Colesbourne Drive is in Downhead Park, Milton Keynes and in Milton Keynes district. MK15 9AP is located in the Campbell Park & Old Woughton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Milton Keynes North. This postcode has been in use since 1984-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Colesbourne Drive, Downhead Park, Milton Keynes, MK15 9AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK15 9BJ, MK15 9AW, MK15 9AY, MK15 9BU, MK15 9BT, MK15 9BB, MK15 9BA, MK15 9AL, MK15 9AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around MK15 9AP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 51.9% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 49% | 48.1% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of MK15 9AP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.1% | 23.2% | -0.9% | 37.9% | -14.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.8% | 60.6% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 16.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2% | 2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 6.1% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 6.9% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 55.6% | 48.8% | -6.8% | 48.4% | 0.4% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 35.3% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 13.4% | 4.1% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.3% | 11.7% | 3.4% | 18.2% | -6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 9.3% | -0.6% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 10.9% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 2.4% | -3.9% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 19% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.9% | 45.7% | 5.8% | 33.8% | 11.9% |
| Other | 6.3% | 0.8% | -5.5% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 70.5% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.3% | 3.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 2.9% |
| Indian | 9.3% | 11.4% | 2.1% | 3.1% | 8.3% |
| Pakistani | 6% | 4.3% | -1.7% | 2.7% | 1.6% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1% | 4.3% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.4% |
| Mixed Other | 2.6% | 0.4% | -2.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 72.2% | 70.5% | -1.7% | 81.4% | -10.9% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 2% | 1.1% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 71.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 71.9% | -6.6% | 83.2% | -11.3% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 8.8% | 6.2% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 7.9% | 6.3% | -1.6% | 2.7% | 3.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.6% | 10.2% | 1.6% | 5.6% | 4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 77.8% | 73% | -4.8% | 83.2% | -10.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 21.7% | 20.7% | 9.8% | 11.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 2.1% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 17.5% | 0% | -17.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Romania | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5.7% | 13.5% | -7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.8% | 37.2% | -5.4% |
| Christian | 47.7% | 46.2% | 1.5% |
| Hindu | 7.4% | 1.7% | 5.7% |
| Muslim | 6.4% | 6.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Colesbourne Drive was 28.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.7% lower than the Broughton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Colesbourne Drive has the 19th lowest crime rate of 111 local areas in Broughton and the 160th lowest crime rate of 855 local areas in Milton Keynes .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 68 Colesbourne Drive, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £665,000 | 2024-09-25 | £725,209 |
| 64 Colesbourne Drive, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £810,000 | 2018-08-21 | £1,028,815 |
| 76 Colesbourne Drive, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £555,000 | 2017-10-31 | £709,130 |
| 68 Colesbourne Drive, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £476,000 | 2017-03-15 | £626,101 |
| 50 Colesbourne Drive, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2016-02-19 | £680,635 |
MK15 9AP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in MK15 9AP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 30 |
| Education | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorlands Centre Nursery School Beanhill Local Centre , Dodkin MK6 4LP | 3out of 4 | 4,811 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willen Primary School Beaufort Drive , Willen MK15 9HN | 3out of 4 | 729 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooksward School Tower Drive , Neath Hill MK14 6JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,018 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Downs Barn School 69 Downs Barns Boulevard , Downs Barn MK14 7NA | 3out of 4 | 1,076 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Monica's Catholic Primary School Currier Drive , Neath Hill MK14 6HB | 3out of 4 | 1,349 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southwood School Bryony Place , Conniburrow Boulevard MK14 7AR | 3out of 4 | 1,579 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stantonbury School Purbeck , MK14 6BN | - not rated | 2,687 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ousedale School The Grove , MK16 0BJ | 3out of 4 | 2,720 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Milton Keynes Academy Fulwoods Drive , MK6 5LA | 3out of 4 | 3,743 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic School Phoenix Drive , Leadenhall MK6 5EN | 3out of 4 | 4,049 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milton Keynes College Chaffron Way Centre , Woughton Campus West MK6 5LP | - not rated | 3,787 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakgrove School Venturer Gate , MK10 9JQ | 3out of 4 | 3,047 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kents Hill Park all-through school Kents Hill Park , Kents Hill MK7 6BZ | - not rated | 3,974 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephenson Academy Crosslands , Stantonbury MK14 6AX | 3out of 4 | 2,133 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Webber Independent School Soskin Drive , Stantonbury Fields MK14 6DP | - not rated | 2,139 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| SMK Gateway - Alternative Provision 1st Floor, The Point , 602 Midsummer Boulevard MK9 3GN | - not rated | 2,424 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broughton Manor Preparatory School Newport Road , Broughton MK10 9AA | - not rated | 3,149 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Redway School Farmborough , Netherfield MK6 4HG | 3out of 4 | 4,067 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camphill Cafe | Camphill Community Centre, Japonica Lane | 301 yd | |
| David Lloyd Centre | David Lloyd, Livingstone Drive | 546 yd | |
| Guliver's Dinosaur and Farm Park | Livingstone Drive | 807 yd | |
| Gullivers Land | Livingstone Drive | 807 yd | |
| Baxter Storey (Mercedes Benz Financial Services UK Ltd.) | Delaware Drive | 882 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ship Ashore | 12 Granville Square | 678 yd | |
| Milton Keynes Parks Trust | Campbell Park Pavilion, 1300 Silbury Boulevard | 898 yd | |
| The Eager Poet Public House | 2 Tower Crescent | 1,000 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willen Take Away | 11 Granville Square | 678 yd | |
| Willen Tandoori | 2 Granville Square | 678 yd | |
| Tender Bun Fried Chicken | 9 &10 Granville Square | 678 yd | |
| Eat Your Heart Out | 8 Granville Square | 693 yd | |
| Danyals Peri Peri | 15 Tower Crescent | 1,000 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 4 Granville Square | 678 yd | |
| Co-op | 6a Tower Crescent | 1,000 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gyosie School (Closed) Brickhill Street | grass pitches | 430 yd |
| Lovat Fields JAPONICA LANE | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls | 433 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Milton Keynes) LIVINGSTONE DRIVE | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 549 yd |
| Cross And Stable Community Centre STABLE YARD | 564 yd | |
| Willen Primary School BEAUFORT DRIVE | grass pitches | 707 yd |
| Downs Barn PANNIER PLACE | grass pitches | 826 yd |
| Willen Village Park Portland Drive | grass pitches | 889 yd |
| Campbell Park SILBURY BOULEVARD | grass pitches | 898 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 65.17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 65.17 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15.04 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.