Postcode Analysis Milton Keynes, South East

GRAMWELL, MK5 6DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRAMWELL, MK5 6DQ.

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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 6DQ 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

No single demographic signal dominates MK5 6DQ — age 36, 28% ownership, 25% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 380.4% year-on-year.

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

MK5 6DQ is a safe, established residential area on Gramwell, 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 6DQ represents a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. 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.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £133k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 380.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for MK5 6DQ 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 6DQ. 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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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 60,800

5 sales · Mean £ 73,960

Semi-Detached

£ 245,000

3 sales · Mean £ 233,666

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

MK5 6DQ has low crime rates — 43 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 offences38
Anti-social behaviour28
Shoplifting13
Criminal damage and arson10
Public order10

school Local Schools

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Denbigh School

Good1751 pupils0.3 km
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Loughton School

Good478 pupils0.6 km
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Loughton Manor First School

Outstanding221 pupils0.7 km
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Glastonbury Thorn School

Outstanding178 pupils0.8 km
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Christ the Sower Ecumenical Primary School

Inadequate336 pupils1.1 km
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Holmwood School

Good191 pupils1.1 km
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The Hazeley Academy

Good1591 pupils1.4 km
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Two Mile Ash School

Outstanding681 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Crownhill Supermarket0.5 km
  • Martin McColls0.7 km
  • Jardines Pharmacy0.4 km
  • Bargain Booze0.4 km
  • Shenley Leisure Centre0.3 km
  • + 1 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Kensington0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

15 nearby
  • Harvester Pub & Restaurant0.7 km
  • Macintyre Coffee Shop0.6 km
  • New Mandarin Restaurant0.4 km
  • Playful Pottery0.4 km
  • SMC Pneumatics UK (TNS Catering)0.5 km
  • + 10 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.3 km
  • Co-op1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Dragon Bay0.6 km
  • Fike Akhis Express0.6 km
  • Fish 'N' Chick'n0.4 km
  • Hong Kong Cottage0.6 km
  • Wingers0.6 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Milton Keynes Central1.7 km
  • Milton Keynes2.9 km
  • Wolverton4.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Engaine Drive0.0 km
  • Engaine Drive0.1 km
  • Lennon Drive0.2 km
  • Lennon Drive0.2 km
  • Daubeney Gate0.3 km