MK6 2BD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Porthleven Place, 0.6km from Milton Keynes in Milton Keynes. Administratively it sits within Woughton & Fishermead ward and the Milton Keynes North constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, MK6 2BD is a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. During the day, areas dominated by food and entertainment. The community skews young professional (average age 31) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 44% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 52% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Milton Keynes.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 104 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £285k.
Census 2021 statistics for MK6 2BD are sourced from Output Area E00084427 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PORTHLEVEN PLACE, MK6 2BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PORTHLEVEN PLACE, MK6 2BD.
526
31
£ 51,200 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: MK6 2BD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
MK6 2BD has a significant social housing presence — 44% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 31-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for MK6 2BD. The average age is 30.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 285,000
3 sales · Mean £ 283,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around MK6 2BD is above average at 104 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
The Willows School and Early Years Centre
Orchard Academy
Jubilee Wood Primary School
Shepherdswell Academy
Falconhurst School
The Milton Keynes Academy
Oldbrook First School and Nursery
Southwood School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
49 nearby- Card Factory0.9 km
- Budgens0.6 km
- Chatime0.7 km
- City Store1.0 km
- Game Retail0.8 km
- + 44 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Brewhouse and Kitchen Milton Keynes0.5 km
- Moon Under Water0.2 km
- Popworld0.5 km
- Revolution0.2 km
- Vertigo VR Limited0.5 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
64 nearby- 12th Street Burgers, Shakes & Dynamite Wings0.5 km
- Ask Italian0.7 km
- Bella Italia0.5 km
- Costa Coffee0.9 km
- Cosy Club Milton Keynes0.9 km
- + 59 more
Takeaway Shop
19 nearby- Greggs0.8 km
- Kentucky Fried Chicken0.8 km
- Mr Pretzels0.7 km
- Rebel Foods T/A Behrouz, Fassos, Holy Cow0.5 km
- Valicu Food0.8 km
- + 14 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Hotel La Tour0.7 km
- Holiday Inn Milton Keynes0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Marks & Spencer0.9 km
- Co-op0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Milton Keynes0.9 km
- Milton Keynes Central2.0 km
- Wolverton4.8 km
Bus Stops
- Springfield Roundabout South0.2 km
- Springfield Roundabout South0.2 km
- Pentewan Gate0.3 km
- Pentewan Gate0.3 km
- Fishermead Local Centre0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: MK62BD · Data under Open Government Licence