT 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%.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pinchmill Primary School The Old Road , Felmersham MK43 7JD | 3out of 4 | 2,524 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Milton Ernest CofE Primary School Thurleigh Road , Milton Ernest MK44 1RF | 3out of 4 | 3,182 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakley Primary Academy Station Road , Oakley MK43 7RE | 3out of 4 | 3,448 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton CofE Primary School The Moor , Carlton MK43 7JR | 4out of 4 | 3,825 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sharnbrook Primary High Street , Sharnbrook MK44 1PF | 4out of 4 | 4,408 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincroft Academy Station Road , Oakley MK43 7RE | 3out of 4 | 3,520 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sharnbrook Academy Odell Road , Sharnbrook MK44 1JL | 3out of 4 | 4,038 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pavenham Park Golf Club | Pavenham Park Golf Club, High Street | 416 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pavenham Village Hall And Playing Field The Green | grass pitches, tennis courts | 875 yd |
| Pavenham Park Golf Club PAVENHAM PARK GOLF CLUB PAVENHAM PARK GOLF CLUB HIGH STREET | golf | 893 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.