Postcode Analysis Buckinghamshire, South East

MK18 1AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MK18 1AJ.

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Population

201

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Avg Age

56

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Avg Income

£ 62,700 /yr

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Employed

34%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: MK18 1AJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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1/10
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7/10
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8/10
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4/10
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6/10
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Area Character

MK18 1AJ is a settled retirement community — average age 56, 69% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.

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

MK18 1AJ is a sought-after residential area located 0.5km from Bone Hill in Buckingham. Administratively it sits within Buckingham East ward and the Buckingham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in MK18, MK18 1AJ offers a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. Average age 56 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 69% 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 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for MK18 1AJ are sourced from Output Area E00089091 (shared with 10 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 MK18 1AJ. The average age is 56.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.2%
Asian / British Asian4.9%
Black / African / Caribbean3.9%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

34%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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

MK18 1AJ has low crime rates — 37 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.

Violence and sexual offences59
Anti-social behaviour22
Other theft15
Public order13
Shoplifting9

school Local Schools

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George Grenville Academy

Good198 pupils0.1 km
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Royal Latin School

Good1292 pupils0.3 km
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Buckingham School

Good1120 pupils0.3 km
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Bourton Meadow Academy

Outstanding637 pupils1.1 km
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Buckingham Primary School

Outstanding382 pupils1.3 km
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Lace Hill Academy

Good213 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
  • Buckingham Simply Food Connect0.8 km
  • Buckingham Store0.5 km
  • Costcutter0.3 km
  • Eurogarage Buckingham0.8 km
  • + 13 more
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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Buckingham Town Cricket Club0.4 km
  • Buckingham West End Bowls Club0.9 km
  • Slade Indoor Bowls Centre1.0 km
  • The Kings Head0.5 km
  • The Mitre0.4 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

30 nearby
  • Bee's Kitchen0.5 km
  • Black Pepper Restaurant0.6 km
  • Buckingham Fort0.5 km
  • Buckingham Tandoori & Dial-A-Curry0.3 km
  • Gazzeria0.6 km
  • + 25 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.1 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Tesco0.6 km
  • Waitrose Ltd0.6 km
  • Aldi0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • China Cottage0.6 km
  • Smarts Fish & Chips0.5 km
  • Antep Kebab House0.6 km
  • Buckingham Fish Bar0.3 km
  • Buckingham Pizza & Fried Chicken1.0 km
  • + 2 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Hilltop/Field View B & B0.9 km
  • Travelodge0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wolverton14.8 km
  • Bicester North15.2 km
  • Milton Keynes Central15.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Chandos Road0.2 km
  • Royal Latin School0.2 km
  • Chandos Road0.2 km
  • Upper School0.3 km
  • Upper School0.3 km