Mid Bedfordshire
§ This page provides an overview of a UK constituency, bringing together various information and resources to help you better understand the area.
Located in the heart of Bedfordshire, Mid Bedfordshire covers a mix of small towns, villages, and rolling countryside. It includes places like Ampthill, Flitwick, and Shefford, each offering a blend of historic charm and modern amenities. The area is well-connected via the M1, A6, and rail services to London and Bedford, making it a popular choice for commuters while retaining its rural character.
Wards in Mid Bedfordshire
Mid Bedfordshire is divided into 11 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Ampthill
- Aspley & Woburn
- Barton-le-Clay & Silsoe
- Cauldwell
- Cranfield & Marston Moretaine
- Flitwick
- Houghton Conquest & Haynes
- Meppershall & Shillington
- Toddington
- Westoning, Flitton & Greenfield
- Wixams & Wilstead
Mid Bedfordshire is a constituency that covers these wards in Bedford / Central Bedfordshire.
Population by age group
The most recent data for constituencies in England and Wales comes from mid-year estimates for 2022. This tells us what the population was estimated to be on 30 June 2022.
| Age Band | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Region (Number) | Region (%) | England & Wales (Number) | England & Wales (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 17 | 23,064 | 22.42% | 1,348,369 | 21.07% | 12,506,535 | 20.76% |
| 18 to 24 | 6,864 | 6.67% | 465,497 | 7.28% | 5,008,522 | 8.31% |
| 25 to 34 | 13,327 | 12.96% | 810,089 | 12.66% | 8,098,257 | 13.44% |
| 35 to 49 | 20,404 | 19.84% | 1,242,589 | 19.42% | 11,575,752 | 19.22% |
| 50 to 64 | 20,861 | 20.28% | 1,261,140 | 19.71% | 11,745,365 | 19.50% |
| 65 and over | 18,348 | 17.84% | 1,270,813 | 19.86% | 11,303,607 | 18.76% |
Population by ethnic group
The most recent census asked people about their ethnic group. The census was carried out in March 2021 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and in March 2022 in Scotland.
| Ethnic Group | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Region (%) | England & Wales (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English, Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish or British | 83,450 | 83.77% | 78.49% | 74.42% |
| Other White | 3,934 | 3.95% | 6.78% | 6.15% |
| Indian | 2,382 | 2.39% | 2.16% | 3.13% |
| Irish | 1,388 | 1.39% | 0.91% | 0.85% |
| White and Black Caribbean | 1,337 | 1.34% | 0.82% | 0.86% |
| African | 1,259 | 1.26% | 1.87% | 2.50% |
| White and Asian | 932 | 0.94% | 0.81% | 0.82% |
| Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups | 693 | 0.70% | 0.77% | 0.78% |
| Other Asian | 678 | 0.68% | 1.27% | 1.63% |
| Chinese | 642 | 0.64% | 0.61% | 0.75% |
| Caribbean | 597 | 0.60% | 0.66% | 1.05% |
| Any other ethnic group | 587 | 0.59% | 1.11% | 1.55% |
| Pakistani | 521 | 0.52% | 1.57% | 2.66% |
| Other Black | 300 | 0.30% | 0.38% | 0.50% |
| White and Black African | 283 | 0.28% | 0.43% | 0.42% |
| Bangladeshi | 261 | 0.26% | 0.80% | 1.08% |
| Arab | 227 | 0.23% | 0.25% | 0.56% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 77 | 0.08% | 0.14% | 0.11% |
| Roma | 74 | 0.07% | 0.15% | 0.17% |