Postcode Analysis Milton Keynes, South East

MK1 1DY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MK1 1DY.

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Population

265

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 44,700 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: MK1 1DY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10
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7/10
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7/10
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3/10
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8/10
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2/10
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7/10
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3/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 44% of tenure in MK1 1DY — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.

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

MK1 1DY is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.3km from Denbigh West in Bletchley. Administratively it sits within Campbell Park & Old Woughton ward and the Milton Keynes South constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, MK1 1DY is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 44% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are high (449 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for MK1 1DY are sourced from Output Area E00084328 (shared with 131 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 1DY. The average age is 44.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British71.2%
Asian / British Asian19.1%
Black / African / Caribbean6.0%
Other / Mixed3.7%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime rates near MK1 1DY are high at 449 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting25
Violence and sexual offences25
Other theft23
Vehicle crime16
Anti-social behaviour9

school Local Schools

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Knowles Nursery School

Good87 pupils1.0 km
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Knowles Primary School

Requires Improvement324 pupils1.0 km
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Abbeys Primary School

Good256 pupils1.1 km
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Rickley Park Primary School

Good449 pupils1.4 km
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Lord Grey Academy

Good1430 pupils1.4 km
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White Spire School

Outstanding146 pupils1.4 km
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Milton Keynes Primary Pupil Referral Unit

Good1.4 km
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The Premier Academy

Outstanding630 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

42 nearby
  • Al Ansar0.8 km
  • EU Food Centre0.8 km
  • Holland & Barratt1.0 km
  • Home Bargains0.8 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.8 km
  • + 37 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Bletchley & Fenny Stratford WMSC1.0 km
  • The Postal Club0.9 km
  • Captain Ridley's Shooting Party0.8 km
  • Bletchley Conservative Club0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

50 nearby
  • Bletchley Bakery Cafe0.9 km
  • Cafe Chaiwalaa0.9 km
  • Dessert Island0.9 km
  • Dosa Street0.8 km
  • Pita & Olive0.8 km
  • + 45 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

24 nearby
  • Bengal Spice0.9 km
  • Giardino 14 Coffee0.9 km
  • Kebab Centre0.9 km
  • MK Panjabi Samosa & Sweets0.9 km
  • Mr.Wok0.8 km
  • + 19 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Aldi0.3 km
  • Iceland Foods0.5 km
  • Tesco Bletchley0.7 km
  • Farmfoods Freezer Centre0.9 km
  • Lidl0.6 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bletchley0.8 km
  • Fenny Stratford1.1 km
  • Bow Brickhill2.5 km

Bus Stops

  • First Avenue0.2 km
  • First Avenue0.2 km
  • Denbigh North Retail Park0.3 km
  • Denbigh North Retail Park0.3 km
  • Third Avenue0.3 km