Postcode Analysis Milton Keynes, South East

HOLMEWOOD, MK4 1AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLMEWOOD, MK4 1AR.

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Population

314

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 55,700 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: MK4 1AR represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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6/10
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6/10
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5/10
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5/10
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8/10
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6/10
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6/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. MK4 1AR's 64% ownership and 42-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. £420k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

MK4 1AR is a safe, established residential area on Holmewood, 0.3km from The Bowl in Milton Keynes. Administratively it sits within Bletchley West ward and the Milton Keynes South constituency.

For families considering a move, MK4 1AR represents a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £420k.

Census 2021 statistics for MK4 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00084560 (shared with 9 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 MK4 1AR. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British81.3%
Asian / British Asian8.3%
Black / African / Caribbean8.3%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 372,750

6 sales · Mean £ 388,750

Terraced

£ 265,000

1 sales · Mean £ 265,000

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

MK4 1AR has low crime rates — 30 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 offences39
Anti-social behaviour21
Other theft11
Drugs8
Public order8

school Local Schools

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Cold Harbour Church of England School

Requires Improvement211 pupils0.4 km
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Abbeys Primary School

Good256 pupils1.0 km
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Barleyhurst Park Primary

Good205 pupils1.0 km
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Merebrook Infant School

Good146 pupils1.0 km
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New Chapter Primary School

Good283 pupils1.2 km
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Romans Field School

Good57 pupils1.3 km
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Emerson Valley School

Good445 pupils1.3 km
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Caroline Haslett Primary School

Outstanding420 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Indian Curry House/Taste of Paradise MK0.9 km
  • Kingdom Catering and Events0.9 km
  • Krispy Foods0.9 km
  • The Good Friend Takeaway0.3 km
  • Smarts Fish & Chips0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Best One0.3 km
  • Best One0.9 km
  • Cox & Robinson (Chemists)0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Furzton Lake Public House0.9 km
  • The Dolphin Public House0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Central MK Cafe0.4 km
  • Romanellis Pizza0.4 km
  • Church Of The Servant King0.9 km
  • Frank Moran Centre1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bletchley2.4 km
  • Milton Keynes Central2.7 km
  • Fenny Stratford3.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Favell Drive0.2 km
  • Favell Drive0.3 km
  • Parkside0.3 km
  • Elfield Park Roundabout West0.4 km
  • Parkside0.4 km