Welcome to Oakley

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Introduction

Oakley is a village and civil parish located in northern Bedfordshire, England, about four miles north west of the county town of Bedford and lies by the River Great Ouse. It has a population of approximately 2,500 and is near the villages of Bromham, Milton Ernest, Clapham, Radwell, and Felmersham. This picturesque, rural village encapsulates community spirit. This is evident in what Oakley offers its residents and nearby communities. Whether you wish to go for a quiet walk around our many, unspoilt fields, a picnic by the River Ouse, take the kids to our local park, enjoy a fine meal at the Bedford Arms restaurant, or relax with a refreshing drink at Oakley Sports & Social Club - we offer something for everyone.

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Parish Information

Parish statistics

Area

594 hectares

Population

2,507 (2021)

Density

422 people/km2

Mean age

40.0

Ward

Oakley

District

Bedford

Postcodes

MK41, MK43

ONS ID

E04011901


Council

Contact details for Oakley Parish Council, including current councillors, precept data and election results.

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Education

View educational establishments in Oakley Parish. Data includes OFSTED rating and current appointed governors.

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Business

Business directory listing local businesses operating within Oakley Parish.

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Planning

View recent planning applications submitted for Oakley Parish.

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Property

Price paid data for all property sold in Oakley Parish since 2018. Includes average prices for each property type.

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Heritage

Local heritage sites, historic churches, heritage pubs plus local heritage initiatives for Oakley Parish.

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Local News

Oakley Bridge repairs and traffic diversions

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Oakley Bridge repairs and traffic diversions

Published: 17th Oct 2023

Oakley planning objector says proposed site is

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Oakley planning objector says proposed site is "small and unsuitable" for new houses

Published: 5th Dec 2023

Road closed for THREE DAYS near Bedford for emergency repairs

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Road closed for THREE DAYS near Bedford for emergency repairs

Published: 12th Feb 2024