May Road is in Turvey, Bedford and in Bedford district. MK43 8DX is located in the Bromham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Bedfordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about May Road, Turvey, Bedford, MK43 8DX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK43 8DT, MK43 8DS, MK43 8DN, MK43 8EA, MK43 8DU, MK43 8DY, MK43 8EX, MK43 8DP, MK43 8ED.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around MK43 8DX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 51.6% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.4% | -0.5% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.7% | 31.4% | 9.7% | 37.9% | -6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.9% | 43.7% | -14.2% | 44.2% | -0.5% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3.5% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 9% | 10.9% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 10.5% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
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 | 42.2% | 44.4% | 2.2% | 48.4% | -4.0% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 35.6% | -2.3% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 14.5% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 4.4% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 17.2% | 12.3% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 11.4% | -0.8% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 11% | -6.2% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 6.1% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 19.3% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.2% | 34.2% | 3.0% | 33.8% | 0.4% |
| Other | 2.7% | 5.7% | 3.0% | 2.8% | 2.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.7% | 89.8% | -5.9% | 81.4% | 8.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
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 | 96.8% | 92.8% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 5.4% | 4.7% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 92.1% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.8% | 76.7% | 5.1% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 11.1% | 13.5% | -2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.3% | 37.2% | 3.1% |
| Christian | 50.4% | 46.2% | 4.2% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Sikh | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around May Road was 42.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.6% higher than the Bromham average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
May Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Bromham and the 208th lowest crime rate of 543 local areas in Bedford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May Cottages May Road, Bedford, Bedford Terraced, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2016-02-26 | £281,165 |
| 2 May Cottages May Road, Bedford, Bedford Terraced, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2014-07-04 | £279,743 |
| 2 May Cottages May Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2007-08-03 | £277,217 |
| 3 May Cottages May Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2004-05-21 | £336,318 |
| 3 May Cottages May Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £134,950 | 2003-02-12 | £364,814 |
MK43 8DX 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 8DX 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 | 72 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turvey Primary School May Road , Turvey MK43 8DY | 3out of 4 | 115 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton Blossomville Church of England School Newton Blossomville , Turvey MK43 8AL | 4out of 4 | 2,284 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lavendon School High Street , Lavendon MK46 4HA | 4out of 4 | 2,827 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton CofE Primary School The Moor , Carlton MK43 7JR | 4out of 4 | 3,530 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrold Primary Academy The Green , Harrold MK43 7DB | 3out of 4 | 4,486 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Three Cranes | The Three Cranes, High Street | 329 yd | |
| Ye Three Fyshes | Ye Three Fyshes Inn, Bridge Street | 554 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Turvey Playing Fields Grove Road | grass pitches | 185 yd |
| Turvey Primary School MAY ROAD | grass pitches | 244 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.