Postcode Analysis Milton Keynes, South East

PENNYCRESS WAY, MK16 8TX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PENNYCRESS WAY, MK16 8TX.

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

273

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 54,500 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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3/10
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7/10
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6/10
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5/10
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6/10
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6/10
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6/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates MK16 8TX — age 43, 74% ownership, 17% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

MK16 8TX is a sought-after residential area on Pennycress Way, 1.3km from Linford Wharf in Newport Pagnell. Administratively it sits within Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope ward and the Milton Keynes North constituency.

For serious buyers, MK16 8TX is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 74% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £205k.

Census 2021 statistics for MK16 8TX are sourced from Output Area E00084703 (shared with 14 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 MK16 8TX. The average age is 43.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.3%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean4.0%
Other / Mixed5.1%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 205,000

3 sales · Mean £ 235,333

Semi-Detached

£ 160,000

1 sales · Mean £ 160,000

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

MK16 8TX has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences54
Vehicle crime18
Criminal damage and arson16
Other theft16
Shoplifting16

school Local Schools

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Portfields Primary School

Good692 pupils0.5 km
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Ousedale School

Good2204 pupils1.2 km
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Green Park School

Good298 pupils1.3 km
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Giffard Park Primary School

Good308 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • RPM Newsagent0.7 km
  • Astons Chemist0.5 km
  • Calidos Bakery0.3 km
  • W H Smith0.2 km
  • Welcome Break Forecourt (Northbound)0.2 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Dove0.5 km
  • The Red House0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Bon Viveur (ITAS Ltd)0.9 km
  • KFC0.2 km
  • Burger King0.2 km
  • KFC0.2 km
  • Starbucks Coffee Company0.2 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Lidl0.5 km
  • CO-OP0.5 km
  • Waitrose0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Seacourt Fish Bar0.5 km
  • Subway0.2 km
  • Subway0.2 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Ramada Newport Pagnell0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wolverton4.4 km
  • Milton Keynes5.0 km
  • Milton Keynes Central5.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Hemmingway Close0.3 km
  • Kipling Drive0.3 km
  • Wordsworth Avenue South0.3 km
  • Wordsworth Avenue South0.4 km
  • Wordsworth Avenue North0.4 km