MK17 8UY is a safe, established residential area on Tavistock Close, 0.5km from Woburn Sands in Woburn Sands. Administratively it sits within Danesborough & Walton ward and the Milton Keynes South constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in MK17, MK17 8UY offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 87% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £518k, up 4.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for MK17 8UY are sourced from Output Area E00084453 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TAVISTOCK CLOSE, MK17 8UY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TAVISTOCK CLOSE, MK17 8UY.
358
44
£ 62,700 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: MK17 8UY 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.
Area Character
MK17 8UY is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £518k, 87% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 4.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK17 8UY. The average age is 44.4. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 500,000
1 sales · Mean £ 500,000
Detached
£ 525,000
4 sales · Mean £ 533,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
MK17 8UY has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Swallowfield Primary
Fulbrook
St Mary's Wavendon CofE Primary
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Woburn Country Foods0.3 km
- Woburn Sands Convenience Store0.4 km
- Mrs Mac's Sweet Treats1.0 km
- Aubergine Fine Foods0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Station Tavern0.2 km
- Woodleys The Cottage1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Ottoman Kitchen0.9 km
- The Swan1.0 km
- Deep Blue Restaurant0.6 km
- Frosts Garden Centre0.3 km
- The Whisk Kitchen & Bar Ltd1.0 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Woburn Sands0.2 km
- Aspley Guise1.5 km
- Bow Brickhill3.5 km
Bus Stops
- Turnpike Court0.2 km
- Woburn Sands Rail Station0.2 km
- Woburn Sands Rail Station0.2 km
- Woburn Sands Rail Station0.2 km
- Woburn Sands Railway Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: MK178UY · Data under Open Government Licence