The Close is a street located in the village of Clapham. It uses the postcode MK41 6DP. The street has a length of approximately 190 metres.
The street is publicly maintained which means that the road is adopted and Bedford is responsible for the repair and upkeep of the highway.
The street is located within the Bedford (B) Council's jurisdiction. They provide various services, like refuse collection, and manage council tax collection. It's situated in the East of England region of the UK.
The road has been assigned the Unique Street Reference Number of 27300183 in the National Street Gazetteer.
It is located within the county of Bedfordshire, situated in the East of England region of the UK. It's 48.6 miles North from central London., 2.04 miles North West from Bedford, 13.84 miles North East from Milton Keynes and 17.84 miles East from Northampton.
THE CLOSE is within the Post Town of BEDFORD
Moving to The Close?
I can help you uncover potential pitfalls and provide key questions to ask about your new property. With decades of experience as a Local Land Charges Manager, I offer confidential insights to make your move informed and stress-free.
This service is free, but you may wish to make an optional donation to support it. Please include the property name and address in your request as well as anything you wish to focus on.
Contact Me
Do you know why this road is called The Close?
What's it like to live here?
Ask the community a question.
Do you have any questions, memories to share or know any facts? We'd love to know more.
Map of The Close
| Street Crime (updated 02/11/2024) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Location Note | Central Point of Street - Not Actual Location | |
| MSOA Info | For MSOA E02003618 (Statistical Neighbourhood) | |
| Click Hint | Click on a Circle for a detailed breakdown below map. | |
| Crime Levels |
Green = Very Low Yellow = Low Orange = High Red = Very High |
|
| Postcodes | ||
| Icon |  |
Postcodes for The Close |
| Walking Distances | ||
| Distance Info | Green Circle = 10 Minutes Walk (800 metres) | |
Street Crime Data accessed from data.police.uk on 06/10/2024.
Budget Friendly Hotels near The Close
| Budget Hotel Name | Distance (miles) |
|---|---|
|
1: Name:Travelodge Bedford Address: Bedford Heights, Brickhill Dr, Bedford, MK41 7PH Telephone: 0871 984 6276 Visit Hotel Page |
1.12 |
|
2: Name:Premier Inn Bedford Town Centre Riverside Address: Riverside Square Telephone: Visit Hotel Page |
2.10 |
|
3: Name:Travelodge Bedford Goldington Road Address: 403 Goldington Rd, Bedford, MK41 0DS Telephone: 0871 559 1804 Visit Hotel Page |
3.11 |
|
4: Name:Premier Inn Bedford - Priory Marina Address: Priory Country Park, Barkers Lane Telephone: Visit Hotel Page |
3.12 |
|
5: Name:Holiday Inn Express Bedford Address: Elstow Interchange A6/A421 Bedford Bypass Junction Telephone: Visit Hotel Page |
3.85 |
Hotel Options
Your support helps keep this site running!
If you enjoy using this website, consider buying me a coffee to help cover hosting costs.
EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) Information for The Close
UPRN: 100080039544
EPC Current: C
EPC Potential: B
Habitable Rooms: 5
Property Type: House
Tenure: Rented (private)
Built Form: Mid-Terrace
Age Band: 1930-1949
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100080039546
EPC Current: C
EPC Potential: B
Habitable Rooms: 5
Property Type: House
Tenure: Rented (social)
Built Form: Mid-Terrace
Age Band: 1900-1929
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100080039548
EPC Current: D
EPC Potential: B
Habitable Rooms: 4
Property Type: House
Tenure: Owner-occupied
Built Form: Mid-Terrace
Age Band: 1930-1949
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100080039549
EPC Current: D
EPC Potential: B
Habitable Rooms: 2
Property Type: Bungalow
Tenure: Owner-occupied
Built Form: Semi-Detached
Age Band: 1930-1949
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100080039550
EPC Current: C
EPC Potential: C
Habitable Rooms: 3
Property Type: Flat
Tenure: rental (social)
Built Form: Semi-Detached
Age Band: 1976-1982
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100080039551
EPC Current: C
EPC Potential: C
Habitable Rooms: 2
Property Type: Flat
Tenure: rental (social)
Built Form: Semi-Detached
Age Band: 1967-1975
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100080039552
EPC Current: C
EPC Potential: C
Habitable Rooms: 3
Property Type: Flat
Tenure: rental (social)
Built Form: Semi-Detached
Age Band: 1983-1990
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100080039553
EPC Current: C
EPC Potential: C
Habitable Rooms: 3
Property Type: Flat
Tenure: rental (social)
Built Form: Semi-Detached
Age Band: 1976-1982
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100080039555
EPC Current: D
EPC Potential: B
Habitable Rooms: 3
Property Type: Bungalow
Tenure: Owner-occupied
Built Form: Semi-Detached
Age Band: 1950-1966
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100080039556
EPC Current: C
EPC Potential: B
Habitable Rooms: 4
Property Type: House
Tenure: rental (social)
Built Form: End-Terrace
Age Band: 1950-1966
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100080039557
EPC Current: D
EPC Potential: B
Habitable Rooms: 4
Property Type: Bungalow
Tenure: Owner-occupied
Built Form: Semi-Detached
Age Band: 1950-1966
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100080039558
EPC Current: C
EPC Potential: B
Habitable Rooms: 4
Property Type: House
Tenure: Owner-occupied
Built Form: Mid-Terrace
Age Band: 1930-1949
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100080039559
EPC Current: F
EPC Potential: B
Habitable Rooms: 3
Property Type: Bungalow
Tenure: Owner-occupied
Built Form: Semi-Detached
Age Band: 1930-1949
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100080039560
EPC Current: C
EPC Potential: B
Habitable Rooms: 4
Property Type: House
Tenure: rental (social)
Built Form: Mid-Terrace
Age Band: 1950-1966
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100080039561
EPC Current: D
EPC Potential: B
Habitable Rooms: 3
Property Type: Bungalow
Tenure: Owner-occupied
Built Form: Semi-Detached
Age Band: 1930-1949
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100080039566
EPC Current: E
EPC Potential: D
Habitable Rooms: 5
Property Type: House
Tenure: Owner-occupied
Built Form: End-Terrace
Age Band: 1930-1949
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100080039562
EPC Current: C
EPC Potential: C
Habitable Rooms: 2
Property Type: Flat
Tenure: Rented (social)
Built Form: Semi-Detached
Age Band: 1976-1982
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100080039563
EPC Current: C
EPC Potential: C
Habitable Rooms: 2
Property Type: Flat
Tenure: Rented (social)
Built Form: Semi-Detached
Age Band: 1976-1982
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100080039564
EPC Current: C
EPC Potential: C
Habitable Rooms: 3
Property Type: Flat
Tenure: rental (social)
Built Form: Semi-Detached
Age Band: 1983-1990
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100080039565
EPC Current: C
EPC Potential: C
Habitable Rooms: 3
Property Type: Flat
Tenure: rental (social)
Built Form: Semi-Detached
Age Band: 1983-1990
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100080039567
EPC Current: D
EPC Potential: B
Habitable Rooms: 4
Property Type: House
Tenure: rental (private)
Built Form: Semi-Detached
Age Band: 1930-1949
Mains Gas: Yes
House Sales
| Year | High | Low | Average | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | £153,000 | £153,000 | £153,000 | 1 |
| 2017 | £215,000 | £215,000 | £215,000 | 1 |
| 2018 | £225,500 | £225,500 | £225,500 | 1 |
| 2019 | £200,000 | £200,000 | £200,000 | 1 |
| 2021 | £235,000 | £235,000 | £235,000 | 1 |
| 2023 | £253,500 | £253,500 | £253,500 | 1 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2024. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Nearby Estate Agents
| Name | Address | Website |
|---|---|---|
| bpha | Bedford Heights, Manton Lane, Bedford, MK41 7BJ | |
| Domovo | Manton Lane, Bedford, MK41 7BJ | Visit Website |
| Marks Group | Manton Lane, Bedford, MK41 7TL | Visit Website |
| rentanyproperty.co.uk | Bedford Heights Brickhill Drive Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 7PH | Visit Website |
| Robinson & Hall LLP | 118 Bromham Road, Bedford, MK40 2QN | Visit Website |
We have found 1 postcode
 | Neighbourhood Policing |
| Police Force: Bedfordshire |
 View Neighbourhood Crime and Policing |
| Find a Local Neighbourhood Watch Scheme |
Location Details
| The Close | |
|---|---|
| |
| Latitude | 52.161199 |
| Longitude | -0.493703 |
| OS Easting (X): | 503023 |
| OS Northing (Y): | 252551 |
| OS Grid Reference: | TL030526 |
Known Residential Addresses for The Close
- 15
- 11
- 13
- 7
- 12
Roads that have a Junction with The Close
| Street | Junction Type |
|---|---|
| Highbury Grove | junction |
Sunset and Sunrise times
| Sunrise | 08:06 |
|---|---|
| Sunset | 15:53 |
Latest Weather Conditions
| Observed at Weather Station: | Bedford 21 December 2024 at 11:00 (4.58 miles away) |
|---|---|
| Current Weather: | Overcast |
| Temperature and Humidity: | 8.8°C (92.1%) |
| Wind Direction and Speed: | SW (17 mph) |
Population Statistics
| ONS Area Code | E00088259 |
|---|---|
| ONS Area Name | Families in Terraces and Flats |
| Average Age | 48.00 |
| Area Population | 1269.00 |
| Male Population | 607.00 (48%) |
| Female Population | 662.00 (52%) |
| Benefit Claimants | 21 (2%) |
| LSOA Code: | E01017479 |
|---|---|
| LSOA Name: | Bedford 003B |
| SOA Code: | 5a |
| SOA Name: | |
| MSOA Code: | E02003618 |
| MSOA Name: | Bedford 003 |
Nearest Supermarkets
| Tesco Clapham High St Express |
|---|
| 59 High St, Clapham, MK41 6AG |
| 0345 610 6389 |
| Distance: 0.07 Miles |
| Directions to Tesco Clapham High St Express |
| Sainsburys Fairfield Park |
|---|
| 90 Clapham Road, Bedford, England, MK41 7PJ |
| 01234 363150 |
| Distance: 1.13 Miles |
| Directions to Sainsburys Fairfield Park |
| Tesco Bedford Brickhill Dr Express |
|---|
| Brickhill Dr, Bedford, MK41 7QF |
| 0345 610 2808 |
| Distance: 1.28 Miles |
| Directions to Tesco Bedford Brickhill Dr Express |
| Sainsburys Bedford Tavistock Street Local |
|---|
| Bedford Tavistock Square, Bedford, England, MK40 2RR |
| 1234262870 |
| Distance: 1.64 Miles |
| Directions to Sainsburys Bedford Tavistock Street Local |
Telephone Information
| Dialling Code | Telephone Exchange | Telephone Cabinet | Fibre to the Cabinet or Fibre to the Premises |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01234 | BEDFORD TOWN - SMBF | P25 | FTTC |
Broadband Information
| Speed | Average Speed | Median Speed | Maximum Speed | Next-generation access (NGA) | Number of Connections |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 2 Mbps | 11.6 | 11.9 | 20 | Y | 8 |
Local Government
| Local Council Details |
|---|
| Within the area of Bedford |
| Visit the Council's Website |
| Bedford Borough Council, Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford &MK42 9AP |
| Send email |
| Telephone Number: 01234 267422 |
| Local Member of Parliament |
|---|
| Within the Westminster Parliamentary Constituency of North East Bedfordshire |
| The Member of Parliament is Richard Fuller |
| Details for the MP Richard Fuller on parliament.uk |
| Details for the MP Richard Fuller on theyworkforyou.com |
| In the 2024 General Election Richard Fuller won with a majority of 5,414 the result was Con hold. The total electorate was 78,850 |
| Wards, Parish Councils and County Councils |
|---|
| Ward: Clapham Ward |
| Parish: Unparished area |
| Ceremonial County: Bedfordshire |
Nearest Schools
England Primary Schools
Livingstone Primary School
Address: Livingstone Primary School, Clapham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 7LG
Distance: 1.49 miles
Contact: 01234352879
Priory Primary School
Address: Priory Primary School, Greyfriars, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1JD
Distance: 1.81 miles
Contact: 01234261768
Ursula Taylor Church of England School
Address: Ursula Taylor Church of England School, High Street, Clapham, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 6EG
Distance: 0.19 miles
Contact: 01234359128
Milton Ernest CofE Primary School
Address: Milton Ernest CofE Primary School, Thurleigh Road, Milton Ernest, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK44 1RF
Distance: 2.33 miles
Contact: 01234822079
Oakley Primary Academy
Address: Oakley Primary Academy, Station Road, Oakley, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 7RE
Distance: 1.22 miles
Contact: 01234822104
Oakley Lower School
Address: Oakley Lower School, Station Road, Oakley, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 7RE
Distance: 1.22 miles
Contact:
Edith Cavell Primary School
Address: Edith Cavell Primary School, Manton Lane, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 7NH
Distance: 1.15 miles
Contact: 01234345636
England Secondary Schools
Lincroft Academy
Address: Lincroft Academy, Station Road, Oakley, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 7RE
Distance: 1.22 miles
Contact: 01234822147
Nearest Hospitals
| BMI The Manor Hospital |
|---|
| Address: Church End, Biddenham, MK40 4AW, |
| Independent Sector |
| BMI Healthcare |
| Telephone: 01234 364252 |
| Visit Hospital Website |
| Distance: 2.86 (miles) |
| Directions from to BMI The Manor Hospital |
| Bedford Hospital North Wing |
|---|
| Address: 32-34 Kimbolton Road, Bedford, MK40 2NS, |
| NHS Sector |
| Bedford Hospital NHS Trust |
| Telephone: 01234 355 122 |
| Visit Hospital Website |
| Distance: 3.11 (miles) |
| Directions from to Bedford Hospital North Wing |
| Bedford Hospital South Wing |
|---|
| Address: South Wing, Kempston Road, Bedford, MK42 9DJ, |
| NHS Sector |
| Bedford Hospital NHS Trust |
| Telephone: 01234 355 122 |
| Visit Hospital Website |
| Distance: 3.94 (miles) |
| Directions from to Bedford Hospital South Wing |
Nearest Dentists
Dentists
DENTAL CARE CENTRE
Address: 60 HIGH STREET, CLAPHAM, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK41 6DN
Distance: 0.06 miles
Contact: :
BEDFORD HEIGHTS
Address: BRICKHILL DRIVE, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK41 7PH
Distance: 1.08 miles
Contact: :
SHAKESPEARE CLINIC
Address: 17 SHAKESPEARE ROAD, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2DZ
Distance: 1.52 miles
Contact: :
THE DENTAL PRACTICE (136 BROMHAM ROAD)
Address: 136 BROMHAM ROAD, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2QW
Distance: 1.61 miles
Contact: :
DENTAL SURGERY
Address: 1 ADELAIDE SQUARE, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2RN
Distance: 1.76 miles
Contact: :
DENTAL SURGERY
Address: 16 DE PARYS AVENUE, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2TW
Distance: 1.77 miles
Contact: :
Nearest GP Surgeries
Doctors
PRIORY MEDICAL CENTRE
Address: 48 THE GLEBE, CLAPHAM, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK41 6GA
Distance: 0.65 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 262040
LINDEN ROAD SURGERY
Address: 13 LINDEN ROAD, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2DQ
Distance: 1.36 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 273272
DR KANUNGO
Address: 106 TYNE CRESCENT, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK41 7UW
Distance: 1.40 miles
Contact: :
DR SAPARAMADU & PARTNERS
Address: AVOCA HOUSE, MOLIVERS LANE, BROMHAM, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 8JT
Distance: 1.60 miles
Contact: :
BROMHAM BRANCH
Address: MOLIVERS LANE, BROMHAM, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 8JT
Distance: 1.60 miles
Contact: :
PEMBERLEY BRANCH
Address: 32 PEMBERLEY AVENUE, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2LA
Distance: 1.68 miles
Contact: :
Nearest Dispensing Chemists
Pharmacies
HERBERT AND HERBERT
Address: 88 HIGH STREET, CLAPHAM, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK41 6BW
Distance: 0.04 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 266907
JARDINES PHARMACY
Address: 107 BRICKHILL DRIVE, BEDFORD, MK41 7QF
Distance: 1.30 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 262213
BROMHAM PHARMACY
Address: AVOCA HOUSE, MOLIVERS LANE, BROMHAM, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 8JT
Distance: 1.60 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 823123
KAY'S CHEMIST
Address: 108 BROMHAM ROAD, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2QH
Distance: 1.69 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 353029
BROADWAY PHARMACY
Address: 1 THE BROADWAY, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2TJ
Distance: 1.84 miles
Contact: :
BEDFORD PHARMACY
Address: 9 GREENHILL STREET, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 1LX
Distance: 1.87 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 215015
Nearest Opticians
Opticians
FAIRFIELD PARK SPECSAVERS LIMITED
Address: 90 CLAPHAM ROAD, BEDFORD, MK41 7PJ
Distance: 1.07 miles
Contact: :
SIMON BROWNING OPTOMETRIST
Address: 55 HARPUR STREET, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2SR
Distance: 1.87 miles
Contact: :
HOMESIGHT BEDFORD
Address: 1 PEMBERLEY LANE, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2PJ
Distance: 1.89 miles
Contact: :
ALAN BRUNKER OPTICIANS
Address: 25 ST. PETERS STREET, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2PN
Distance: 1.96 miles
Contact: :
HEALTHY U OPTOMETRISTS
Address: 29-31 ST. PETERS STREET, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2PN
Distance: 1.96 miles
Contact: :
DONNE & BROWNING OPTICIANS & HEARING CARE
Address: 3-4 THE ARCADE, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 1NS
Distance: 1.98 miles
Contact: :
Transport
Nearest Rail Stations
Bedford Station is 1.83 miles away.
Address: Bedford station, Ashburnham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS
Bedford is situated on the East Midland Main Line|Marston Vale line and is managed by Govia Thameslink Railway (Thameslink).
Bedford Station is staffed on a full time basis.
Bedford St Johns Station is 2.46 miles away.
Address: Bedford St Johns station, Melbourne Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9AN
Bedford St Johns is situated on the Marston Vale line and is managed by Grand Central North West.
Bedford St Johns Station is an unstaffed station.