MK2 2WL is a mixed residential area located 0.7km from Stratford, Fenny in Bletchley. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Bletchley East ward and the Milton Keynes South constituency.
Day-to-day life in MK2 2WL has the character of a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 74 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for MK2 2WL are sourced from Output Area E00084325 (shared with 133 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MK2 2WL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MK2 2WL.
288
49
£ 48,900 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
MK2 2WL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 87% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (49) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK2 2WL. The average age is 48.6. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around MK2 2WL is moderate at 74 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Knowles Nursery School
Knowles Primary School
Milton Keynes Primary Pupil Referral Unit
Charles Warren Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- AP Wine and Spirits0.8 km
- Argos Extra0.5 km
- Downton Delights0.9 km
- Home Bargains0.5 km
- R J Store0.9 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Chequers0.6 km
- Pink Punters0.9 km
- The Maltsters Arms Public House0.9 km
- The Red Lion0.5 km
- Bull & Butcher0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Ama Zing Zing0.9 km
- Aromas0.9 km
- Dinajpur Indian Restaurant0.9 km
- Mister Teas Cafe0.9 km
- Trading As 11 Twenty Eight0.9 km
- + 12 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi0.7 km
- Tesco Bletchley0.6 km
- Asda0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Desy MK Ltd - Noor Indian Takeaway0.9 km
- The Greedy Italian Ltd0.7 km
- Chutneys0.9 km
- Fenny Fish Bar0.9 km
- Fenny Grills0.8 km
- + 9 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Hotel Campanile0.9 km
- The Swan Hotel0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Fenny Stratford0.6 km
- Bow Brickhill1.5 km
- Bletchley1.6 km
Bus Stops
- Mount Farm Park0.2 km
- Mount Farm Park0.2 km
- Fenny Lock roundabout west0.3 km
- Staplehall Road0.4 km
- Staplehall Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: MK22WL · Data under Open Government Licence