MK3 5AD is a sought-after residential area on Cottingham Grove, 0.7km from Bletchley in Bletchley. Administratively it sits within Bletchley Park ward and the Milton Keynes South constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a regional business centres zone — business quarters in major regional cities. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 41) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £392k.
Census 2021 statistics for MK3 5AD are sourced from Output Area E00084353 (shared with 42 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
COTTINGHAM GROVE, MK3 5AD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COTTINGHAM GROVE, MK3 5AD.
433
41
£ 54,800 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
MK3 5AD is an established family neighbourhood — 65% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £392k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK3 5AD. The average age is 41.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 372,500
2 sales · Mean £ 372,500
Terraced
£ 385,250
1 sales · Mean £ 385,250
Detached
£ 424,500
1 sales · Mean £ 424,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
MK3 5AD has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Holne Chase Primary School
Bishop Parker Catholic School
The Premier Academy
St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School
Lord Grey Academy
White Spire School
Rickley Park Primary School
Drayton Park School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
22 nearby- Wine & Prosecco to You0.9 km
- Mollys Pantry0.8 km
- Holland & Barratt0.7 km
- Home Bargains0.9 km
- Meat World0.8 km
- + 17 more
Restaurant, Cafe
21 nearby- The Enigma Cafe0.9 km
- Bletchley Bakery Cafe0.7 km
- Cafe Chaiwalaa0.8 km
- Dessert Island0.8 km
- Dubai Shisha Lounge0.3 km
- + 16 more
Takeaway Shop
17 nearby- The Rub BBQ0.9 km
- Bengal Spice0.7 km
- Giardino 14 Coffee0.6 km
- Kebab Centre1.0 km
- Mr.Wok0.7 km
- + 12 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Co-op0.9 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.8 km
- Farmfoods Freezer Centre0.7 km
- Lidl0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Bletchley & Fenny Stratford WMSC0.6 km
- Eight Belles Public House0.4 km
- Scot Sports and Social Club0.9 km
- The Old Swan0.9 km
- The Postal Club1.0 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bletchley0.7 km
- Fenny Stratford2.0 km
- Bow Brickhill3.4 km
Bus Stops
- Cottingham Grove0.3 km
- Cottingham Grove0.3 km
- The Eight Belles0.3 km
- College0.4 km
- Bletchley Police Station0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: MK35AD · Data under Open Government Licence