Roxton Road is in Great Barford, Bedford and in Bedford district. MK44 3LS is located in the Great Barford 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 Roxton Road, Great Barford, Bedford, MK44 3LS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK44 3LD, MK44 3PW, MK44 3JB, MK44 3LT, MK44 3LE, MK44 3LB, MK44 3JD, MK44 3HJ, MK44 3LA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding MK44 3LS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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 | 51.1% | 53.1% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 48.9% | 46.9% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 MK44 3LS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.1% 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 | 23.5% | 21.7% | -1.8% | 37.9% | -16.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55% | 60.1% | 5.1% | 44.2% | 15.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.1% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 8.3% | -3.3% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 7.6% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 49.2% | 49.9% | 0.7% | 48.4% | 1.5% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 35.1% | 1.5% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 14% | 11.5% | -2.5% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 21.1% | 15.7% | -5.4% | 18.2% | -2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 12% | 2.0% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 12.8% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 4.7% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 17.5% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.1% | 31.8% | -1.3% | 33.8% | -2.0% |
| Other | 4.4% | 5.5% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 2.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91% 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% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Black African | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 96.1% | 91% | -5.1% | 81.4% | 9.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 94.5% | 93.8% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 93.5% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.2% | 0% | -6.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.7% | 76.7% | 15.0% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 7.4% | 13.5% | -6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.3% | 37.2% | -1.9% |
| Christian | 57.9% | 46.2% | 11.7% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Roxton Road was 74.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.4% higher than the Brickhill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Roxton Road has the 15th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Brickhill and the 196th highest crime rate of 543 local areas in Bedford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 108.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Roxton Road, Bedford, Bedford Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2021-02-09 | £528,611 |
| 12 Roxton Road, Bedford, Bedford Detached, an established residential building | £527,000 | 2018-03-02 | £649,675 |
| 7 Roxton Road, Bedford, Bedford Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2016-06-10 | £322,867 |
| 1 Roxton Road, Bedford, Bedford Terraced, an established residential building | £371,000 | 2015-11-03 | £554,621 |
| 14 Roxton Road, Bedford, Bedford Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2015-10-29 | £469,752 |
The percentage of retired residents living in MK44 3LS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 3,134 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roxton Church of England Academy School Lane , Roxton MK44 3DR | 1out of 4 | 3,626 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moggerhanger Primary School Blunham Road , MK44 3RD | 3out of 4 | 3,748 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Renhold VC Primary School Church End , MK41 0LU | 4out of 4 | 4,391 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy Secondary School Engayne Avenue , SG19 1BL | 3out of 4 | 5,364 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Cross Restaurant | The Golden Cross, 2-4 Bedford Road | 268 yd | |
| Suspendisse The Coffee Shop | 31 Bedford Road | 337 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Anchor Inn | The Anchor Inn, 85 High Street | 917 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Katmandu Kitchen | 29a Bedford Road | 324 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alban Church Of England Academy (Closed) SILVER STREET | grass pitches | 488 yd |
| Great Barford Playing Fields FISHERS CLOSE | grass pitches | 504 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 | 84.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 84.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 84.6% |
| 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 | 75.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 171.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 27.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.