Grange Road is in Barton Le Clay, Bedford and in South Bedfordshire district. MK45 4RE is located in the Barton-le-Clay & Silsoe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Bedfordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Grange Road, Barton Le Clay, Bedford, MK45 4RE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK45 4NF, MK45 4PL, MK45 4RS, MK45 4LN, MK45 4FR, MK45 4RG, MK45 4RH, MK45 4RW, MK45 4PG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding MK45 4RE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.6% 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 | 50.8% | 53.6% | 2.8% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 49.2% | 46.4% | -2.8% | 49.0% | -2.6% |
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 | 26.7% | 33.6% | 6.9% | 37.9% | -4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58% | 49.1% | -8.9% | 44.2% | 4.9% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 9.5% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 4.6% | -1.1% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.8%) 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 | 58.4% | 57.4% | -1.0% | 48.4% | 9.0% |
| Good health | 32% | 32.4% | 0.4% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 7.6% | 10.1% | 2.5% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 MK45 4RE this area, 7.8% 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 | 7.3% | 7.8% | 0.5% | 18.2% | -10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 9.5% | -5.8% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.6% | 20.1% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 6.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 4.6% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.4% | 24.4% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 7.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.7% | 32.5% | 0.8% | 33.8% | -1.3% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.1% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2% | 1.8% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 2.7% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 91% | 91.3% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 9.9% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 95.5% | 93.5% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93% | 93.5% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.9% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 2.7% | -2.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.4% | 76.7% | 14.7% |
| Ireland | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 3.9% | 13.5% | -9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.6% | 37.2% | 2.4% |
| Christian | 53.6% | 46.2% | 7.4% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 2.1% | 6.0% | -3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grange Road was 15.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.7% lower than the Barton-le-Clay & Silsoe average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Grange Road has the 6th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Barton-le-Clay & Silsoe and the 89th lowest crime rate of 871 local areas in Central Bedfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Grange Road, Bedford, Central Bedfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £605,000 | 2025-06-16 | £613,207 |
| 21 Grange Road, Bedford, Central Bedfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2025-02-24 | £337,204 |
| 8 Grange Road, Bedford, Central Bedfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £321,000 | 2024-10-18 | £336,348 |
| 39 Grange Road, Bedford, Central Bedfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2024-02-23 | £459,060 |
| 2 Grange Road, Bedford, Central Bedfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £338,000 | 2024-02-20 | £364,545 |
MK45 4RE 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 | 126 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Education | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Information and communication | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramsey Manor Lower School Manor Road , Barton-le-Clay MK45 4NS | - not rated | 1,086 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hexton Junior Mixed and Infant School Hexton , SG5 3JL | 3out of 4 | 3,064 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pulloxhill Lower School Fieldside Road , Pulloxhill MK45 5HN | 4out of 4 | 3,243 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Silsoe CofE VC Lower School Chestnut Avenue , Silsoe MK45 4GP | 4out of 4 | 4,192 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harlington Lower School Westoning Road , Harlington LU5 6PD | 4out of 4 | 4,594 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harlington Upper School Goswell End Road , Harlington LU5 6NX | 3out of 4 | 4,157 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arnold Academy Hexton Road , Barton-le-Clay MK45 4JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,207 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard School & Nursery Higham Gobion Road , Barton-le-Clay MK45 4RB | - not rated | 915 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oracle Unit 54 , Wrest Park MK45 4HS | - not rated | 4,960 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Plant Prescription | The Olde Watermill Shopping Village, Faldo Road | 307 yd | |
| Mill House Coffee Shop | The Olde Watermill Shopping Village, Faldo Road | 307 yd | |
| The Pudding Shop | 79 Bedford Road, Barton-le-Clay | 311 yd | |
| The Shack | 24 Bedford Road, Barton-le-Clay | 364 yd | |
| Passage to India | Bedford Road, Barton-le-Clay | 425 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Waggon and Horses | 105 Bedford Road, Barton-le-Clay | 252 yd | |
| Barton Bowls Club | Barton-le-Clay Bowling Club, Sharpenhoe Road | 456 yd | |
| Barton Rovers Football Club | Sharpenhoe Road, Barton-le-Clay | 456 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | Bedford Road, Barton-le-Clay | 571 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wok n Go Oriental Takeaway | The Olde Watermill Shopping Village, Faldo Road | 307 yd | |
| Barton Fish & Chips | 28 Bedford Road, Barton-Le-Clay | 358 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | 85 Bedford Road, Barton-le-Clay | 356 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Barton Rovers Fc SHARPENHOE ROAD | grass pitches | 620 yd |
| Luton Road Sports Field SHARPENHOE ROAD | grass pitches | 662 yd |
| Ramsey Manor Lower School MANOR ROAD | grass pitches | 957 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 | 96.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.8% |
| 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 | 255.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.