Postcode Analysis Milton Keynes, South East

LAMPITTS CROSS, MK6 5LJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LAMPITTS CROSS, MK6 5LJ.

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Population

359

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 47,900 /yr

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Employed

67%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: MK6 5LJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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1/10
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5/10
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7/10
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10/10
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10/10
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9/10
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8/10
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2/10
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4/10
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Area Character

High employment, young population. MK6 5LJ combines 67% economic activity with a 35-year average age — the hallmarks of a graduate-retention neighbourhood. Above-average crime reflects the high footfall and commercial activity in this zone. Property prices are trending down 21.2% year-on-year.

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

MK6 5LJ is an up-and-coming urban area on Lampitts Cross, 0.6km from Eaglestone in Milton Keynes. Administratively it sits within Woughton & Fishermead ward and the Milton Keynes South constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. During the day, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The community skews young professional (average age 35) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 54% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 42% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Milton Keynes. Employment levels are high (55% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are high (227 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: With prices averaging £165k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 21.2% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for MK6 5LJ are sourced from Output Area E00084976 (shared with 12 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 MK6 5LJ. The average age is 34.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British58.4%
Asian / British Asian24.9%
Black / African / Caribbean10.5%
Other / Mixed6.1%

Economic Activity

67%Active
FT: 55%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Flat

£ 147,500

4 sales · Mean £ 195,000

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

Crime rates near MK6 5LJ are high at 227 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences326
Shoplifting84
Public order60
Criminal damage and arson38
Other theft29

school Local Schools

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The Redway School

Good170 pupils0.4 km
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Bridge Academy

Good23 pupils0.5 km
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Moorland Primary School

Inadequate203 pupils0.6 km
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New Chapter Primary School

Good283 pupils0.7 km
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Moorlands Centre Nursery School

Good43 pupils0.7 km
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Langland Community School

Inadequate196 pupils0.8 km
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The Milton Keynes Academy

Requires Improvement1242 pupils0.9 km
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Falconhurst School

Good346 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • B&M Express0.3 km
  • Bismi Cash & Carry0.3 km
  • MK Mega Market0.3 km
  • Netherfield Wine & Spirits0.3 km
  • Netherfield Post Office0.3 km
  • + 8 more
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Eagle Public House1.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.3 km
  • Woughton Leisure Centre (Gino's Cafe)1.0 km
  • Al Fairoz Kebabish0.3 km
  • Christ the Vine Community Church0.5 km
  • League of Friends0.3 km
  • + 2 more
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Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Asia Wok Restaurant0.3 km
  • Chippy Chums Fish and Chips0.5 km
  • Eagles Jerk and Grill1.0 km
  • Favorite Chicken & Ribs0.3 km
  • Peter's Chinese0.5 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Milton Keynes2.4 km
  • Milton Keynes Central2.7 km
  • Fenny Stratford3.0 km

Bus Stops

  • MK University Hospital entrance0.2 km
  • Coffee Hall Roundabout North0.2 km
  • Coffee Hall Roundabout North0.2 km
  • Milton Keynes Hospital0.3 km
  • Milton Keynes Hospital0.3 km