Neville Crescent is in Bromham, Bedford and in Bedford district. MK43 8JF is located in the Bromham 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 Neville Crescent, Bromham, Bedford, MK43 8JF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK43 8JJ, MK43 8JQ, MK43 8NS, MK43 8PA, MK43 8JG, MK43 8PP, MK43 8JH, MK43 8NT, MK43 8JE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around MK43 8JF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.7% | 51.4% | -3.3% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 45.3% | 48.6% | 3.3% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 8JF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.4% 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 | 18.2% | 24.7% | 6.5% | 37.9% | -13.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.7% | 60.4% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 16.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 5.8% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 10% | 6.9% | -3.1% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.3% | 47.1% | 0.8% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 40.3% | 4.6% | 33.6% | 6.7% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 9.4% | -4.3% | 12.7% | -3.3% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 2.9% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 12.3% | 14.9% | 2.6% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 6.9% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 14.1% | -4.5% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 5.4% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 13.8% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.9% | 42.8% | 4.9% | 33.8% | 9.0% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.2% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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 | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 96% | 95.5% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 94.4% | 94.8% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 94.8% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 0.3% | -5.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.5% | 76.7% | 16.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.2% | 13.5% | -8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30% | 37.2% | -7.2% |
| Christian | 59.6% | 46.2% | 13.4% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.1% | 6.0% | 3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Neville Crescent was 34.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.0% lower than the Biddenham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Neville Crescent has the 12th lowest crime rate of 38 local areas in Biddenham and the 146th lowest crime rate of 543 local areas in Bedford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Neville Crescent, Bedford, Bedford Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2025-10-03 | £388,216 |
| 28 Neville Crescent, Bedford, Bedford Detached, an established residential building | £522,000 | 2024-10-04 | £539,278 |
| 58 Neville Crescent, Bedford, Bedford Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2024-09-09 | £512,948 |
| 31 Neville Crescent, Bedford, Bedford Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-08-14 | £361,948 |
| 44 Neville Crescent, Bedford, Bedford Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2024-05-10 | £516,262 |
MK43 8JF 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 MK43 8JF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 98 |
| Retired | 95 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Education | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Pan Nursery School Edward Road , MK42 9DR | 4out of 4 | 5,135 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southway Nursery School Ampthill Road , MK42 9HE | - not rated | 5,414 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bromham CofE Primary School Grange Lane , Bromham MK43 8NR | 3out of 4 | 257 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rice Trevor Lower School Grange Lane , Bromham MK43 8NR | - not rated | 269 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England VA Primary School Main Road , Biddenham MK40 4BD | - not rated | 2,238 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' CofE Academy Main Road , Biddenham MK40 4BD | 3out of 4 | 2,238 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Denham Primary School Greenkeepers Road , Great Denham MK40 4GG | 4out of 4 | 2,816 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincroft Academy Station Road , Oakley MK43 7RE | - not rated | 2,716 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Biddenham International School and Sports College Biddenham Turn , MK40 4AZ | 3out of 4 | 3,008 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kempston Academy Hill Rise , Kempston MK42 7EB | 3out of 4 | 4,945 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hastingsbury Business & Enterprise College Hill Rise , Kempston MK42 7EB | - not rated | 4,945 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford Free School Cauldwell Street , MK42 9AD | 4out of 4 | 5,279 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincroft Middle School Station Road , Oakley MK43 7RE | - not rated | 2,716 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic Middle School Biddenham Turn , MK40 4AT | - not rated | 3,152 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's RC Middle School 112 Bromham Road , MK40 2QR | - not rated | 4,264 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Bruce Middle School Bedford Road , Kempston MK42 8PU | - not rated | 4,266 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Bruce Middle School Bedford Road , Kempston MK42 8PU | - not rated | 4,266 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 5,161 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow School Chestnut Avenue , Bromham MK43 8HP | - not rated | 1,070 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford Modern School Manton Lane , MK41 7NT | - not rated | 3,859 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford Greenacre Independent School Manton Lane , MK41 7FZ | - not rated | 4,129 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rivertree Free School Hillgrounds Road , Kempston MK42 8QP | - not rated | 4,191 yd | Free schools special | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Polam School 45 Lansdowne Road , MK40 2BU | - not rated | 4,267 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Prince Of Wales | The Prince Of Wales, 8 Northampton Road | 376 yd | |
| Swan Inn | Swan Inn, 21 Bridge End | 602 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 100 Stagsden Road | 424 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budgens | 100 Stagsden Road | 424 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bromham C Of E Primary School GRANGE LANE | grass pitches | 258 yd |
| Bromham Playing Field VILLAGE ROAD | grass pitches | 494 yd |
| Chestnut Avenue Playing Fields CHESTNUT AVENUE | grass pitches | 839 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 | 208.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.