Postcode Analysis Milton Keynes, South East

WATLING STREET, MK1 1BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATLING STREET, MK1 1BP.

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Population

288

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 48,900 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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1/10
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8/10
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6/10
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7/10
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7/10
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6/10
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6/10
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9/10
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9/10
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Area Character

MK1 1BP is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £910k, 87% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £910k.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

MK1 1BP is a mixed residential area on Watling Street, 0.4km from Stratford, Fenny in Bletchley. Administratively it sits within Bletchley East ward and the Milton Keynes South constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in MK1, MK1 1BP offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 106 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £910k.

Census 2021 statistics for MK1 1BP are sourced from Output Area E00084325 (shared with 133 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK1 1BP. The average age is 48.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.6%
Asian / British Asian3.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed5.6%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 838,250

2 sales · Mean £ 838,250

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around MK1 1BP is above average at 106 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences123
Shoplifting69
Anti-social behaviour42
Other theft41
Public order31

school Local Schools

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Knowles Nursery School

Good87 pupils0.7 km
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Knowles Primary School

Requires Improvement324 pupils0.7 km
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Milton Keynes Primary Pupil Referral Unit

Good0.8 km
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The Premier Academy

Outstanding630 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • AP Wine and Spirits0.3 km
  • Argos Extra0.6 km
  • Caketastic Ltd0.8 km
  • Downton Delights0.4 km
  • HKS Retail1.0 km
  • + 25 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

17 nearby
  • Sunats Kebabs0.8 km
  • Desy MK Ltd - Noor Indian Takeaway0.4 km
  • Pizza Hut0.8 km
  • The Greedy Italian Ltd0.2 km
  • Kafila0.8 km
  • + 12 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Captain Ridley's Shooting Party0.8 km
  • Chequers0.1 km
  • Pink Punters0.5 km
  • The Maltsters Arms Public House0.4 km
  • The Red Lion0.2 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

24 nearby
  • Ama Zing Zing0.9 km
  • Aromas0.4 km
  • Bletchley Leisure Centre0.8 km
  • Dinajpur Indian Restaurant0.4 km
  • Mister Teas Cafe0.4 km
  • + 19 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Aldi0.8 km
  • Tesco Bletchley0.3 km
  • Asda0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Hotel Campanile0.5 km
  • The Swan Hotel0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Fenny Stratford0.1 km
  • Bletchley1.4 km
  • Bow Brickhill1.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Fenny Stratford Rail Station0.1 km
  • Fenny Stratford Rail Station0.1 km
  • Fenny Stratford Rail Station0.1 km
  • Staplehall Road0.2 km
  • Staplehall Road0.2 km