MK18 1AQ is a sought-after residential area located 0.4km from Buckingham in Buckingham. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Buckingham East ward and the Buckingham constituency.
Day-to-day life in MK18 1AQ has the character of a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. Average age 56 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 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 MK18 1AQ are sourced from Output Area E00089091 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MK18 1AQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MK18 1AQ.
201
56
£ 62,700 /yr
34%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: MK18 1AQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, MK18 1AQ is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK18 1AQ. The average age is 56.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
MK18 1AQ has low crime rates — 42 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
George Grenville Academy
Buckingham School
Royal Latin School
Bourton Meadow Academy
Buckingham Primary School
Lace Hill Academy
Maids Moreton Church of England School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.4 km
- Buckingham Simply Food Connect0.6 km
- Buckingham Store0.3 km
- Costcutter0.3 km
- Eurogarage Buckingham1.0 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Buckingham Town Cricket Club0.2 km
- Buckingham West End Bowls Club0.9 km
- The Kings Head0.4 km
- The Mitre0.6 km
- The Three Cups0.2 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
30 nearby- Bee's Kitchen0.3 km
- Black Pepper Restaurant0.4 km
- Buckingham Fort0.4 km
- Buckingham Tandoori & Dial-A-Curry0.3 km
- Gazzeria0.3 km
- + 25 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Sainsbury's0.1 km
- Tesco1.0 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- Waitrose Ltd0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- China Cottage0.4 km
- Smarts Fish & Chips0.4 km
- Antep Kebab House0.4 km
- Buckingham Fish Bar0.2 km
- Buckingham Pizza & Fried Chicken0.8 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wolverton14.6 km
- Milton Keynes Central15.1 km
- Bicester North15.4 km
Bus Stops
- Chandos Road0.1 km
- Chandos Road0.1 km
- Bourtonville0.3 km
- Bourtonville0.3 km
- Upper School0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: MK181AQ · Data under Open Government Licence