Postcode Analysis Buckinghamshire, South East

CHANDOS CLOSE, MK18 1AW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHANDOS CLOSE, MK18 1AW.

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Population

433

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 62,700 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: MK18 1AW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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6/10
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9/10
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3/10
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7/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. MK18 1AW's low deprivation rank, 78% ownership, and £365k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

MK18 1AW is a sought-after residential area on Chandos Close, 0.5km from Mount Pleasant in Buckingham. Administratively it sits within Buckingham East ward and the Buckingham constituency.

For serious buyers, MK18 1AW is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 78% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £365k. 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 1AW are sourced from Output Area E00089078 (shared with 10 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 MK18 1AW. The average age is 44.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.5%
Asian / British Asian3.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.2%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 370,000

3 sales · Mean £ 363,333

Detached

£ 315,000

5 sales · Mean £ 320,000

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

MK18 1AW has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences45
Anti-social behaviour19
Other theft11
Public order9
Shoplifting8

school Local Schools

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Royal Latin School

Good1292 pupils0.2 km
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Buckingham School

Good1120 pupils0.2 km
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George Grenville Academy

Good198 pupils0.2 km
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Bourton Meadow Academy

Outstanding637 pupils1.1 km
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Lace Hill Academy

Good213 pupils1.3 km
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Buckingham Primary School

Outstanding382 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
  • Buckingham Simply Food Connect0.9 km
  • Buckingham Store0.6 km
  • Costcutter0.4 km
  • Eurogarage Buckingham0.7 km
  • + 12 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Buckingham Town Cricket Club0.4 km
  • Slade Indoor Bowls Centre0.9 km
  • The Kings Head0.6 km
  • The Mitre0.4 km
  • The Three Cups0.5 km
  • + 6 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

33 nearby
  • Bee's Kitchen0.6 km
  • Black Pepper Restaurant0.7 km
  • Buckingham Fort0.6 km
  • Buckingham Tandoori & Dial-A-Curry0.4 km
  • Costa Coffee Drive Thru1.0 km
  • + 28 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.2 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • Waitrose Ltd0.7 km
  • Aldi0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • China Cottage0.7 km
  • Smarts Fish & Chips0.6 km
  • Antep Kebab House0.7 km
  • Buckingham Fish Bar0.4 km
  • Domino's0.5 km
  • + 2 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Hilltop/Field View B & B0.8 km
  • Travelodge0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wolverton14.8 km
  • Bicester North15.2 km
  • Milton Keynes Central15.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Royal Latin School0.2 km
  • Upper School0.2 km
  • Upper School0.2 km
  • Chandos Road0.2 km
  • Chandos Road0.3 km