Bedford — Local Statistics
Key economic and labour market statistics for Bedford, sourced from the Office for National Statistics.
£35,987
Median Annual Salary
+7.9% vs UK average
4.4%
Claimant Rate
+0.9pp vs UK average
5,380
Claimants (April 2026)
£33,344
UK Median Salary
Bedford Economic Overview
Salaries
Salaries in Bedford are slightly above the UK national average. The median annual pay of £35,987 compares favourably to the UK figure of £33,344, suggesting solid employment opportunities across a range of sectors.
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Unemployment & Claimant Count
Bedford's claimant rate of 4.4% is in line with the UK average of 3.5%, reflecting typical employment conditions for UK local authorities.