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2 Birkdale Road, Bedford, MK41 8AU

UPRN:100080003389Detached Bungalow2 bedsBuilt 1967-1975
FreeholdCouncil Tax: Band DEPC: D (63)
Data freshness:Listing· 3mo agoListing: ageing, refreshed 3mo ago (2026-09-01T04:00:02.547829+00:00)Planning· 2mo agoPlanning: ageing, refreshed 2mo ago (2026-09-29T06:57:56.635204+00:00)Ownership· freshOwnership: fresh, refreshed 5d ago (2026-11-10T15:19:28.570379+00:00)EPC· 5mo agoEPC: stale, refreshed 5mo ago (2026-07-01T02:04:50.057738+00:00)Risk· 5mo agoRisk: stale, refreshed 5mo ago (2026-06-18T00:00:00+00:00)Crime· freshCrime: fresh, refreshed 4d ago (2026-11-11T13:01:03.839912+00:00)Connectivity· 1mo agoConnectivity: ageing, refreshed 1mo ago (2026-10-03T06:43:10.905825+00:00)Schools· 1mo agoSchools: ageing, refreshed 1mo ago (2026-10-06T05:00:30.533230+00:00)Amenities· 2mo agoAmenities: ageing, refreshed 2mo ago (2026-09-23T00:00:00+00:00)Area· Census 2021Area: static reference data (Census 2021); authoritative and does not refreshCouncil Tax· 1mo agoCouncil Tax: ageing, refreshed 1mo ago (2026-10-10T23:02:48.230384+00:00)
2 Birkdale Road, Bedford, MK41 8AU

HP Score

Mixed
Verdict
3 days ago
  • Verdict: INVESTIGATE, on a scale of Buy, Investigate, Avoid.

    Mixed signals - investigate

Evidence
20 of 21 sources
Sale Estimate
£316,000
£300k - £332kHigh
Estimate
£316k
Range
£300k – £332k
Rent Estimate (pcm)
£1,350
£1k - £2k
Monthly
£1,350
Yield
5.13%

Verdict

Derived from HomePortfolio scores

2 Birkdale Road earns an INVESTIGATE rating with HP Score 74/100. Investment score 55/100 reflects moderate fundamentals. Crime intensity is very low. Walkability is limited (50/100). Flood risk is not assessed: check the Environment Agency long-term flood map before offering. Tenure is freehold. Every figure here comes from the live HomePortfolio API; anything it does not publish is left out.

Key SourcesEPC RegisterPortal listingsOfcom Connected NationsOfcom mobile coverageMarket estimates (third-party AVM)HM Land Registry sales matched to addressDefra strategic noise mapping, England Round 4 (Contains Defra data © Crown copyright and database right 2023-2024, Open Government Licence v3.0)Walk ScoreONS Census 2021Police.ukHM Land Registry company ownershipHM Land Registry covenantsHM Land Registry leasesHM Land Registry Price PaidPlanIt / council planning portalsOverture Maps PlacesOfsted / DfE GIAS
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HP Score
74/ 100
Mixed
Investment Score
55/ 100
Moderate
Crime Score
6/ 100
Low
Walkability
50/ 100
Moderate
Transit & Bike
Transit 29Bike 69
Walk Score, out of 100

Valuation & Market

Sale Estimate£316,000
Rent Estimate (pcm)£1,350
Gross Yield5.13%
1y Growth-11.6%
3y Growth+2.0%
5y Growth+2.9%
10y Growth+3.5%
Last Sold Price£300,000 (2026-06-26)
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Risk Overview

  • Flood RiskUnknown
  • SubsidenceSignificant
  • RadonLow
  • MiningUnknown
  • LandslideLow
  • Air QualityLow
  • NoiseLow
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Planning Activity

Recent Apps
0MK41 8AU
Approval Rate
-12mo
Development
low
  • 26/01770/HPN
    Prior notification for single storey rear extension(s) between 3 and 6 metres depth. This is not a planning application because it relates to development that is permitted by Government Regulation. It will not therefore be reported to the Planning Committee but considered by officers under delegated powers. Only objections from adjoining neighbours can be considered.
    Pending
  • 26/01720/FUL
    Single storey rear extension, conversion of part existing side outbuilding to utility and WC. Addition of front porch
    Pending
  • 26/01637/LDP
    Certificate to confirm that the details submitted do not require planning permission (Single storey rear extension containing accessible bathroom)
    Approved
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Ownership

  • Corporate Ownership77.5%
  • Overseas OwnershipNo
  • Lease Term Remaining-
  • CovenantsRestrictive
  • Lease TypeFreehold
  • Last Ownership Change2026-06-26
  • SourceLand Registry
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Connectivity

Broadband (Standard)
6 Mbps
Mobile 4G/5G Coverage
EEThreeO2Vodafone
EV Charger
-
PTAL Rating
-
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Area Profile

Median EarningsLocal authority£35,987
Population Density2,071 /km²
Owner Occupied90%
Age Distribution
0-15 17%16-64 55%65+ 28%
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Schools Nearby

  • Brickhill Primary School
    0.4 mi
    Good
  • St Thomas More Catholic School
    0.6 mi
    Good
  • Mark Rutherford School
    0.6 mi
    Report card2025

    Ofsted no longer awards a single overall grade.

  • Hazeldene School
    0.7 mi
    -

3 of 12 nearby schools with published figures were oversubscribed in 2026 - demand, not a catchment.

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Comparables

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  • 2 Birkdale Road
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    £300k
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  • 12 Birkdale Road
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    £330k
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  • 4 Birkdale Road
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    £360k
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  • 5 Birkdale Road
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    £387k
    -