About Bushmead

Bushmead is a small village located in Bedfordshire, within the MK44 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of Bedford, situated near the River Great Ouse. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. The surrounding area is largely rural, with open fields and farmland extending beyond the village boundaries. Bushmead is close to the A6 road, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities. The village has a community hall and a small local shop, serving the needs of its residents. It is a quiet, settled area with a strong sense of local identity. The landscape is flat and open, typical of the Bedfordshire countryside.

School Ratings in Bushmead

Families in Bushmead have access to 26 local schools. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bushmead

Homes sell for an average of £502K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £555K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bushmead

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Vehicle crime is the leading concern across Bushmead, with 3 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bushmead

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bushmead around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bushmead

Broadband services in Bushmead 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 2,300 sales

Average Price £502K
£500 — £30.34M
Detached £555K 1,212
Semi £367K 482
Terraced £274K 363
Flat £240K 37

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

18 Primary
2 Secondary
6 Other
Kymbrook Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Great Staughton Primary Academy Primary 2.7 miles The Eatons Child and Family Centre Good 3.2 miles Bushmead Primary School Primary 3.2 miles Wilden CofE VA Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles Crosshall Infant School Primary Good 3.6 miles Crosshall Junior School Primary 3.6 miles Thurleigh Primary School Primary Good 4.1 miles Eynesbury CofE C Primary School Primary Good 4.3 miles Ernulf Academy Secondary 4.3 miles Cambian Walnut Tree Lodge School Good 4.3 miles Roxton Church of England Academy Primary Good 4.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bushmead IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Bushmead 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
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
5/10
7,097 Children (0-15) 18%
23,583 Working Age 60%
10,975 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.4% 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 Bushmead 17 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Bushmead are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

6 Violence & Sexual Offences
3 Vehicle Crime
3 Other Crime
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Public Order
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
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 4 stations

St Neots Train Station 5.1 miles
Bedford Train Station 8.1 miles
Bedford St Johns Train Station 8.1 miles
Sandy Train Station 8.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Staughton Moor 1.4 miles Colmworth 1.4 miles Little Staughton 1.4 miles Honeydon 1.8 miles West End 1.8 miles Staploe 1.9 miles Bolnhurst 2 miles Keysoe Row 2 miles Upper Staploe 2 miles Rootham's Green 2 miles Duloe 2.5 miles Channel's End 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Bedford
County Cambridgeshire
Ward Sharnbrook
Constituency North East Bedfordshire
Parish Knotting and Souldrop
Region East of England

Streets in MK44 30 shown View all streets

A1 4 Addingtons Road 2 All Saints Road 1 Arkwright Road 1 Armistice Croft 1 Avenue Farm Lane 1 B660 2 Back Lane 3 Balls Lane 1 Barford Road 5 Barrance Way 1 Beanfield Close 1 Beauchamp Place 1 Bedford Road 23 Bedford Southern Bypass 2 Begwary Lane 1 Bennetts Close 2 Birch End Road 1 Birchfield Road 1 Bletsoe Road 3 Blunham Road 4 Bourne End Lane 3 Bourne Road 1 Bowers Close 1 Bowers Lane 1 Brickhill Close 1 Brittons Close 2 Brook Lane 1 Brooklands Road 1 Brookside 1

Postcodes in MK44 50 shown View all postcodes

MK44 1AA MK44 1AB MK44 1AD MK44 1AE MK44 1AF MK44 1AG MK44 1AH MK44 1AJ MK44 1AL MK44 1AN MK44 1AP MK44 1AQ MK44 1AR MK44 1AS MK44 1AT MK44 1AU MK44 1AW MK44 1AX MK44 1BA MK44 1BB MK44 1BD MK44 1BE MK44 1BF MK44 1BG MK44 1BH MK44 1BJ MK44 1BL MK44 1BN MK44 1BP MK44 1BQ MK44 1BS MK44 1BT MK44 1BU MK44 1BX MK44 1BY MK44 1BZ MK44 1DA MK44 1DB MK44 1DD MK44 1DE MK44 1DF MK44 1DG MK44 1DH MK44 1DJ MK44 1DL MK44 1DN MK44 1DP MK44 1DQ MK44 1DR MK44 1DS