Postcode Analysis Milton Keynes, South East

GURNARDS AVENUE, MK6 2BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GURNARDS AVENUE, MK6 2BN.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

526

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Avg Age

31

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Avg Income

£ 51,200 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: MK6 2BN 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.

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4/10
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5/10
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2/10
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10/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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4/10
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Area Character

With 44% social renting, MK6 2BN is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 31-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

MK6 2BN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Gurnards Avenue, 0.7km from Milton Keynes in Milton Keynes. Administratively it sits within Woughton & Fishermead ward and the Milton Keynes North constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, MK6 2BN is a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. By day, the area transitions to a eat, drink and be merry character: areas dominated by food and entertainment. With residents averaging 31 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 44% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 52% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Milton Keynes.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 99 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £275k.

Census 2021 statistics for MK6 2BN are sourced from Output Area E00084427 (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 MK6 2BN. The average age is 30.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British48.5%
Asian / British Asian15.0%
Black / African / Caribbean27.1%
Other / Mixed9.5%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 6%
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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 275,000

2 sales · Mean £ 275,000

Flat

£ 260,000

1 sales · Mean £ 260,000

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

Crime around MK6 2BN is above average at 99 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences252
Public order65
Anti-social behaviour55
Other theft53
Shoplifting39

school Local Schools

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The Willows School and Early Years Centre

Good166 pupils0.3 km
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Orchard Academy

Good355 pupils0.5 km
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Jubilee Wood Primary School

Good502 pupils0.7 km
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Shepherdswell Academy

Outstanding140 pupils0.8 km
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Falconhurst School

Good346 pupils0.9 km
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The Milton Keynes Academy

Requires Improvement1242 pupils1.1 km
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Oldbrook First School and Nursery

Good159 pupils1.2 km
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Southwood School

Good172 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

45 nearby
  • Eagle News0.9 km
  • Evergreen Foods0.2 km
  • Handy General Store1.0 km
  • MK Halal Meat & Seafood Market0.3 km
  • One Stop Stores Ltd0.6 km
  • + 40 more
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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Aspers MK0.3 km
  • The Cricketers0.9 km
  • The Eagle Public House0.9 km
  • The Warbler On The Wharf0.5 km
  • Brewhouse and Kitchen Milton Keynes0.5 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

61 nearby
  • Hollywood Bowl0.3 km
  • McDonalds Restaurant0.3 km
  • Namji Xscape0.3 km
  • Orchard Acadamy0.5 km
  • Slim Chickens0.3 km
  • + 56 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-op0.4 km
  • Marks & Spencer1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

16 nearby
  • Eagles Jerk and Grill0.9 km
  • Testimony Catering Services0.2 km
  • HiTea0.8 km
  • Dessert Hut0.9 km
  • Itsu0.9 km
  • + 11 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Hotel La Tour0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Milton Keynes1.0 km
  • Milton Keynes Central2.0 km
  • Fenny Stratford4.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Springfield Roundabout South0.1 km
  • Springfield Roundabout South0.2 km
  • Pentewan Gate0.3 km
  • Fishermead Boulevard0.3 km
  • Pentewan Gate0.3 km