Map of Oswald Close
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About Oswald Close
Oswald Close is a street located in the village of Shortstown. It uses the postcode MK42 0FY. The street has a length of approximately 55 metres.
Oswald Close 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.
Oswald Close has been assigned the Unique Street Reference Number of 27302722 in the National Street Gazetteer.
Oswald Close is located within the county of Bedfordshire, situated in the East of England region of the UK. It's 44.52 miles North from central London., 2.29 miles South East from Bedford, 14.7 miles East from Milton Keynes and 16.12 miles North from Luton.
Oswald Close is within the Post Town of BEDFORD.
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Eldroth Road
15th April 2024
I wondered if anyone has any old pictures of Wenning Bank House in the 1940’s and also Lane Side before of the same era .. we visited today with my Mum in law as she used to live at both these properties. Also any photos of the schools around that time .. thank you.
Can You Help?Napps Way
15th April 2024
Why is the road called Napps Way (belonging to Napp, but minus an
apostrophe as is usual with such nomenclature)? Moreover, who or
what is, or was, “Napp” in the respective, possessive case?
Several years ago, I met an elderly man (probably in his late-eighties)
who lives on Bentham Drive, Liverpool 16, and during a conversation
with him whilst in a Northwest Passenger Transport Ambulance on the
way to the former RLUH (Royal Liverpool University Hospital), he told
me that he could remember (when he was a boy, living in Childwall,
Liverpool 16) that, “Where Napps Way is now, during WW2, there was
a two-man gun emplacement on the, then, open land to protect the
railway line passing over Childwall Valley Road - next to the railway
bridge - when suddenly, as they were loading a live “shell” into the gun’s
breach, the aforementioned “shell” accidentally exploded in the gun’s
breach killing both of the two soldiers, that had been manning the gun,
instantly! (Very sad, of course, but could - perhaps - two ghosts relating
to those two, very unfortunately and prematurely-killed soldiers have
haunted that place of their deaths ever since - and have any residents
of Napps Way - formerly and in its latest incarnation - seen two, WW2
(uniformed) soldiers unexpectedly appear in or near their homes?)
Mauritius Road
15th April 2024
Why is Mauritius Road so called, since when and by whom? Does Greenwich have any particular links with Mauritius? Very interested to know. 🤞🏼
Can You Help?House Sales in Oswald Close
| Year | High | Low | Average | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | £142,453 | £142,453 | £142,453 | 1 |
| 2012 | £139,950 | £140,600 | £145,700 | 5 |
| 2014 | £156,000 | £156,000 | £156,000 | 1 |
| 2015 | £213,950 | £213,950 | £213,950 | 1 |
| 2017 | £204,995 | £204,995 | £204,995 | 1 |
| 2019 | £212,500 | £212,500 | £212,500 | 1 |
| 2023 | £267,000 | £267,000 | £267,000 | 1 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2024. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Estate Agents near Oswald Close
| Name | Address | Website |
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| Ashberry Homes (Northern Counties) | Megginson Way, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 0US | Visit Website |
| Fisher German LLP | 8 Stephenson Court Priory Business Park, Bedford,MK44 3WJ | Visit Website |
| Hollands Smith | 163 Castle Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3RT | Visit Website |
We have found 1 postcode for Oswald Close
Hotels near Oswald Close
Budget Hotels near Oswald Close
| Budget Hotel Name | Distance (miles) |
|---|---|
| 1: Name:Premier Inn Bedford - Priory Marina Address:Priory Country Park, Barkers Lane Telephone: Visit Site |
1.41 |
| 2: Name:Holiday Inn Express Bedford Address:Elstow Interchange A6/A421 Bedford Bypass Junction Telephone: Visit Site |
2.09 |
| 3: Name:Travelodge Bedford Goldington Road Address:403 Goldington Rd, Bedford, MK41 0DS Telephone:0871 559 1804 Visit Site |
2.12 |
| 4: Name:Premier Inn Bedford Town Centre Riverside Address:Riverside Square Telephone: Visit Site |
2.29 |
| 5: Name:Premier Inn Bedford South A421 Address:Fletcher Road Telephone: Visit Site |
3.25 |
Location Details
| Oswald Close | |
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| Latitude | 52.112476 |
| Longitude | -0.429533 |
| OS Easting (X): | 507529 |
| OS Northing (Y): | 247225 |
| OS Grid Reference: | TL075472 |
Ordnance Survey Maps for Oswald Close
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Frequently asked Questions for Oswald Close
What Council (Local Authority) is Oswald Close in?
Oswald Close is located within the local authority area of Bedford Council which is a Unitary Authority.
What Parish Council is Oswald Close in?
Oswald Close is in an unparished area.
What Electoral Ward is Oswald Close in?
Oswald Close is located within the ward of Eastcotts.
What County is Oswald Close in?
Oswald Close is located within the ceremonial county of Bedfordshire.
What Constituency is Oswald Close in?
Oswald Close is located within the constituency of North East Bedfordshire.
What Part of the UK is Oswald Close in?
Oswald Close is located within the East of England region of the United Kingdom.
What County Council area is Oswald Close in?
Oswald Close is located within the Bedford Council area.
What Police Force area is Oswald Close in?
Oswald Close is located within the Bedfordshire Police area.
Roads that have a Junction with Oswald Close
| Street | Junction Type |
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| Rochester Way | junction |
Sunset and Sunrise times for Oswald Close , MK42 0FY
| Sunrise | 05:59 |
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| Sunset | 20:03 |
Latest Weather Conditions for Oswald Close, MK42 0FY
| Observed at Weather Station: | Bedford 16 April 2024 at 19:00 (7.91 miles away) |
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| Current Weather: | Overcast |
| Temperature and Humidity: | 7.6°C (84.0%) |
| Wind Direction and Speed: | N (5 mph) |
Population Statistics
| ONS Area Code | E00088287 |
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| ONS Area Name | Multi-Ethnic Professionals with Families |
| Average Age | 38.34 |
| Area Population | 1719.00 |
| Male Population | 822.00 (48%) |
| Female Population | 897.00 (52%) |
| Benefit Claimants | 30 (2%) |
| LSOA Code: | E01017486 |
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| LSOA Name: | Bedford 019A |
| SOA Code: | 2d |
| SOA Name: | |
| MSOA Code: | E02003634 |
| MSOA Name: | Bedford 019 |
Nearest Supermarkets
| Tesco New Cardington Express |
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| 13 Beauvais Square, Shortstown, MK42 0GE |
| 0345 610 2812 |
| Distance: 0.06 Miles |
| Directions from Oswald Close to Tesco New Cardington Express |
| Tesco Bedford Extra |
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| Cardington Rd, Bedford, MK42 0BG |
| 0345 677 9060 |
| Distance: 1.51 Miles |
| Directions from Oswald Close to Tesco Bedford Extra |
| Morrisons Bedford |
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| Ampthill Road, Bedford MK42 9PP |
| 01234 430780 |
| Distance: 1.96 Miles |
| Directions from Oswald Close to Morrisons Bedford |
| Tesco Bedford Riverfield Dr Superstore |
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| Riverfield Dr, Bedford, MK41 0SE |
| 0345 677 9044 |
| Distance: 2.05 Miles |
| Directions from Oswald Close to Tesco Bedford Riverfield Dr Superstore |
Telephone Information
| Area Code |
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| Area Code: 01234 - Bedford |
| Area Code: 01767 - Sandy |
Broadband Information
| Speed | Average Speed | Median Speed | Maximum Speed | Next-generation access (NGA) | Number of Connections |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 2 Mbps | 1.2 | 1.3 | 1.5 | N | 4 |
Local Government
| Local Council Details |
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| 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 |
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| 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 2019 General Election Richard Fuller won with a majority of 24,283 the result was Con hold. The total electorate was 90,678 |
| Wards, Parish Councils and County Councils |
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| Ward: Eastcotts Ward |
| Parish: Unparished area |
| Ceremonial County: Bedfordshire |
Nearest Schools
Primary Schools
Shortstown Primary School
Address: Beauvais Square, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 0GS
Headteacher: Mrs Denise Cottam
Ofsted Rating: Good (as of 2021-10-13)
Distance: 0.12 miles
Contact: 01234740881
Shortstown Primary School
Address: Beauvais Square, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 0GS
Headteacher: Mrs Denise Cottam
Ofsted Rating: Good (as of 2013-04-25)
Distance: 0.12 miles
Contact:
Cotton End Forest School
Address: High Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 3AG
Headteacher: Mrs Karen Headland
Ofsted Rating: Requires improvement (as of 2023-01-25)
Distance: 1.39 miles
Contact: 01234740100
Secondary Schools
Bedford Academy
Address: Mile Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9TR
Headteacher: Mr Chris Deller
Ofsted Rating: Good (as of 2023-03-22)
Distance: 1.68 miles
Contact: 01234301500
Goldington Academy
Address: Haylands Way, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 9BX
Headteacher: Mr Francis Galbraith
Ofsted Rating: Good (as of 2022-02-02)
Distance: 2.42 miles
Contact: 01234261516
Castle Newnham School
Address: Polhill Avenue, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 9DT
Headteacher: Mrs Ruth Wilkes
Ofsted Rating: Good (as of 2018-09-26)
Distance: 2.80 miles
Contact: 01234303403
Higher Schools
Kimberley 16 - 19 Stem College
Address: Green Lane, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 9LY
Headteacher: Mr Tim Detheridge
Ofsted Rating: Good (as of 2023-05-05)
Distance: 7.15 miles
Contact: 01234762890
Luton Sixth Form College
Address: Bradgers Hill Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU2 7EW
Headteacher: Mr Altaf Hussain
Ofsted Rating: Good (as of 2023-10-13)
Distance: 14.55 miles
Contact: 01582877500
North Hertfordshire College
Address: Monkswood Way, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 1LA
Headteacher: Mr Kit Davies
Ofsted Rating: Good (as of 2023-11-24)
Distance: 21.78 miles
Contact: 01462424242
Nearest Hospitals
| Bedford Hospital South Wing |
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| Address: South Wing, Kempston Road, Bedford, MK42 9DJ, |
| NHS Sector |
| Bedford Hospital NHS Trust |
| Telephone: 01234 355 122 |
| Visit Hospital Website |
| Distance: 3.42 (miles) |
| Directions from to Bedford Hospital South Wing |
| Bedford Hospital North Wing |
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| Address: 32-34 Kimbolton Road, Bedford, MK40 2NS, |
| NHS Sector |
| Bedford Hospital NHS Trust |
| Telephone: 01234 355 122 |
| Visit Hospital Website |
| Distance: 3.87 (miles) |
| Directions from to Bedford Hospital North Wing |
| BMI The Manor Hospital |
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| Address: Church End, Biddenham, MK40 4AW, |
| Independent Sector |
| BMI Healthcare |
| Telephone: 01234 364252 |
| Visit Hospital Website |
| Distance: 6.39 (miles) |
| Directions from to BMI The Manor Hospital |
Nearest Dentists
Dentists near Oswald Close
LONDON ROAD HEALTH CENTRE
Address: 84-86 LONDON ROAD, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK42 0NT
Distance: 1.61 miles
Contact: :
DENTAL CLINIC
Address: 2 HONEYSUCKLE WAY, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK41 0TF
Distance: 1.94 miles
Contact: :
IDH LIMITED
Address: 112 CASTLE ROAD, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 3QY
Distance: 2.00 miles
Contact: :
GOLDINGTON ROAD (DENTAL SURGERY)
Address: 344 GOLDINGTON ROAD, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK41 9NS
Distance: 2.03 miles
Contact: :
RIVERFIELD DRIVE (DENTAL SURGERY)
Address: RIVERFIELD DRIVE, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK41 0SE
Distance: 2.05 miles
Contact: :
LATCHFORD AND LATCHFORD SPECIALIST DENTAL SURGERY
Address: 49 CASTLE ROAD, BEDFORD, MK40 3PL
Distance: 2.11 miles
Contact: :
Nearest GP Surgeries
Doctors near Oswald Close
SHORTSTOWN MEDICAL CENTRE
Address: 2-6 BEAUVAIS SQUARE, SHORTSTOWN, BEDFORD, MK42 0GS
Distance: 0.08 miles
Contact: :
SHORTSTOWN MEDICAL CENTRE
Address: 2-6 BEAUVAIS SQUARE, SHORTSTOWN, BEDFORD, MK42 0GS
Distance: 0.08 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 743000
DR HYDER
Address: THE BRANCH SURGERY, ABBEY FIELDS, ELSTOW, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK42 9GP
Distance: 0.82 miles
Contact: :
PC EXT ACCESS BEDOC
Address: ABBEY FIELDS, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK42 9GP
Distance: 0.82 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 889088
ELSTOW MEDICAL CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE
Address: ABBEY FIELDS, ELSTOW, BEDFORD, MK42 9GP
Distance: 0.82 miles
Contact: :
LONDON ROAD HEALTH CENTRE
Address: 84-86 LONDON ROAD, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK42 0NT
Distance: 1.61 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 266851
Nearest Dispensing Chemists
Pharmacies near Oswald Close
PHOENIX PHARMACY T/A SHORTSTOWN PHARMACY
Address: UNIT 2(B) BLOCK F, 15 BEAUVAIS SQUARE, SHORTSTOWN, BEDFORD, MK42 0GE
Distance: 0.07 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 743330
PHOENIX PHARMACY
Address: 141 HARROWDEN ROAD, BEDFORD, MK42 0RU
Distance: 0.70 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 353630
SMARTA HEALTHCARE
Address: 5 STEPHENSON COURT, PRIORY BUSINESS PARK, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK44 3WJ
Distance: 1.19 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 831768
PHOENIX PHARMACY T/A BERKELEY PHARMACY
Address: 30 GOSTWICK ROAD, BEDFORD, MK42 9XD
Distance: 1.44 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 357733
TESCO INSTORE PHARMACY
Address: CARDINGTON ROAD, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK42 0BG
Distance: 1.50 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 621018
AVICENNA PHARMACY
Address: 88 LONDON ROAD, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK42 0NT
Distance: 1.61 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 354780
Nearest Opticians
Opticians near Oswald Close
HUMPHRISS & BURGESS
Address: 28A MILL STREET, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 3HD
Distance: 2.27 miles
Contact: :
BOOTS OPTICIANS (BEDFORD)
Address: 33-37 HARPUR CENTRE, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 1TN
Distance: 2.34 miles
Contact: :
SPECSAVERS (BEDFORD)
Address: 1 HARPUR CENTRE, MIDLAND ROAD, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 1TJ
Distance: 2.36 miles
Contact: :
DONNE & BROWNING OPTICIANS & HEARING CARE
Address: 3-4 THE ARCADE, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 1NS
Distance: 2.36 miles
Contact: :
VISION EXPRESS (BEDFORD)
Address: 28 THE HARPUR CENTRE, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 1TG
Distance: 2.36 miles
Contact: :
BOOTS OPTICIANS LTD - BEDFORD INTERCHANGE RETAIL PARK
Address: UNIT D INTERCHANGE RETAIL PARK, KEMPSTON, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK42 7AZ
Distance: 2.37 miles
Contact: :
Transport
Nearest Rail Stations
Bedford St Johns Station is 1.99 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.
Directions from Oswald Close to Bedford St Johns Rail Station
Bedford Station is 2.68 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.