Coopers Close is in Great Barford, Bedford and in Bedford district. MK44 3DL is located in the Great Barford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Bedfordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Coopers Close, Great Barford, Bedford, MK44 3DL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK44 3JR, MK44 3JF, MK44 3JS, MK44 3JP, MK44 3JT, MK44 3BQ, MK44 3JA, MK44 3HL, MK44 3JD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding MK44 3DL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% 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 | 49.9% | 52% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 50.1% | 48% | -2.1% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
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 | 24% | 33.1% | 9.1% | 37.9% | -4.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.4% | 46.9% | -8.5% | 44.2% | 2.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 5.8% | 3.1% | -2.7% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 13.5% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 2.5% | 2.7% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.5%) 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 | 55.6% | 54.4% | -1.2% | 48.4% | 6.0% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 31.1% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 8.3% | 11.6% | 3.3% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
In the area around MK44 3DL this area, 9.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.9% | 9.2% | -5.7% | 18.2% | -9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 12.3% | -5.5% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 20.3% | 0.9% | 13.4% | 6.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 7.7% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 18.4% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.5% | 30.3% | 1.8% | 33.8% | -3.5% |
| Other | 3.7% | 1.9% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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 | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 93.2% | 96.5% | 3.3% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 95.2% | 94.2% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 3.5% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 93.9% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.2% | 76.7% | 1.5% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 15.4% | 13.5% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.3% | 37.2% | 8.1% |
| Christian | 49.4% | 46.2% | 3.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Coopers Close was 40.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.2% lower than the Brickhill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Coopers Close has the 25th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Brickhill and the 195th 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 -46.1%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% 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 Coopers Close, Bedford, Bedford Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2013-07-22 | £647,594 |
| 2 Coopers Close, Bedford, Bedford Detached, an established residential building | £293,000 | 2013-03-15 | £563,211 |
| 3 Coopers Close, Bedford, Bedford Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2011-09-16 | £475,275 |
| 2 Coopers Close, Bedford, Bedfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2004-06-24 | £541,754 |
| 2 Coopers Close, Bedford, Bedfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £117,500 | 1998-03-06 | £589,203 |
MK44 3DL area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
MK44 3DL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 127 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Barford Church of England Primary Academy Silver Street , MK44 3HZ | 2out of 4 | 552 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| John Donne Church of England Primary School High Street , Blunham MK44 3NL | 3out of 4 | 3,362 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moggerhanger Primary School Blunham Road , MK44 3RD | 3out of 4 | 3,674 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Renhold VC Primary School Church End , MK41 0LU | 4out of 4 | 4,065 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roxton Church of England Academy School Lane , Roxton MK44 3DR | 1out of 4 | 4,090 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspendisse The Coffee Shop | 31 Bedford Road | 141 yd | |
| Golden Cross Restaurant | The Golden Cross, 2-4 Bedford Road | 197 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Anchor Inn | The Anchor Inn, 85 High Street | 965 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Katmandu Kitchen | 29a Bedford Road | 151 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alban Church Of England Academy (Closed) SILVER STREET | grass pitches | 423 yd |
| Great Barford Playing Fields FISHERS CLOSE | grass pitches | 528 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 | 66.7% |
| 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.