MK17 9HP is a safe, established residential area on Meads Close, 0.7km from Milton Bryan in Central Bedfordshire. Administratively it sits within Aspley and Woburn ward and the Mid Bedfordshire constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a accessible countryside zone — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. Residents average 48 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 54% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £280k.
Census 2021 statistics for MK17 9HP are sourced from Output Area E00088127 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MEADS CLOSE, MK17 9HP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MEADS CLOSE, MK17 9HP.
217
48
£ 56,400 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: MK17 9HP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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.
Area Character
MK17 9HP is an established family neighbourhood — 54% owner-occupation and an average age of 48 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK17 9HP. The average age is 47.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 280,000
1 sales · Mean £ 280,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)
MK17 9HP has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Paris House0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Red Lion0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Harlington6.3 km
- Ridgmont6.5 km
- Aspley Guise6.6 km
Bus Stops
- St Peter's Church0.1 km
- St Peter's Church0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: MK179HP · Data under Open Government Licence