About Maulden

Maulden is a village located in Bedfordshire, England, within the MK45 postcode area. It is situated approximately three miles south of the town of Ampthill and about five miles north of Luton. The village features a mix of residential areas and open countryside, making it a pleasant place for those who enjoy outdoor activities. The local community is served by a primary school, a church, and a few shops, providing essential services for residents. Maulden Common, an area of natural beauty, is nearby and offers opportunities for walking and enjoying nature. The village is well-connected by road, making it accessible for visitors and those commuting to nearby towns.

School Ratings in Maulden

Families in Maulden have access to 33 local schools. Esland Bedford School and Gravenhurst Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Maulden

Homes sell for an average of £431K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £535K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Maulden

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Other theft is the leading concern across Maulden, with 7 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Maulden

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Maulden among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Maulden

Maulden benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 8,148 sales

Average Price £431K
£100 — £16.63M
Detached £535K 3,259
Semi £346K 2,403
Terraced £302K 1,621
Flat £230K 545

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

23 Primary
6 Secondary
4 Other
Maulden Lower School Primary Good 0.4 miles Russell Lower School Primary Good 1.3 miles Alameda Middle School Middle deemed secondary Good 1.6 miles The Firs Lower School Primary 1.6 miles Redborne Upper School and Community College Secondary Good 1.8 miles Houghton Conquest Lower School Primary Good 2 miles St Mary's VA CofE Lower School Primary Good 2 miles Greenfield CofE VC Lower School Primary Good 2.3 miles Kingsmoor Lower School Primary 2.4 miles Silsoe CofE VC Lower School Primary Good 2.5 miles Flitwick Children's Centre Requires Improvement 2.6 miles Templefield Lower School Primary Good 2.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Maulden IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Maulden experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
7/10
15,555 Children (0-15) 20%
48,991 Working Age 62%
18,546 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.2% 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 Maulden 43 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Maulden 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 town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

21 Violence & Sexual Offences
7 Other Theft
5 Anti-Social Behaviour
4 Vehicle Crime
3 Burglary
2 Public Order
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
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 2.6 miles
Millbrook (Bedfordshire) Train Station 3.2 miles
Stewartby Train Station 3.7 miles
Kempston Hardwick Train Station 3.9 miles
Lidlington Train Station 4.1 miles
Harlington (Bedfordshire) Train Station 5.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Green End 0.6 miles Water End 0.9 miles Hall End 1.4 miles Ampthill 1.4 miles Haynes West End 1.4 miles How End 1.8 miles Flitton 1.9 miles Cooper's Hill 2 miles Clophill 2 miles Wardhedges 2 miles Houghton Conquest 2 miles Silsoe 2.2 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in MK45 30 shown View all streets

A507 3 A5120 1 A6 2 A600 2 Abbey Close 1 Abbey Lane 1 Abbis Close 1 Acorn Close 2 Adams Close 1 Ailesbury Road 2 Alameda Road 2 Alameda Walk 2 Albert Place 1 Almers Close 1 Almond Crescent 2 Althorp Close 2 Ampthill Road 17 Andrews Close 3 Angelica Grove 1 Apple Glebe 1 Apple Tree Close 2 Aragon Road 1 Armstrong Close 3 Arnold Close 1 Arthur Street 2 Arundel Close 1 Ash Close 2 Ash Grove 1 Ash Tree Covert 1 Ashburnham Road 1

Postcodes in MK45 50 shown View all postcodes

MK45 1AA MK45 1AB MK45 1AD MK45 1AE MK45 1AF MK45 1AG MK45 1AH MK45 1AJ MK45 1AL MK45 1AN MK45 1AP MK45 1AQ MK45 1AR MK45 1AS MK45 1AT MK45 1AU MK45 1AW MK45 1AX MK45 1AY MK45 1AZ MK45 1BA MK45 1BB MK45 1BD MK45 1BF MK45 1BG MK45 1BJ MK45 1BL MK45 1BN MK45 1BP MK45 1BQ MK45 1BS MK45 1BT MK45 1BU MK45 1BW MK45 1BX MK45 1BY MK45 1BZ MK45 1DA MK45 1DB MK45 1DD MK45 1DE MK45 1DF MK45 1DG MK45 1DH MK45 1DJ MK45 1DL MK45 1DN MK45 1DP MK45 1DQ MK45 1DS