Is MK42 9JE a nice place to live?

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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)

943 crimes recorded

Within roughly a mile of MK42 9JE. Most common: Violence & sexual offences.

Violence & sexual offences
327
Shoplifting
169
Anti-social behaviour
115
Public order
77
Other theft
52
Criminal damage & arson
46
Vehicle crime
39
Drugs
27

House prices

£333,824

Average price in Bedford (2026-07, UK House Price Index). Up 3.9% year on year.

Terraced
£279,834
Semi-detached
£351,158
Detached
£567,193
Flat / maisonette
£160,624

Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for MK42 9JE 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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GP & dentist ratings

CQC ratings near MK42 9JE on Check My GP

Food hygiene ratings

FSA ratings near MK42 9JE on Check Food Hygiene

Nearby postcodes

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