Area Info for Kempston (Bedfordshire)

About Kempston, Bedfordshire

Kempston is a large town located in Bedfordshire, England. It is situated approximately 3 miles south of Bedford town centre, making it a suburban area with a rich history and a vibrant community.

History

The history of Kempston dates back to medieval times, with evidence of settlement in the area from as early as the Domesday Book of 1086. Historically, it was a rural village, but over the centuries, it expanded significantly, especially during the 20th century with the development of housing estates.

Geography and Demographics

Kempston covers an area that includes several neighbourhoods and suburbs. It has a diverse population, with a mix of residential, commercial, and green spaces. The town is well-connected by road and public transport, facilitating easy access to Bedford and other nearby areas.

Facilities and Amenities

The town offers a range of amenities including shopping centres, schools, parks, and recreational facilities. Kempston is home to several local shops, pubs, and restaurants, catering to the needs of residents and visitors alike.

Transport

Kempston is served by bus routes connecting it to Bedford and surrounding areas. The town is also close to major roads such as the A421 and A6, providing convenient access for motorists. The nearest railway station is in Bedford, offering rail services to London and other destinations.

Community and Culture

The community in Kempston is active, with various local events and organisations. The town has several sports clubs, community centres, and churches that contribute to its social fabric. It also hosts annual events that celebrate local culture and heritage.
Education
School
Balliol Lower School0.28 miles
Balliol Road, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 7ER
Bedford Road Lower School0.29 miles
Hillgrounds Road, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 8QH
Greys Education Centre0.33 miles
Manor Drive, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 7AB
Springfield Lower School0.46 miles
Orchard Street, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 7LJ
Grange Academy0.47 miles
Halsey Road, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 8AU
Daubeney Academy0.48 miles
Orchard Street, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 7PS
Camestone Lower School0.60 miles
Jowitt Avenue, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 8NW
Ridgeway School0.70 miles
Hill Rise, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 7EB
Kempston Challenger Academy0.70 miles
Hill Rise, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 7EB
Kempston Rural Lower School0.90 miles
Martell Drive, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 7FJ
St John's School1.00 miles
Austin Canons, Bedford Road, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 8AA
Peter Pan Nursery School1.24 miles
Edward Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9DR
Cauldwell School1.24 miles
Edward Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9DR
Great Denham Primary School1.27 miles
Greenkeepers Road, Great Denham, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 4GG
Queen's Park Academy1.38 miles
Chestnut Avenue, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 4HA
Westfield School1.41 miles
Chester Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 4HW
Health
Clinic
Kempston Clinic0.47 miles
Halsey Road, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 8AU
Child Development Centre0.70 miles
Hill Rise, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 7EB
Cdc Kempston0.70 miles
Child Development Centre, Hill Rise, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 7EB
Queens Park Health Centre1.29 miles
Carlisle Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 4HR
London Road Health Centre1.77 miles
84-86 London Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 0NT
Relate (Bedfordshire And Luton)1.86 miles
6 St. Pauls Square, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1SQ
Barford Avenue1.88 miles
29 Barford Avenue, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 0DS
Specsavers Hearcare - Cambridgeshire (Bedford)1.90 miles
Specsavers Opticians, 1 Harpur Centre, Midland Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1TJ
Bht Community Clinic (Wootton)1.97 miles
The Healthy Living Centre, Fields Road, Wootton, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 9JJ
Wotton Vale Healthy Living Centre1.97 miles
Fields Road, Wootton, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 9JJ
Inreach & Shared Care2.00 miles
St. Loyes Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1HG
Union Street Clinic2.00 miles
Union Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2SF
Brook East Of England (Bedfordshire)2.09 miles
1St Floor, Broadway House, 4-6 The Broadway, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2TE
BPAS Bedford 2.09 miles
Broadway House, 4-6 The Broadway, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2TE
Grove Place2.18 miles
24 Grove Place, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3JJ
5-7 Rush Court2.19 miles
Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3JT
GP
Dr Stephen Jones & Partner0.13 miles
16 St.John`s Street, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 8EP
King Street Surgery0.29 miles
King Street Surgery, 273 Bedford Road, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 8QD
Dr Ali0.48 miles
Cater Street Surgery, 1 Cater Street, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 8DR
Dr Basra, Ampthill Road1.17 miles
144 Ampthill Road, Bedford, Bedford, MK42 9PP
Dr Wilson1.21 miles
The Village Medical Centre, Kingswood Way, Great Denham, Beds, MK40 4GH
Victoria Road Surgery1.28 miles
10a Victoria Road, Bedford, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9JS
Dr Khokher & partners1.29 miles
Queens Park Health Centre, 23c Carlisle Road, Queens Park, Bedford, MK40 4HR
Dr Basra, Ashburnham Road Surgery1.67 miles
Ashburnham Road Surgery, 8 Ashburnham Road, BEDFORD, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS
Dr BINNS & partners1.77 miles
The Health Centre, 84-86 London Road, Bedford, Beds, MK42 0NT
Dr UNGARO1.94 miles
Shakespeare Road Surgery, 17 Shakespeare Road, Bedford, MK40 2DZ
Dr MACKENZIE1.97 miles
Fields Road, Wootton, Bedford, Beds, England - Uk, MK43 9JJ
Dr NORRIS & partners1.98 miles
Lansdowne Surgery, 6 Lansdowne Road, Bedford, MK40 2BU
Elstow Medical Centre2.03 miles
abbeyfields, elstow, bedford, beds, MK42 9GP
Dr LATHIA2.13 miles
Clapham Road Surgery, 46-48 Clapham Road, Bedford, MK41 7PW
Dr KANUNGO2.13 miles
Linden Road Surgery, 13 Linden Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2DQ
De Parys Medical Practice2.20 miles
23 De Parys Avenue, Bedford, Beds, MK40 2TX
Hospital
Bedford Hospital South Wing1.44 miles
South Wing, Kempston Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9DJ
Moorfields At Bedford Hospital1.44 miles
Kempston Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9DJ
Weller Wing1.44 miles
Kempston Road,, MK42 9DJ
BMI The Manor Hospital1.79 miles
Church End, Biddenham, Bedfordshire, MK40 4AW
Fountains Court (Mental Health Services)2.28 miles
3 Kimbolton Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2NR
Archer Unit2.41 miles
Bedford Health Village, 3 Kimbolton Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2NT
Cedar House2.41 miles
3 Kimbolton Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2NT
Milton Park Hospital9.78 miles
The Lane, Wyboston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK44 3AS
Biggleswade Hospital10.65 miles
Potton Road, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 0EL
Blakelands Hospital10.81 miles
Smeaton Close, Blakelands, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK14 5HR
Milton Keynes Hospital11.85 miles
Standing Way, Eaglestone, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK6 5LD
BMI The Saxon Clinic12.05 miles
Chadwick Drive, Eaglestone West, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK6 5LR
Priory Hospital St Neots12.28 miles
Howitts Lane, Eynesbury, St Neots, Cambridgeshire, PE19 2JA
Hampden House14.58 miles
Elmside Walk, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1HB
Isebrook Hospital14.92 miles
Irthlingborough Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 1LP
Pinehill Hospital15.08 miles
Benslow Lane, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 9QZ
Pharmacy
Sainsbury's In-Store Pharmacy(100Hr)0.19 miles
Saxon Centre, Bedford Road, Kempston, Bedfordshire, MK42 8AY
Lloydspharmacy0.22 miles
The Saxon Centre, 242 Bedford Road, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 8PP
Lloydspharmacy0.32 miles
245 Bedford Road, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 8BP
Lloydspharmacy0.55 miles
98 Bedford Road, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 8BG
Boots0.61 miles
Unit D Interchange Retail Park, Race Meadows Way, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 7AZ
Lloydspharmacy0.88 miles
Healthcare Logistics Ltd, 1 Progress Park, Elstow, Bedford, MK42 9XE
The Village Pharmacy1.21 miles
Medical Centre, Kingswood Way, Gt Denham, Bedford, MK40 4GH
Janssen's Pharmacy1.39 miles
28 Ampthill Road, Bedford,, MK42 9HG
Berkeley Pharmacy1.45 miles
30 Gostwick Road, Bedford,, MK42 9XD
Lindleys Chemist1.47 miles
15 Ford End Road, Bedford,, MK40 4JE
Ellis Chemists1.77 miles
88 London Road, Bedford,, MK42 0NT
Boots1.90 miles
33-37 The Harpur Centre, Harpur Street, Bedford, MK40 1TN
Kay's Chemists1.92 miles
108 Bromham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2QH
Wootton Pharmacy1.94 miles
43A Tithe Barn Road, Wootton, Bedford, MK43 9EZ
Superdrug Stores Plc1.97 miles
11-13-15 All Hallows, Bedford, MK40 1LN
Bedford Pharmacy2.00 miles
11A Union Street, Bedford,, MK40 2SF
Leisure
Park
FENLAKE MEADOWS2.52 miles
HILL RISE2.53 miles
BROMHAM LAKE2.55 miles
BEDFORD PARK (Grade II Listed)2.58 miles
BEDFORD CEMETERY (Grade II Listed)2.71 miles
PRIORY3.15 miles
MARSTON VALE MILLENNIUM3.64 miles
PUTNOE WOOD3.99 miles
MOWSBURY HILL4.27 miles
KINGSWOOD AND GLEBE MEADOWS, HOUGHTON CONQUEST4.54 miles
BROWNS WOOD4.59 miles
MARSTON THRIFT4.95 miles
AMPTHILL PARK (Grade II Listed)5.39 miles
MAULDEN CHURCH MEADOWS SSSI5.91 miles
COOPERS HILL, BEDFORDSHIRE5.98 miles
MOGGERHANGER PARK (Grade II Listed)6.48 miles
Shop
Groceries
SPAR Kempston0.06 miles
Spar Store, Woburn Road, Bedford, MK42 7QA
Co-op Bedford0.16 miles
Kempston, MK42 8EP
Sainsbury's Kempston0.19 miles
Saxon Centre, 252-274 Bedford Road, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 8AY
Lidl Kempston0.21 miles
391 - 401 Bedford Road, Bedford, MK42 8PX
Tesco Bedford (Express)0.43 miles
205-207 Bedford Rd, Kempston, Bedford, Bedford, MK42 8DD
Paul’s Superstore0.44 miles
89-91 Williamson Road, Kempston Beds MK42 7HR
Costcutter Kempston0.55 miles
90-92 Bedford Road, Kempston, Bedfordshire, MK42 8BG
Local Convenience Store0.71 miles
106-108 Spring Road, Kempston, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 8NB
M&S Interchange Bedford Foodhall0.75 miles
Marks & Spencer Plc, Kempston Bedford, MK42 7GB
M&S Bedford Bp0.98 miles
Elstow Interchange, Bedford Bypass Jnt, MK42 9BF
Sainsbury's Bdfrd Grt Denham Local1.09 miles
Biddenham Neighbourhood, Great Denham, Bedford, MK40 4GH
Costcutter Bedford1.32 miles
13/15 Ampthill Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9JP
Morrisons Bedford1.32 miles
Ampthill Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9PP
Tesco Bedford (Express)1.38 miles
Ford End Rd, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 4JH
SPAR Elstow Road1.45 miles
Spar Store, 3 Elstow Road, Bedfordshire, MK42 9NU
Premier Gill1.45 miles
26-28 Gostwick Road, Bedford MK42 9XD
Transport
Airport
London Luton Airport16.99 miles
Cambridge City Airport29.15 miles
London Stansted Airport35.72 miles
London Heathrow Airport44.27 miles
London Heathrow Airport Terminal 144.41 miles
London Heathrow Airport Terminal 544.47 miles
London Heathrow Airport Terminal 344.60 miles
London Heathrow Airport Terminal 244.62 miles
London Heathrow Airport Terminal 445.28 miles
Bus Stop
The Windermere (E)0.06 miles
The Windermere (NW)0.06 miles
Chantry Road (SE)0.07 miles
Chantry Road (SE)0.10 miles
Chantry Road (NW)0.16 miles
The Alders (W)0.16 miles
St John's Homes (NE)0.17 miles
War Memorial (SW)0.17 miles
Royal Oak (N)0.18 miles
Royal Oak (S)0.21 miles
Bunyan Road (N)0.21 miles
War Memorial (E)0.22 miles
Saxon Centre (SW)0.22 miles
Farrer Street (W)0.23 miles
Judith Gardens (SW)0.24 miles
Bedford Road Lower School (NW)0.24 miles
Ferry Port
Camden Lock Waterbus42.37 miles
London Zoo Waterbus Stop42.48 miles
Little Venice Waterbus Stop43.12 miles
Kew Pier44.32 miles
Savoy Pier44.84 miles
Embankment Pier44.91 miles
Blackfriars Pier44.93 miles
Festival Pier45.02 miles
London Eye Pier45.18 miles
Westminster Pier45.25 miles
Lambeth Pier45.70 miles
Millbank Pier45.84 miles
Cadogan Pier45.84 miles
Richmond St. Helena Pier46.03 miles
Richmond Landing Stage46.15 miles
St George Wharf Pier46.20 miles
Railway Station
Kempston Hardwick Rail Station1.58 miles
Bedford St Johns Rail Station1.60 miles
Bedford Rail Station1.66 miles
Stewartby Rail Station3.31 miles
Millbrook (Beds) Rail Station4.47 miles
Lidlington Rail Station5.70 miles
Ridgmont Rail Station7.38 miles
Flitwick Rail Station7.67 miles
Aspley Guise Rail Station8.66 miles
Sandy Rail Station9.16 miles
Woburn Sands Rail Station9.45 miles
Biggleswade Rail Station10.20 miles
Harlington (Beds) Rail Station10.54 miles
Bow Brickhill Rail Station11.40 miles
Arlesey Rail Station11.53 miles
Fenny Stratford Rail Station12.23 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (MK42 8J*)
Number of Properties in Catchment466
Very Low Risk (<0.1% chance of flooding)0
Low Risk (0.1% < 1% chance of flooding)0
Medium Risk (1% < 3.3% chance of flooding)0
High Risk (>3.3%)0
Property Sales
16, ULLSWATER CLOSE
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 8JX		£290,000
2025-06-13
semidetached
freehold
7, CANTLEY ROAD
GREAT DENHAM
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK40 4RX		£388,000
2025-06-06
semidetached
freehold
6, LINDSEY CLOSE
GREAT DENHAM
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK40 4GT		£350,000
2025-06-02
semidetached
freehold
6, SANDERS CLOSE
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 8RX		£385,000
2025-05-28
detached
freehold
21, DANEGELD AVENUE
GREAT DENHAM
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK40 4SS		£336,000
2025-05-23
semidetached
freehold
54, DITMAS AVENUE
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 7DP		£330,000
2025-05-23
semidetached
freehold
29, BUTLER WAY
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 8TR		£230,000
2025-05-16
terraced
freehold
306, BEDFORD ROAD
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 8PS		£365,000
2025-05-09
detached
freehold
11, GARYN LANE
GREAT DENHAM
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK40 4WJ		£575,000
2025-05-06
detached
freehold
106 (FLAT 2), HIGH STREET
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 7BN		£168,000
2025-04-28
flatmaisonette
leasehold
26, STEDEHAM ROAD
GREAT DENHAM
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK40 4GS		£360,000
2025-04-28
terraced
freehold
1, CAMFORD COURT
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 7AH		£154,250
2025-04-25
flatmaisonette
leasehold
30, KING WILLIAM CLOSE
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 7BA		£460,000
2025-04-25
detached
freehold
44, DITMAS AVENUE
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 7DP		£268,000
2025-04-24
semidetached
freehold
116, FOSTER ROAD
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 8BU		£350,000
2025-04-17
detached
freehold
14, FOWLER CLOSE
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 8RJ		£405,000
2025-04-17
detached
freehold
1, WAYLAND ROAD
GREAT DENHAM
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK40 4GQ		£365,000
2025-04-02
terraced
freehold
4, SOUDLEY LANE
GREAT DENHAM
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK40 4WN		£345,000
2025-03-31
semidetached
freehold
33, LOVAT WALK
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 7LX		£241,500
2025-03-31
terraced
freehold
MILL COTTAGES (13), MILL LANE
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 7FB		£280,000
2025-03-31
flatmaisonette
leasehold
1, ST JOHNS WALK
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 8ER		£255,000
2025-03-28
semidetached
freehold
8, JUDITH GARDENS
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 7EQ		£228,000
2025-03-25
terraced
freehold
44, CHANTRY ROAD
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 7QU		£408,000
2025-03-25
detached
freehold
5, CAMFORD COURT
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 7AH		£170,000
2025-03-24
flatmaisonette
leasehold
WHITWORTH COURT (3), FARRER STREET
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 8JZ		£129,500
2025-03-19
flatmaisonette
leasehold
63, CANTLEY ROAD
GREAT DENHAM
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK40 4RX		£375,000
2025-03-17
terraced
freehold
13, GARYN LANE
GREAT DENHAM
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK40 4WJ		£500,000
2025-03-07
detached
freehold
221, HILLGROUNDS ROAD
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 8HW		£223,000
2025-03-06
semidetached
freehold
THE NEWELLS (APARTMENT 34), MANOR DRIVE
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 8EJ		£264,950
2024-11-20
flatmaisonette (New)
leasehold
THE NEWELLS (APARTMENT 46), MANOR DRIVE
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 8EJ		£454,950
2024-11-20
flatmaisonette (New)
leasehold
43, WILLIAMSON ROAD
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 7HL		£130,000
2024-11-15
flatmaisonette
leasehold
28, CANTLEY ROAD
GREAT DENHAM
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK40 4RX		£135,000
2024-10-25
semidetached
leasehold
12A, STUART ROAD
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 8HS		£300,000
2024-09-04
semidetached
freehold
78, CANTLEY ROAD
GREAT DENHAM
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK40 4RX		£288,000
2025-03-21
semidetached
freehold
26, ELSTOW ROAD
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 8HB		£777,500
2025-03-19
detached
freehold
14, ORCHARD STREET
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 7JB		£397,500
2025-03-14
semidetached
freehold
36, DITMAS AVENUE
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 7DP		£285,000
2025-03-10
semidetached
freehold
55, FOSTER ROAD
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 8BT		£535,000
2025-03-10
semidetached
freehold
69, CHANTRY AVENUE
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 7QX		£350,000
2025-03-03
semidetached
freehold
3, NEWBURY CLOSE
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 8QF		£245,000
2025-02-28
terraced
freehold
45, SAXON WAY
GREAT DENHAM
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK40 4GP		£80,000
2025-02-28
flatmaisonette
leasehold
66, CHANTRY AVENUE
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 7RR		£400,000
2025-02-28
detached
freehold
26, ORCHARD STREET
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 7JB		£320,000
2025-02-27
semidetached
freehold
123, ST JOHNS AVENUE
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 8JJ		£155,000
2025-02-27
flatmaisonette
leasehold
60, FARRER STREET
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 8JD		£353,000
2025-02-24
semidetached
freehold
8, SLATER CLOSE
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 8SQ		£350,000
2025-02-24
detached
freehold
WHITWORTH COURT (8), FARRER STREET
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 8JZ		£130,000
2025-02-21
flatmaisonette
leasehold
12, HIGHFIELD ROAD
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 7JH		£335,000
2025-02-20
semidetached
freehold
23, STANTON ROAD
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 8QY		£265,000
2025-02-14
terraced
freehold
10, GULLIVER CLOSE
KEMPSTON
BEDFORD
BEDFORD
MK42 8RB		£315,000
2025-02-14
terraced
freehold
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