MK6 1LY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.6km from Coffee Hall in Milton Keynes. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Woughton & Fishermead ward and the Milton Keynes South constituency.
Within the MK6 district, this postcode is characterised by a mixed area of service workers, students and families in semi-detached housing. By day, the area transitions to a business parks character: manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. An average age of 35 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 — 41% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Milton Keynes.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for MK6 1LY are sourced from Output Area E00084992 (shared with 44 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MK6 1LY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MK6 1LY.
337
35
£ 44,700 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: MK6 1LY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 71% social renting, MK6 1LY is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK6 1LY. The average age is 35.5. 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 dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
MK6 1LY has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Paul's Catholic School
Bridge Academy
New Chapter Primary School
Oldbrook First School and Nursery
The Milton Keynes Academy
Moorland Primary School
Cold Harbour Church of England School
Jubilee Wood Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- New Day Cafe0.8 km
- Woughton Leisure Centre (Gino's Cafe)0.8 km
- Central MK Cafe0.8 km
- Romanellis Pizza0.8 km
- Dunelm0.8 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Chippy Chums Fish and Chips0.8 km
- Peter's Chinese0.8 km
- Majestic Caterers0.8 km
- Royal Wok0.8 km
- Domino's Pizza0.8 km
- + 4 more
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- B & M Stores0.9 km
- One Stop Stores Ltd0.8 km
- Majestic Wine Warehouse0.9 km
- Wickes Building Supplies0.7 km
- Sally Salon Services Ltd0.8 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl1.0 km
- Tesco0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Milton Keynes Central1.8 km
- Milton Keynes2.1 km
- Bletchley3.3 km
Bus Stops
- Leadenhall Roundabout South0.3 km
- Leadenhall Roundabout South0.3 km
- Bleak Hall Industrial Estate0.4 km
- Bleak Hall Industrial Estate0.4 km
- Pheonix Drive0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: MK61LY · Data under Open Government Licence