About Salford Ford

Salford Ford is a small village located in Bedfordshire, England, within the MK17 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, offering a peaceful environment for its inhabitants. It features a few local amenities, including a primary school and a couple of shops, which cater to the daily needs of the community. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. The village is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those travelling to nearby towns and cities. Salford Ford is situated close to the River Ouse, which adds to the local scenery. The area is also within reach of larger urban centres, allowing residents to enjoy both the tranquillity of village life and the conveniences of city amenities.

School Ratings in Salford Ford

Salford Ford is served by 62 schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Salford Ford

Property prices average £526K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £640K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Salford Ford

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Other theft accounts for the highest share in Salford Ford, with 28 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Salford Ford

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Salford Ford falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Salford Ford

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Salford Ford, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,111 sales

Average Price £526K
£500 — £76.51M
Detached £640K 2,126
Semi £388K 1,534
Terraced £338K 642
Flat £230K 512

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

38 Primary
5 Secondary
19 Other
St Mary's Wavendon CofE Primary Primary 0.5 miles Swallowfield Primary Primary 1.4 miles Glebe Farm School All-through 1.5 miles Fulbrook School Secondary Requires Improvement 1.7 miles Aspley Guise Village School Primary 1.8 miles Wavendon Gate School Primary Good 2.1 miles The Bridges Children's Centre Requires Improvement 2.1 miles Husborne Crawley Lower School Primary Good 2.2 miles Brooklands Farm Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Cranfield University Good 2.3 miles Walton High Secondary Good 2.4 miles Monkston Primary School Primary 2.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Salford Ford IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Salford Ford in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,421 Children (0-15) 19%
27,526 Working Age 62%
11,242 Older (60+) 25%
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 Salford Ford 296 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Salford Ford is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

139 Violence & Sexual Offences
28 Other Theft
24 Criminal Damage & Arson
19 Anti-Social Behaviour
18 Vehicle Crime
17 Shoplifting
14 Drugs
13 Public Order
10 Burglary
4 Theft from Person
4 Other Crime
3 Robbery
2 Bicycle Theft
1 Weapons
Local Policing
Bedfordshire Flitwick, Ampthill, Marston and Cranfield Visit force website →
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

Woburn Sands Train Station 1.5 miles
Aspley Guise Train Station 2 miles
Ridgmont Train Station 2 miles
Bow Brickhill Train Station 3.3 miles
Lidlington Train Station 3.3 miles
Fenny Stratford Train Station 4.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hulcote 0.6 miles Lower End 0.6 miles Salford 0.6 miles Cross End 1.4 miles Aspley Guise 1.4 miles Church End 1.8 miles Kingston 1.9 miles Brogborough 1.9 miles Brinklow 2 miles Wavendon 2 miles Woburn Sands 2 miles Aspley Heath 2 miles

Local Government

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

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