Postcode Analysis Milton Keynes, South East

OPAL DRIVE, MK15 0DU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OPAL DRIVE, MK15 0DU.

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Population

279

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Avg Age

31

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

55%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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3/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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8/10
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5/10
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2/10
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6/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, MK15 0DU combines high owner-occupation (65%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

MK15 0DU is a sought-after residential area on Opal Drive, 0.2km from Milton Keynes Village in Milton Keynes. Administratively it sits within Broughton ward and the Milton Keynes North constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in MK15, MK15 0DU offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. By day, the area transitions to a science and business parks character: science and business parks with high status workers. With residents averaging 31 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 65% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 40% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Milton Keynes.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for MK15 0DU are sourced from Output Area E00175450 (shared with 36 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 MK15 0DU. The average age is 31.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British59.6%
Asian / British Asian26.2%
Black / African / Caribbean8.7%
Other / Mixed5.5%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

MK15 0DU has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences20
Vehicle crime9
Public order6
Other theft6
Criminal damage and arson4

school Local Schools

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Middleton Primary School

Outstanding631 pupils0.6 km
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Oakgrove School

Good2304 pupils1.0 km
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Broughton Fields Primary School

Good417 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Ball Corporation (Sodexo Food Services)0.5 km
  • Harvester0.3 km
  • Top Jump Inflatable Park0.5 km
  • Broughton Mess0.2 km
  • Change Please0.8 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Premier Store0.9 km
  • Broughton Halal Butchers0.8 km
  • Broughton Mini Mart (Asian/African Grocery)0.8 km
  • Wow Refreshment0.8 km
  • Shell Budgens Broughton0.4 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Holiday Inn Express0.1 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Milton Keynes Village Pavilion1.0 km
  • The Swan Inn0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Codswallop Fish & Chips0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Milton Keynes3.4 km
  • Milton Keynes Central4.5 km
  • Bow Brickhill5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Fox Milne Roundabout West0.2 km
  • Fox Milne Roundabout West0.2 km
  • Northfield Drive0.4 km
  • Northfield Drive0.4 km
  • Bressingham Gate0.5 km