Sorrell Drive is in Newport Pagnell and in Milton Keynes district. MK16 8TZ is located in the Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Milton Keynes North. This postcode has been in use since 1992-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sorrell Drive, Newport Pagnell, MK16 8TZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK16 8SJ, MK16 8TW, MK16 8SN, MK16 8TR, MK16 8SQ, MK16 8SG, MK16 8TT, MK16 8TP, MK16 8RA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around MK16 8TZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 51.4% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 47.5% | 48.6% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.4% | 38.8% | 7.4% | 37.9% | 0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.3% | 49.6% | -7.7% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 10% | 6.6% | -3.4% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57.2% | 59.6% | 2.4% | 48.4% | 11.2% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 31.1% | -3.8% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 6.7% | 7.1% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -5.6% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
In the area around MK16 8TZ this area, 6.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.4% | 6.6% | 1.2% | 18.2% | -11.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.5% | 9.1% | -11.4% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 20.3% | 2.3% | 13.4% | 6.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 3.7% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 20.5% | 24.1% | 3.6% | 16.9% | 7.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.7% | 33.6% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -0.2% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.5% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| White | 97.9% | 92.8% | -5.1% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
In this area, 93.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.7% | 93.1% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 4.7% | 3.1% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 93.1% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 1.3% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 0% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.8% | 76.7% | 11.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.5% | 37.2% | 20.3% |
| Christian | 31.3% | 46.2% | -14.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sorrell Drive was 28.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.8% lower than the Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sorrell Drive has the 32nd lowest crime rate of 86 local areas in Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope and the 161st lowest crime rate of 855 local areas in Milton Keynes .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 12.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 109 Sorrell Drive, Newport Pagnell, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-06-14 | £348,709 |
| 115 Sorrell Drive, Newport Pagnell, Milton Keynes Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-08-23 | £281,197 |
| 67 Sorrell Drive, Newport Pagnell, Milton Keynes Terraced, an established residential building | £81,000 | 2023-08-17 | £87,604 |
| 117 Sorrell Drive, Newport Pagnell, Milton Keynes Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2023-02-13 | £295,287 |
| 27 Sorrell Drive, Newport Pagnell, Milton Keynes Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £292,000 | 2022-10-28 | £317,557 |
MK16 8TZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 119 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Education | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfields Primary School Westbury Lane , MK16 8PS | 3out of 4 | 663 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Giffard Park Primary School Broadway Avenue , Giffard Park MK14 5PY | 3out of 4 | 1,749 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Park School Green Park Drive , MK16 0NH | 3out of 4 | 1,776 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedars Primary School Bury Street , MK16 0DT | 3out of 4 | 2,102 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE Infant School High Street , Great Linford MK14 5AX | 3out of 4 | 2,185 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ousedale School The Grove , MK16 0BJ | 3out of 4 | 1,579 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stantonbury School Purbeck , MK14 6BN | - not rated | 3,558 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 2,762 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Webber Independent School Soskin Drive , Stantonbury Fields MK14 6DP | - not rated | 3,314 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Good Breakfast | M1 Motorway Service Area North And South, Little Linford Lane | 492 yd | |
| KFC | M1 Motorway Service Area North, Little Linford Lane | 492 yd | |
| KFC | M1 Motorway Service Area South, Little Linford Lane | 492 yd | |
| Starbucks Coffee Company | M1 Motorway Service Area North, Little Linford Lane | 492 yd | |
| Starbucks Coffee Company | M1 Motorway Service Area South, Little Linford Lane | 492 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dove | 6 Wordsworth Avenue | 572 yd | |
| The Red House | 1 Wolverton Road | 924 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | M1 Motorway Service Area Northbound, Little Linford Lane | 492 yd | |
| Subway | M1 Motorway Service Area South, Little Linford Lane | 492 yd | |
| Seacourt Fish Bar | 46 Wordsworth Avenue | 572 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | M1 Motorway Service Area North, Little Linford Lane | 492 yd | |
| CO-OP | 50 Wordsworth Avenue | 572 yd | |
| Lidl | Wolverton Road | 777 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Portfields Combined School WESTBURY LANE | grass pitches | 557 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 | 69 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.