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Bedford, United Kingdom
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Bedford is a large city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 106,940. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 106,940 |
| Population Density | 13,710 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.1346°, -0.4663° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.0 inches (813 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.6 inches (12 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $52,342 |
| Median Age | 39.5 years |
About Bedford
Bedford is a large city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 106,940. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet (30 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Bedford vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Bedford vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,342 |
| 30% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $52,342 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,007 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.2% |
| 44% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 187 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 62 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 11 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 47.2% |
| Public Transit | 3.6% |
| Work from Home | 31.4% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $401,486 |
| 42% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,309 |
| 13% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 64.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 64.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.4% |
| Housing Units | 42,776 |
Property Tax
Climate in Bedford
Bedford has an average annual temperature of 10.5°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (17.7°C), the coldest is Jan (3.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 764 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 223 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Area | 7.8 sq mi (20.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 13,710/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.1346°N, 0.4663°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in |
Bedford has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.2") and February the driest (1.5").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 34.7% |
| 3% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 50.9% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 13,710/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.8 sq mi |
Services
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
| Restaurants | 62 |
| Retail Stores | 11 |
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 47.2% |
| Public Transit | 3.6% |
| Work from Home | 31.4% |
Schools in Bedford
28 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brickhill Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bedford Girls' School | - | - | - | - |
| Bedford School | - | - | - | - |
| Hazeldene School | - | - | - | - |
| Rayleigh and Southway | - | - | - | - |
| St John's School | - | - | - | - |
| Livingstone Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bedford Free School | - | - | - | - |
| Polam School | - | - | - | - |
| Bedford Preparatory School | - | - | - | - |
| Priory Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Goldington Green Academy | - | - | - | - |
| King's Oak Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cauldwell School | - | - | - | - |
| Bedford Girls School Music School | - | - | - | - |
| Castle Newnham School - South Site | - | - | - | - |
| Edith Cavell Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St John Rigby Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Castle Newnham School | - | - | - | - |
| Bedford Greenacre Independent School | - | - | - | - |
| Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School | - | - | - | - |
| The Hills Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Goldington Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Putnoe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Shackleton Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bedford Girls School Playing Fields | - | - | - | - |
| Bedford Girls School Senior School Main Building | - | - | - | - |
| Bedford Girls School Junior School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bedford
26 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBC Radio Northampton (Outside UK Only) | information, local | AAC+ 101 kbps | |
| Eirewave UK | 128 kbps, adfree | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Northants 1 | 00's, 10's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| HearMe - 70s Rock | 70s rock, 70’s rock | MP3 | |
| Stoke Mandeville Hospital Radio | hospital radio | MP3 | |
| BBC Radio Northampton (UK Only) | information, local | AAC 339 kbps | |
| Bedford Radio | classic hits, hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Boomerang Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Beat Route Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Splinterwood Rock'n Roll Radio | 1950s, 50's | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Black Cat Radio (US) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Heart Northants 96.6 | commercial, hot adult contemporary | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Gabbie's Doo | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hospital Radio Bedford | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Bloomberg UK | business, news | UNKNOWN | |
| CRMK | pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| BBC Radio Berkshire | bbc, berkshire | UNKNOWN | |
| Bucks Radio | community radio, local news | MP3 | |
| Mix 92.6 (backup) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Banita Maxx Radio | edm, hardstyle | MP3 | |
| in2Beats | classic soul | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Data Transmission Radio | deep house, drum and bass | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Xtra | 2000s, 2010s | MP3 | |
| Mix 92.6 | community radio | MP3 | |
| Heart Peterborough | charts, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Christmas | - | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in Bedford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940's Re-enactors | ||||
| British schools museum | ||||
| Cowper and Newton Museum | ||||
| Fire Museum | ||||
| Garden City Collection Study Centre | ||||
| Irchester Railway Museum | ||||
| John Bunyan museum | ||||
| Leighton Buzzard Railway Museum | ||||
| Letchworth Community Museum | ||||
| Military Intelligence Museum | ||||
| Moot Hall | ||||
| MT Museum | ||||
| Museum at One Garden City | ||||
| Museums and YMCA Canteen | ||||
| North Hertfordshire Museum | ||||
| Panacea Museum | ||||
| Rushden Hall and Museum | ||||
| Rushden Historical Transport Society | ||||
| S.O.44 Museum | ||||
| St Neots Museum | ||||
| The Higgins | ||||
| The International Garden Cities Exhibition | ||||
| Thurleigh Museum | ||||
| Wardown Park Museum | ||||
| Wellingborough Museum | ||||
| Woburn Heritage Museum | ||||
| Wollaston Museum |
Libraries in Bedford
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ampthill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Barton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bedford Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Biggleswade Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bromham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Buckden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burton Latimer Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Finedon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Flitwick Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hitchin Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Houghton Regis Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Houghton Regis Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Irchester Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Irthlingborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kempston Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kings Norton Library (Building 55) | 0.0 | |||||
| Leagrave Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leighton Buzzard Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Letchworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lewsey Community Centre and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Olney Library | 0.0 | |||||
| OU Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Putnoe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Raunds Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rushden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shefford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Neots Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stopsley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stopsley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Library & Resources Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Toddington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wellingborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wing Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woburn Sands Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wollaston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wootton Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bedford
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car Boot Sale (seasonal) | |||||
| Harpur Square | |||||
| Hitchin Market | |||||
| Market Place | |||||
| Market Square | |||||
| Olney Market | |||||
| St Paul's Square | |||||
| The Green House |
Hotels in Bedford
14 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bedford
65 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bedford
61 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Bedford
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Bedford
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Bedford
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bedford
8 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Bedford
15 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Bedford
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Bedford
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bedford
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bedford
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bedford
9 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Bedford
5 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Bedford
5 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Bedford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B&T Brewery | ||||
| Brewpoint | ||||
| Hart Family Brewers | ||||
| Potton Brewery | ||||
| Weldon Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Bedford
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Bedford
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Snow Centre Hemel Hempstead | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Better Ski & Board Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| InPiste | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Bedford
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | Large Airport |
| London Luton Airport | LTN | Large Airport |
| London Stansted Airport | STN | Large Airport |
| Cambridge City Airport | CBG | Medium Airport |
| Cranfield Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| London City Airport | LCY | Medium Airport |
| RAF Benson | BEX | Medium Airport |
| RAF Northolt | NHT | Medium Airport |
| RAF Wittering | - | Medium Airport |
| Armshold Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Audley End Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Baileys Fram Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bakersfield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Barnfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bedford Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Bedwell Hey Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Benington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bernwood Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bicester Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bitteswell Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Black Spring Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bovingdon Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brooklands Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bruntingthorpe Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Buttermilk Hall Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Cardington Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chalgrove Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chatteris Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cheddington Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chesham Vale Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coldharbour Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coleman Green Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cottered Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cowbit Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Croughton Manor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crowland Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dalkeith Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Damyns Hall Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Decoy Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Deenethorpe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Denham Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Drayton Home Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Drayton St Leonard Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Duxford Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Dysons Osiers Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Earwig Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Easton Maudit Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Elstree Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Englefield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fen End Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bedford
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bedford Post Office | |
| Iddesleigh Road Post Office | |
| Kimbolton Road Post Office | |
| Mail Boxes Etc. | |
| Pinners | |
| St Marys Street Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Bedford
33 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Adult ICU | ||
| Antenatal and Postnatal wards | ||
| Back To Back | ||
| Breast Screening | ||
| Breast Unit entrance A | ||
| Breast Unit entrance B | ||
| Cardiac Centre - Ground floor | ||
| Cardiology/ECG 1st floor | ||
| Chemotherapy | ||
| Children's Outpatients | ||
| Clearer Ears Hitchin | ||
| Day Assessment Unit | ||
| Eye Clinic | ||
| Imaging | ||
| L&D Bariatrics and Rheumatology | ||
| L&D Orthopaedic | ||
| Limb fitting | ||
| Luton Chiropratic Clinic | ||
| Maternity | ||
| Maternity Triage | ||
| Mortuary | ||
| NICU | ||
| Outpatients | ||
| Paeds ED | ||
| Pre Op | ||
| RAD Clinics Milton Keynes | ||
| SSSU | ||
| Theatres 7-14 | ||
| Urology | ||
| Ward 34 | ||
| Wards 20 - 26 | ||
| Zone E | ||
| Zone H |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bedford
59 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Al-Haramain Mosque and Education Centre | |
| All Nations Church | |
| All Saints | |
| Bangladesh Islamic Mission & Jamee Mosjid | |
| Bedford Al Falaah Islamic Centre | |
| Bedford Central Jamee Masjid | |
| Bedford Christadelphians | |
| Bedford Moravian Church (Queen's Park) | |
| Bedford Pentecostal Church | |
| Bedford Quaker Meeting House | |
| Bedford School Chapel | |
| Bedford Spiritualist Church | |
| Bhagwan Valmik Mandir | |
| Bhagwan Valmik Sabha Cultural and Develpment Centre | |
| Bunyan Meeting Free Church | |
| Cemetery Chapel | |
| Christ Church | |
| Christadephian Hall | |
| Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Christ and St Cuthbert | |
| Daarul Huda |
Explore Near Bedford
Quick Facts
Around Bedford
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Bedford
27 places within 15 km
- • Bedford Castle
- • Bedford Castle ruins (part)
- • Cainhoe Castle Hill
- • Danish Camp
- • Galley Hill Iron Age hillfort
- + 11 more
- • The Beach
- • Art Centre and Gallery
- • Cain Hill
- • Jackdaw Hill
- • Chellington lost village
- • Mooring Tower
- • Petsoe Manor (Site Of)
- • St Mary The Virgin
- • bird hide
- • Hill summit
- • Knotts of Tempsford
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What is the population of Bedford?
Bedford has a population of 106,940 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 13,710 people per square mile, spread across 7.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.5 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.
Is Bedford expensive to live in?
The median household income is $52,342, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $401,486 (42% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,309 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Bedford?
Bedford has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 32.0 inches, with 4.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Bedford?
The unemployment rate in Bedford is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,007. There are 187 business establishments in the area, including 62 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Bedford?
The median home value in Bedford is $401,486. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,309. The homeownership rate is 64.6%.
How are the schools in Bedford?
34.7% of adults in Bedford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 50.9% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Bedford?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Bedford is 12.3% White, 2.3% Black or African American, 17.2% Asian. 85.4% of residents speak only English at home. 3.2% of the population are military veterans. 4.4% of residents have a disability.