Postcode Analysis Milton Keynes, South East

CROSS END, MK17 8AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CROSS END, MK17 8AQ.

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Population

278

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 62,700 /yr

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Employed

62%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: MK17 8AQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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1/10
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5/10
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4/10
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9/10
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5/10
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9/10
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6/10
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6/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. MK17 8AQ's low deprivation rank, 70% ownership, and £868k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £868k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 5.0% year-on-year.

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

MK17 8AQ is a safe, established residential area on Cross End, 0.1km from Cross End in Milton Keynes. Administratively it sits within Danesborough & Walton ward and the Milton Keynes South constituency.

For families considering a move, MK17 8AQ represents a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Outside of residential hours, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £868k, up 5.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for MK17 8AQ are sourced from Output Area E00183707 (shared with 16 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 MK17 8AQ. The average age is 36.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British82.0%
Asian / British Asian7.4%
Black / African / Caribbean3.2%
Other / Mixed7.4%

Economic Activity

62%Active
FT: 46%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 285,000

3 sales · Mean £ 276,666

Detached

£ 920,000

8 sales · Mean £ 853,640

Semi-Detached

£ 530,000

3 sales · Mean £ 598,333

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

MK17 8AQ has low crime rates — 40 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences16
Burglary6
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson3
Public order3

school Local Schools

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Glebe Farm School

0.8 km
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St Mary's Wavendon CofE Primary

Good225 pupils1.2 km
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Swallowfield Primary

Good355 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Woburn Country Foods0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Wavendon Arms0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Frosts Garden Centre0.8 km
  • Woburn Sands Emporium0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Woburn Sands1.2 km
  • Aspley Guise2.2 km
  • Bow Brickhill3.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Cross End0.3 km
  • Cross End0.4 km
  • The Wavendon Arms0.4 km
  • The Wavendon Arms0.4 km