MK12 5GU is a safe, established residential area on Alvric Way, 0.2km from Wolverton Mill East in Milton Keynes. Administratively it sits within Wolverton ward and the Milton Keynes North constituency.
For families considering a move, MK12 5GU represents a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Outside of residential hours, science and business parks with high status workers. At 32 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £325k.
Census 2021 statistics for MK12 5GU are sourced from Output Area E00175464 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ALVRIC WAY, MK12 5GU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALVRIC WAY, MK12 5GU.
286
32
£ 53,900 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: MK12 5GU 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.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. MK12 5GU spans multiple life stages — average age 32, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK12 5GU. The average age is 32.2. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 325,000
1 sales · Mean £ 325,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
MK12 5GU has low crime rates — 37 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
Slated Row School
The Radcliffe School
St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School
Greenleys First School
Greenleys Junior School
St Mary and St Giles Church of England School
Wyvern School
Russell Street School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Slated Row Cafe0.4 km
- Greek Grill Cafe0.2 km
- Wolverton House0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Roma's Piadina Limited1.0 km
- Galley Hill Peri Peri1.0 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Trading as Welcome Stratford Park Stores in Partnership with CO-OP0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wolverton2.0 km
- Milton Keynes Central4.9 km
- Milton Keynes5.4 km
Bus Stops
- Harnett Drive0.1 km
- Harnett Drive0.2 km
- Greenleys Roundabout North0.3 km
- Greenleys Roundabout North0.3 km
- Ridgeway H10.5 km
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Postcode Profile: MK125GU · Data under Open Government Licence