Stanford, Biggleswade, SG18 9JD

Stanford, Biggleswade lies within the market town of Biggleswade in Central Bedfordshire, England. Biggleswade is a market town and civil parish that sits on the River Ivel, about 11 miles (18 km) south‑east of Bedford. According to the 2011 United Kingdom census the population of the town was 16,551, and this figure increased by 36 % to 22,541 by the 2021 census. The town’s description highlights it as a market town, suggesting a local economy that includes shops and services typical of such settlements. The postal district SG 18 places Stanford within the broader Biggleswade area, indicating a shared postal identity and local infrastructure. The town’s growing population and riverine setting suggest a community that values both accessibility and natural features. The data provide a clear picture of Stanford’s place within a bustling market town environment in Bedfordshire.