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Location in Greater LondonBedford Park sits where the marker shows within the county.

50,072
Population
20,128
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£67,188
Avg. household income
2,534
Businesses
9,166
People per km²
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About Bedford Park

In Greater London, Bedford Park is a town. Addresses here fall under the W12 postcode district. Neighbouring places include Acton Green and Hammersmith.

Around 50,072 people live in Bedford Park, a densely built-up urban area. According to Office for National Statistics figures, household incomes in Bedford Park sit above the England and Wales average, and the local business base is made up overwhelmingly of small firms.

School Ratings in Bedford Park

Families in Bedford Park have access to 669 local schools. Randolph Beresford Early Years Centre and Randolph Beresford Early Years Centre are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bedford Park

Homes sell for an average of £859K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £748K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bedford Park

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Bedford Park, with 653 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bedford Park

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bedford Park 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.

Healthcare in Bedford Park

There are 159 GP surgeries within three miles of Bedford Park, the nearest being The Vale Surgery (0.4 miles away).

Property Prices 4,754 sales

Average Price £859K
£500 , £25M
Detached £2.28M 14
Semi £1.57M 123
Terraced £1.05M 1,012
Flat £748K 3,366

Household Income in Bedford Park ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bedford Park is approximately £67,188 a year before tax, 21% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £49,251. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bedford Park £67,188
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £49,251.

Businesses in Bedford Park ONS 2025

There are approximately 2,534 active businesses based in Bedford Park, around 51 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 50 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

2,534 Total businesses
51 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Bedford Park IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Bedford Park 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
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
7/10
Health
5/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
2/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 74%
Older 65+ 9%
8,430 Children (0-15) 17%
36,977 Working Age 74%
4,657 Older (65+) 9%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 45.8% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 41.9% 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 Bedford Park 2,823 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Bedford Park are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

Violence & Sexual Offences 658
Anti-Social Behaviour 653
Shoplifting 391
Vehicle Crime 247
Other Theft 214
Public Order 205
Criminal Damage & Arson 100
Drugs 86
Burglary 80
Theft from Person 64
Robbery 41
Bicycle Theft 37
Other Crime 25
Weapons 22
Local Policing
Metropolitan Wendell Park 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

Acton Central Train Station 0.7 miles
South Acton Train Station 0.8 miles
Gunnersbury Train Station 1.2 miles
Acton Main Line Train Station 1.3 miles
Chiswick Train Station 1.6 miles
Kensington Olympia Train Station 1.8 miles

Location

Local Government

District Hammersmith and Fulham
Ward College Park & Old Oak
Constituency Hammersmith
Parish Hammersmith and Fulham, unparished area
Region London

Home Ownership in Bedford Park

Of the 20,863 households in and around Bedford Park, 29% are owned, 40% are socially rented and 32% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 29% Social rented 40% Private rented 32%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bedford Park.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bedford Park

What is the population of Bedford Park?
Bedford Park has a population of approximately 50,072 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bedford Park?
The average property in and around Bedford Park sold for about £858,782, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 146% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bedford Park a deprived area?
Bedford Park sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Bedford Park?
Bedford Park is covered by the W12 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Bedford Park?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Bedford Park, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bedford Park?
The nearest railway station to Bedford Park is Acton Central Train Station, about 0.7 miles away.