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20,791
Population
7,145
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£70,850
Avg. household income
1,509
Businesses
138
People per km²
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About Higher Rads End

Higher Rads End is a small village located in Bedfordshire, England, within the MK17 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern houses. It is surrounded by open countryside, providing opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. The local community is close-knit, with residents often participating in village events and activities.

The village is conveniently situated near larger towns, allowing for easy access to shops, schools, and other amenities. Higher Rads End is well-connected by road, making it a suitable location for those commuting to nearby cities. The area is also served by public transport, providing further options for travel. Overall, Higher Rads End offers a peaceful setting with essential services nearby.

School Ratings in Higher Rads End

There are 27 schools in and around Higher Rads End. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Higher Rads End

The average property price is £522K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £637K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Higher Rads End

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Higher Rads End, with 36 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Higher Rads End

Higher Rads End sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Higher Rads End

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Higher Rads End, the nearest being Toddington Medical Centre (2.7 miles away).

Local Data for Higher Rads End

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Property Prices 4,846 sales

Average Price £522K
£500 , £76.51M
Detached £637K 2,037
Semi £389K 1,453
Terraced £338K 601
Flat £235K 474

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

20 Primary
6 Secondary
1 Other
Good 6
Requires improvement 3

Ofsted ratings for schools in the MK17 postcode area.

Eversholt Lower School Primary Good 0.7 miles Parkfields Middle School Middle deemed secondary Good 2.2 miles Toddington St George Church of England School Primary Good 2.4 miles Westoning Lower School Primary 2.4 miles Ridgmont Lower School Primary 2.5 miles Woodland Middle School Academy Middle deemed secondary Good 2.7 miles Flitwick Lower School Primary Good 2.7 miles Harlington Lower School Primary Good 2.8 miles Flitwick Children's Centre Requires Improvement 2.8 miles Templefield Lower School Primary Good 2.8 miles Harlington Upper School Secondary Good 2.9 miles Woburn Lower School Primary Good 2.9 miles

Household Income in Higher Rads End ONS 2023

The average total household income in Higher Rads End is approximately £70,850 a year before tax, 28% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £50,252. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Higher Rads End £70,850
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £50,252.

Businesses in Higher Rads End ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,509 active businesses based in Higher Rads End, around 73 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 17 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,509 Total businesses
73 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 92%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Higher Rads End IMD 2025

Higher Rads End sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 60%
Older 65+ 21%
3,932 Children (0-15) 19%
12,458 Working Age 60%
4,407 Older (65+) 21%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 21.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.4% 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 Higher Rads End 285 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Higher Rads End sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 113
Criminal Damage & Arson 36
Anti-Social Behaviour 28
Public Order 26
Other Theft 18
Shoplifting 18
Drugs 14
Vehicle Crime 13
Burglary 8
Other Crime 5
Bicycle Theft 2
Weapons 2
Robbery 1
Theft from Person 1
Local Policing
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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 2.8 miles
Harlington (Bedfordshire) Train Station 2.8 miles
Ridgmont Train Station 3.5 miles
Lidlington Train Station 4.2 miles
Woburn Sands Train Station 5 miles
Millbrook (Bedfordshire) Train Station 5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Church End 0.6 miles Tingrith 0.6 miles Eversholt 0.6 miles Tyrells End 0.9 miles Froxfield 1.4 miles Higher Berry End 1.4 miles Milton Bryan 1.8 miles Steppingley 2.2 miles Westoning 2.5 miles Toddington 2.6 miles Harlington 2.8 miles Flitwick 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Buckinghamshire
Ward Great Brickhill
Constituency Buckingham
Parish Newton Longville
Region South East

Home Ownership in Higher Rads End

Of the 8,659 households in and around Higher Rads End, 74% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 74% Social rented 11% Private rented 15%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Higher Rads End.

Frequently Asked Questions about Higher Rads End

What is the population of Higher Rads End?
Higher Rads End has a population of approximately 20,791 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Higher Rads End?
The average property in and around Higher Rads End sold for about £521,808, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 49% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Higher Rads End a deprived area?
Higher Rads End sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Higher Rads End?
Higher Rads End is covered by the MK17 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Higher Rads End?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Higher Rads End, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Higher Rads End?
The nearest railway station to Higher Rads End is Flitwick Train Station, about 2.8 miles away.

Streets in MK17 30 shown View all streets

A421 7 A5 2 Abbats Wood 1 Acker Bilk Drive 1 Ambridge Lane 2 Amy Grove 1 Appleacres 2 Applecroft 1 Asplands Close 4 Aspley Hill 5 Aspley Lane 1 Aspley Woods View 1 B4032 2 Badgers Holt 2 Bannister Drive 1 Barber Drive 1 Barker Grove 1 Bates Gardens 1 Battlesden Avenue 2 Bay Tree Close 1 Bedford Road 3 Bedford Street 8 Bel Air Grove 3 Bell Close 1 Bell Grove 1 Bellway 1 Belvedere Lane 1 Berry End 1 Berry Lane 2 Berry Way 2

Postcodes in MK17 50 shown View all postcodes

MK17 0AA MK17 0AD MK17 0AE MK17 0AF MK17 0AG MK17 0AH MK17 0AJ MK17 0AL MK17 0AN MK17 0AP MK17 0AQ MK17 0AR MK17 0AS MK17 0AT MK17 0AU MK17 0AW MK17 0AX MK17 0AY MK17 0BA MK17 0BB MK17 0BD MK17 0BE MK17 0BG MK17 0BH MK17 0BJ MK17 0BL MK17 0BN MK17 0BP MK17 0BQ MK17 0BS MK17 0BT MK17 0BU MK17 0BW MK17 0BX MK17 0BY MK17 0BZ MK17 0DA MK17 0DB MK17 0DD MK17 0DE MK17 0DF MK17 0DG MK17 0DH MK17 0DJ MK17 0DL MK17 0DN MK17 0DP MK17 0DQ MK17 0DR MK17 0DS