Postcode Analysis Milton Keynes, South East

WILKS CROFT, MK5 6AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WILKS CROFT, MK5 6AP.

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Population

323

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 62,300 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: MK5 6AP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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.

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4/10
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7/10
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7/10
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9/10
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9/10
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8/10
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9/10
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4/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. MK5 6AP spans multiple life stages — average age 36, moderate ownership and renting. £410k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 7.6% year-on-year.

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

MK5 6AP is a safe, established residential area on Wilks Croft, 0.5km from Shenley Church End in Milton Keynes. Administratively it sits within Loughton & Shenley ward and the Milton Keynes South constituency.

For families considering a move, MK5 6AP represents a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Outside of residential hours, science and business parks with high status workers. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £410k, up 7.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for MK5 6AP are sourced from Output Area E00084660 (shared with 9 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 MK5 6AP. The average age is 36.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British74.8%
Asian / British Asian16.1%
Black / African / Caribbean2.7%
Other / Mixed6.4%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 380,750

4 sales · Mean £ 386,625

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

MK5 6AP has low crime rates — 39 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 offences46
Anti-social behaviour35
Shoplifting14
Public order14
Criminal damage and arson11

school Local Schools

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Denbigh School

Good1751 pupils0.4 km
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Loughton School

Good478 pupils0.5 km
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Loughton Manor First School

Outstanding221 pupils0.5 km
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Glastonbury Thorn School

Outstanding178 pupils0.9 km
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Holmwood School

Good191 pupils1.0 km
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Christ the Sower Ecumenical Primary School

Inadequate336 pupils1.3 km
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Two Mile Ash School

Outstanding681 pupils1.3 km
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Ashbrook School

Outstanding176 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Jardines Pharmacy0.4 km
  • Bargain Booze0.4 km
  • Shenley Leisure Centre0.3 km
  • Crownhill Supermarket0.7 km
  • Martin McColls0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Bucks Fire & Rescue (Canteen)0.4 km
  • Kam Tong Garden0.7 km
  • Miller & Carter0.6 km
  • Harvester Pub & Restaurant0.6 km
  • Macintyre Coffee Shop0.4 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Chunkeez0.5 km
  • Eagle Pizza House Ltd0.4 km
  • Subway0.4 km
  • Dragon Bay0.5 km
  • Fike Akhis Express0.5 km
  • + 4 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Kensington0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Milton Keynes Central1.5 km
  • Milton Keynes2.7 km
  • Wolverton4.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Loughton Roundabout West0.2 km
  • Loughton Roundabout West0.2 km
  • Engaine Drive0.2 km
  • Engaine Drive0.2 km
  • London Road0.2 km