MK5 6DH is a sought-after residential area on Engaine Drive, 0.5km from Shenley Church End in Milton Keynes. Administratively it sits within Stony Stratford ward and the Milton Keynes South constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in MK5, MK5 6DH offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a professional home-workers in outer suburbs character: ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. An average age of 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 35% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Milton Keynes.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £692k.
Census 2021 statistics for MK5 6DH are sourced from Output Area E00183431 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ENGAINE DRIVE, MK5 6DH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ENGAINE DRIVE, MK5 6DH.
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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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, MK5 6DH combines high owner-occupation (87%), strong property values (£692k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £692k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK5 6DH. 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
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
Detached
£ 595,000
4 sales · Mean £ 608,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
MK5 6DH has low crime rates — 28 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
Denbigh School
Glastonbury Thorn School
Loughton School
Loughton Manor First School
Christ the Sower Ecumenical Primary School
The Hazeley Academy
Holmwood School
The Walnuts School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Forget Me Not0.8 km
- Jardines Pharmacy0.5 km
- Bargain Booze0.5 km
- Shenley Leisure Centre0.4 km
- Crownhill Supermarket0.6 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Bon Viveur0.9 km
- Bucks Fire & Rescue (Canteen)0.9 km
- Miller & Carter0.6 km
- Shenley Wood Village0.8 km
- Harvester Pub & Restaurant0.8 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Ash's Fish & Chicken0.9 km
- Chunkeez0.8 km
- Eagle Pizza House Ltd0.5 km
- Subway0.5 km
- Dragon Bay0.8 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge0.6 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.5 km
- Co-op0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Milton Keynes Central1.9 km
- Milton Keynes3.1 km
- Wolverton4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Daubeney Gate0.1 km
- Daubeney Gate0.1 km
- Lennon Drive0.2 km
- Lennon Drive0.2 km
- Engaine Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: MK56DH · Data under Open Government Licence