Postcode Analysis Milton Keynes, South East

KNAPP GATE, MK5 6DN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KNAPP GATE, MK5 6DN.

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Population

373

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 62,300 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: MK5 6DN 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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3/10
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8/10
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6/10
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9/10
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9/10
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9/10
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7/10
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4/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines MK5 6DN — 49% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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

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

Within the MK5 district, this postcode is characterised by a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. By day, the area transitions to a science and business parks character: science and business parks with high status workers. An average age of 36 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. The area has a notably diverse population — 49% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Milton Keynes.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £245k.

Census 2021 statistics for MK5 6DN are sourced from Output Area E00084659 (shared with 13 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 6DN. The average age is 36.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British50.7%
Asian / British Asian31.1%
Black / African / Caribbean9.9%
Other / Mixed8.3%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 245,000

1 sales · Mean £ 245,000

Detached

£ 475,500

2 sales · Mean £ 475,500

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

MK5 6DN has low crime rates — 41 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 offences50
Anti-social behaviour30
Shoplifting13
Criminal damage and arson12
Vehicle crime10

school Local Schools

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Denbigh School

Good1751 pupils0.4 km
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Loughton School

Good478 pupils0.6 km
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Loughton Manor First School

Outstanding221 pupils0.6 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 pupils1.2 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
  • Crownhill Supermarket0.6 km
  • Martin McColls0.6 km
  • Jardines Pharmacy0.4 km
  • Bargain Booze0.4 km
  • Shenley Leisure Centre0.3 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Kensington0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Harvester Pub & Restaurant0.7 km
  • Macintyre Coffee Shop0.5 km
  • New Mandarin Restaurant0.4 km
  • Playful Pottery0.4 km
  • SMC Pneumatics UK (TNS Catering)0.5 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Dragon Bay0.5 km
  • Fike Akhis Express0.5 km
  • Fish 'N' Chick'n0.4 km
  • Hong Kong Cottage0.5 km
  • Wingers0.5 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Milton Keynes Central1.6 km
  • Milton Keynes2.8 km
  • Wolverton4.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Engaine Drive0.1 km
  • Engaine Drive0.1 km
  • Loughton Roundabout West0.2 km
  • Loughton Roundabout West0.2 km
  • London Road0.3 km