MK17 8NZ is a lively urban neighbourhood on Fontaines Road, 0.5km from Cross End in Milton Keynes. Administratively it sits within Danesborough & Walton ward and the Milton Keynes South constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in MK17, MK17 8NZ offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The predominance of young residents (average age 27) gives the area its energy — expect active social scenes, short tenancies, and regular neighbourhood turnover. 86% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 40% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Milton Keynes. Employment levels are high (57% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are high (179 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Prices average £472k, up 63.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for MK17 8NZ are sourced from Output Area E00183704 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FONTAINES ROAD, MK17 8NZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FONTAINES ROAD, MK17 8NZ.
352
27
£ 62,700 /yr
69%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: MK17 8NZ 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
High employment, young population. MK17 8NZ combines 69% economic activity with a 27-year average age — the hallmarks of a graduate-retention neighbourhood. Above-average crime reflects the high footfall and commercial activity in this zone. Property prices are trending up 63.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK17 8NZ. The average age is 27.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: Characterized by young property owners. A vibrant neighborhood where early-career professionals are getting on the housing ladder.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 331,500
8 sales · Mean £ 337,875
Detached
£ 498,500
16 sales · Mean £ 500,655
Semi-Detached
£ 347,500
10 sales · Mean £ 355,349
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near MK17 8NZ are high at 179 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
Glebe Farm School
St Mary's Wavendon CofE Primary
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- John Lewis Distribution Centre Magna Park 1 (Staff Canteen)0.6 km
- John Lewis Distribution Centre Magna Park 2 (Staff Canteen)0.6 km
- John Lewis Distribution Centre Magna Park 3 (Staff Canteen)0.6 km
- River Island (Gather & Gather UK Limited)0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Wavendon Arms0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Woburn Sands1.6 km
- Aspley Guise2.4 km
- Bow Brickhill4.0 km
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Postcode Profile: MK178NZ · Data under Open Government Licence