Is MK40 1PG a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
1007 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of MK40 1PG. Most common: Violence & sexual offences.
House prices
£329,830
Average price in Bedford (2026-06, UK House Price Index). Up 4.4% year on year.
- Terraced
- £275,742
- Semi-detached
- £346,527
- Detached
- £560,990
- Flat / maisonette
- £159,325
Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for MK40 1PG specifically.
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
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CQC ratings near MK40 1PG on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near MK40 1PG on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.