MK12 5GX is a safe, established residential area on East Moor Drive, 0.2km from Wolverton Mill in Milton Keynes. Administratively it sits within Wolverton ward and the Milton Keynes North constituency.
For families considering a move, MK12 5GX 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 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £240k.
Census 2021 statistics for MK12 5GX are sourced from Output Area E00175464 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EAST MOOR DRIVE, MK12 5GX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EAST MOOR DRIVE, MK12 5GX.
286
32
£ 53,900 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: MK12 5GX 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 5GX 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 5GX. 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
Flat
£ 185,500
10 sales · Mean £ 187,950
Detached
£ 430,000
2 sales · Mean £ 430,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
MK12 5GX has low crime rates — 42 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
St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School
The Radcliffe School
Greenleys First School
St Mary and St Giles Church of England School
Greenleys Junior School
Russell Street School
Wyvern School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Slated Row Cafe0.5 km
- Greek Grill Cafe0.1 km
- Wolverton House0.5 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Galley Hill Londis1.0 km
- Trading as Welcome Stratford Park Stores in Partnership with CO-OP0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Galley Hill Peri Peri0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wolverton2.0 km
- Milton Keynes Central4.9 km
- Milton Keynes5.4 km
Bus Stops
- Harnett Drive0.2 km
- Harnett Drive0.2 km
- Greenleys Roundabout North0.3 km
- Greenleys Roundabout North0.4 km
- Ridgeway H10.4 km
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Postcode Profile: MK125GX · Data under Open Government Licence