MK3 5AZ is a sought-after residential area on Cathay Close, 0.7km from Water Eaton Road in Bletchley. Administratively it sits within Bletchley Park ward and the Milton Keynes South constituency.
For families considering a move, MK3 5AZ represents a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. The daytime character shifts — business quarters in major regional cities. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for MK3 5AZ are sourced from Output Area E00084353 (shared with 42 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CATHAY CLOSE, MK3 5AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CATHAY CLOSE, MK3 5AZ.
433
41
£ 54,800 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
MK3 5AZ is an established family neighbourhood — 65% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK3 5AZ. The average age is 41.2. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
MK3 5AZ has low crime rates — 17 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.
school Local Schools
Holne Chase Primary School
Bishop Parker Catholic School
The Premier Academy
Drayton Park School
Rickley Park Primary School
Lord Grey Academy
White Spire School
Knowles Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
30 nearby- Wine & Prosecco to You0.8 km
- Mollys Pantry0.9 km
- Al Ansar1.0 km
- EU Food Centre1.0 km
- Holland & Barratt0.6 km
- + 25 more
Restaurant, Cafe
28 nearby- The Enigma Cafe0.8 km
- Bletchley Bakery Cafe0.6 km
- Cafe Chaiwalaa0.7 km
- Dessert Island0.7 km
- Dosa Street1.0 km
- + 23 more
Takeaway Shop
21 nearby- The Rub BBQ0.8 km
- Bengal Spice0.6 km
- Giardino 14 Coffee0.6 km
- Kebab Centre0.8 km
- MK Panjabi Samosa & Sweets1.0 km
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Bletchley & Fenny Stratford WMSC0.5 km
- Eight Belles Public House0.5 km
- Scot Sports and Social Club1.0 km
- The Postal Club0.8 km
- Bletchley Conservative Club0.9 km
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Tesco Stores Ltd0.9 km
- Farmfoods Freezer Centre0.6 km
- Iceland Foods0.9 km
- Lidl0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bletchley0.6 km
- Fenny Stratford1.9 km
- Bow Brickhill3.3 km
Bus Stops
- Cottingham Grove0.4 km
- The Eight Belles0.4 km
- Cottingham Grove0.4 km
- Bletchley Police Station0.4 km
- College0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: MK35AZ · Data under Open Government Licence