MK3 5BH is a sought-after residential area on Milton Grove, 0.7km from Far Bletchley in Bletchley. Administratively it sits within Bletchley Park ward and the Milton Keynes South constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in MK3, MK3 5BH offers a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 79% 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 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £312k, down 11.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for MK3 5BH are sourced from Output Area E00084362 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MILTON GROVE, MK3 5BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MILTON GROVE, MK3 5BH.
358
44
£ 54,800 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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
MK3 5BH is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 79% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 11.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK3 5BH. The average age is 44.1. 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: 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
£ 310,000
16 sales · Mean £ 319,093
Terraced
£ 280,000
1 sales · Mean £ 280,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
MK3 5BH has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting 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
St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School
Chestnuts Primary School
Rickley Park Primary School
White Spire School
Lord Grey Academy
Romans Field School
Bishop Parker Catholic School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Best One Food & Wine0.5 km
- Co-op0.9 km
- McColls0.9 km
- Mollys Pantry0.3 km
- Premier Store0.5 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- House of Chicken0.9 km
- Dubai Shisha Lounge0.9 km
- Pasha Turkish Restaurant0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op0.3 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Noodle King Milton Keynes0.9 km
- St Marys Chippy0.5 km
- Tandoori Hut0.9 km
- Favorite Chicken & Ribs0.9 km
- Shanghai House Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Eight Belles Public House0.5 km
- Scot Sports and Social Club0.2 km
- The Old Swan0.4 km
- The Three Trees0.6 km
- St Martins Bowls Club0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bletchley1.2 km
- Fenny Stratford2.6 km
- Bow Brickhill4.1 km
Bus Stops
- Shenley Road0.4 km
- Holne Chase School0.4 km
- Shenley Road0.4 km
- Holne Chase School0.4 km
- St Mary's Avenue0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: MK35BH · Data under Open Government Licence