MK4 1BD is a safe, established residential area on The Hedgerows, 0.2km 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 1BD represents a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (45% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £380k, up 30.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for MK4 1BD are sourced from Output Area E00084553 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE HEDGEROWS, MK4 1BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE HEDGEROWS, MK4 1BD.
261
43
£ 55,700 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: MK4 1BD 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
MK4 1BD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 74% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £380k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 30.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK4 1BD. The average age is 42.7. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 365,000
4 sales · Mean £ 378,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
MK4 1BD 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.
school Local Schools
Cold Harbour Church of England School
Abbeys Primary School
Barleyhurst Park Primary
Merebrook Infant School
New Chapter Primary School
Romans Field School
Emerson Valley School
Caroline Haslett Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Indian Curry House/Taste of Paradise MK0.8 km
- Kingdom Catering and Events0.8 km
- Krispy Foods1.0 km
- The Good Friend Takeaway0.4 km
- Smarts Fish & Chips1.0 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco1.0 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Best One0.4 km
- Best One1.0 km
- Cox & Robinson (Chemists)1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Furzton Lake Public House0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Central MK Cafe0.3 km
- Romanellis Pizza0.3 km
- Church Of The Servant King1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bletchley2.4 km
- Milton Keynes Central2.6 km
- Milton Keynes3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Favell Drive0.2 km
- Favell Drive0.2 km
- Elfield Park Roundabout West0.4 km
- Parkside0.4 km
- Elfield Park Roundabout West0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: MK41BD · Data under Open Government Licence