Postcode Analysis Milton Keynes, South East

CATHAY CLOSE, MK3 5AZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CATHAY CLOSE, MK3 5AZ.

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Population

433

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 54,800 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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

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

MK3 5AZ 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. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

MK3 5AZ is a sought-after residential area on Cathay Close, 0.7km from Water Eaton Road in Bletchley. Administratively it sits within Bletchley Park ward and the Milton Keynes South constituency.

For families considering a move, MK3 5AZ represents a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. The daytime character shifts — business quarters in major regional cities. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for MK3 5AZ are sourced from Output Area E00084353 (shared with 42 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 MK3 5AZ. 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

White / British74.3%
Asian / British Asian6.2%
Black / African / Caribbean10.9%
Other / Mixed8.6%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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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)

MK3 5AZ has low crime rates — 17 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 offences18
Anti-social behaviour9
Vehicle crime6
Other theft5
Burglary5

school Local Schools

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Holne Chase Primary School

Inadequate232 pupils0.6 km
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Bishop Parker Catholic School

Good212 pupils0.9 km
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The Premier Academy

Outstanding630 pupils1.0 km
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Drayton Park School

Outstanding327 pupils1.2 km
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Rickley Park Primary School

Good449 pupils1.2 km
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Lord Grey Academy

Good1430 pupils1.2 km
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White Spire School

Outstanding146 pupils1.2 km
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Knowles Nursery School

Good87 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • Wine & Prosecco to You0.8 km
  • Mollys Pantry0.9 km
  • Al Ansar1.0 km
  • EU Food Centre1.0 km
  • Holland & Barratt0.6 km
  • + 25 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

28 nearby
  • The Enigma Cafe0.8 km
  • Bletchley Bakery Cafe0.6 km
  • Cafe Chaiwalaa0.7 km
  • Dessert Island0.7 km
  • Dosa Street1.0 km
  • + 23 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

21 nearby
  • The Rub BBQ0.8 km
  • Bengal Spice0.6 km
  • Giardino 14 Coffee0.6 km
  • Kebab Centre0.8 km
  • MK Panjabi Samosa & Sweets1.0 km
  • + 16 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Bletchley & Fenny Stratford WMSC0.5 km
  • Eight Belles Public House0.5 km
  • Scot Sports and Social Club1.0 km
  • The Postal Club0.8 km
  • Bletchley Conservative Club0.9 km
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Tesco Stores Ltd0.9 km
  • Farmfoods Freezer Centre0.6 km
  • Iceland Foods0.9 km
  • Lidl0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bletchley0.6 km
  • Fenny Stratford1.9 km
  • Bow Brickhill3.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Cottingham Grove0.4 km
  • The Eight Belles0.4 km
  • Cottingham Grove0.4 km
  • Bletchley Police Station0.4 km
  • College0.4 km