About Beadlow

Beadlow is a small village located in the county of Bedfordshire, in the east of England. It lies within the SG17 postcode area and is situated near the border with Cambridgeshire. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. It is close to the A119 road, which connects it to nearby towns such as Sandy and St Neots. Beadlow is part of the civil parish of Sandy, and the surrounding area is largely rural, with open fields and farmland. There are no major commercial centres within the village itself, but local amenities are accessible in the nearby towns. The community is quiet and family-oriented, with a strong sense of local identity. The village is served by local bus routes and is within easy reach of larger towns for shopping and services.

School Ratings in Beadlow

Families in Beadlow have access to 36 local schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Beadlow

Homes sell for an average of £432K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £521K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Beadlow

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Beadlow, with 12 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Beadlow

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Beadlow around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Beadlow

Broadband services in Beadlow range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,514 sales

Average Price £432K
£500 £13.2M
Detached £521K 1,130
Semi £358K 608
Terraced £292K 471
Flat £195K 201

Deprivation and Employment in Beadlow IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Beadlow are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
6/10
Health
8/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
7/10
3,787 Children (0-15) 19%
12,470 Working Age 61%
5,265 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 23.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.3% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Beadlow 62 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Beadlow is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

16 Violence & Sexual Offences
12 Shoplifting
10 Anti-Social Behaviour
7 Criminal Damage & Arson
6 Public Order
3 Other Theft
2 Burglary
2 Drugs
2 Other Crime
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Flitwick Train Station 5 miles
Arlesey Train Station 5.4 miles
Kempston Hardwick Train Station 5.8 miles
Millbrook (Bedfordshire) Train Station 6.2 miles
Stewartby Train Station 6.3 miles
Biggleswade Train Station 6.5 miles

Location

Local Government

District Central Bedfordshire
Ward Shefford
Constituency Mid Bedfordshire
Parish Shefford
Region East of England