MK4 1AL is a safe, established residential area on Favell Drive, 0.4km from The Bowl in Milton Keynes. Administratively it sits within Bletchley West ward and the Milton Keynes South constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% 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. Property: Average house prices are around £320k, up 17.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for MK4 1AL are sourced from Output Area E00084555 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FAVELL DRIVE, MK4 1AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FAVELL DRIVE, MK4 1AL.
338
40
£ 55,700 /yr
52%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 70% owner-occupation and average age 40, MK4 1AL has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £320k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 17.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK4 1AL. The average age is 40.2. 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
Detached
£ 314,000
4 sales · Mean £ 317,000
Semi-Detached
£ 307,500
3 sales · Mean £ 290,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
MK4 1AL has low crime rates — 37 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.
school Local Schools
Cold Harbour Church of England School
Abbeys Primary School
Barleyhurst Park Primary
New Chapter Primary School
Merebrook Infant School
Romans Field School
Emerson Valley School
Moorland Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Indian Curry House/Taste of Paradise MK0.8 km
- Kingdom Catering and Events0.8 km
- Krispy Foods0.8 km
- The Good Friend Takeaway0.3 km
- Smarts Fish & Chips0.8 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Denbigh Hall S & S Club0.9 km
- Royal British Legion0.9 km
- The Dolphin Public House0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.8 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Best One0.3 km
- Best One0.8 km
- Cox & Robinson (Chemists)0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Central MK Cafe0.4 km
- Romanellis Pizza0.4 km
- Frank Moran Centre0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bletchley2.2 km
- Milton Keynes Central2.8 km
- Fenny Stratford2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Favell Drive0.1 km
- Favell Drive0.1 km
- Elfield Park Roundabout West0.1 km
- Elfield Park Roundabout West0.2 km
- Parkside0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: MK41AL · Data under Open Government Licence