MK3 5BS is a sought-after residential area located 0.3km from Bletchley, Far in Bletchley. Administratively it sits within Bletchley Park ward and the Milton Keynes South constituency.
For families considering a move, MK3 5BS represents 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 properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for MK3 5BS are sourced from Output Area E00084362 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MK3 5BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MK3 5BS.
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 5BS 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK3 5BS. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
MK3 5BS has low crime rates — 37 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
St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School
Holne Chase Primary School
Chestnuts Primary School
Lord Grey Academy
White Spire School
Rickley Park Primary School
Romans Field School
Barleyhurst Park Primary
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Eight Belles Public House0.6 km
- Scot Sports and Social Club0.2 km
- The Old Swan0.2 km
- The Three Trees0.3 km
- St Martins Bowls Club0.6 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco Stores Ltd0.1 km
- Co-op0.0 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Favorite Chicken & Ribs0.6 km
- Shanghai House Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
- The Village Plaice0.7 km
- Noodle King Milton Keynes0.7 km
- St Marys Chippy0.3 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Premier Store0.6 km
- Tropical Touch Ventures0.6 km
- New City Service Station0.8 km
- P I Smith0.6 km
- Best One Food & Wine0.3 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Pasha Turkish Restaurant1.0 km
- House of Chicken0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bletchley1.3 km
- Fenny Stratford2.8 km
- Bow Brickhill4.2 km
Bus Stops
- Shenley Road0.1 km
- Shenley Road0.1 km
- St Mary's Avenue0.2 km
- St Marys Avenue0.3 km
- Holne Chase School0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: MK35BS · Data under Open Government Licence