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Cranfield University Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Cranfield University is a higher education institutions not applicable school in Cranfield, Central Bedfordshire . Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby not applicable schools below.

Cranfield University Catchment Area Information

What is the catchment area for Cranfield University?

The catchment area for Cranfield University is the geographic zone Central Bedfordshire uses to prioritise admissions when this not applicable school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Central Bedfordshire publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

The catchment area for Cranfield University is set by Central Bedfordshire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

The official admissions policy, including the catchment boundary map, is published by Central Bedfordshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Cranfield University: School Information

Full address
Stafford Cripps Building No 41, Cranfield, MK43 0AL
Local authority
Central Bedfordshire
School type
Higher education institutions
Phase of education
Not applicable
DfE URN
133848

Nearest not applicable schools by distance

These are the not applicable schools closest to Cranfield University by straight-line distance, including ones across a town or council boundary. Distance is not the same as being in catchment: always check each school's own admissions policy for its actual boundary.

Frequently Asked Questions: Cranfield University

What is the catchment area for Cranfield University?

The catchment area for Cranfield University is the geographic zone Central Bedfordshire uses to prioritise admissions when this not applicable school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Central Bedfordshire publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

Is Cranfield University oversubscribed?

Cranfield University has a capacity of N/A places. For the most up-to-date data, check with Central Bedfordshire.

What is the admissions policy for Cranfield University?

Admission to Cranfield University is managed by Central Bedfordshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

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