Riverside Mews is in Buckingham and in Buckinghamshire district. MK18 1UJ is located in the Buckingham East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Buckingham. This postcode has been in use since 1988-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Riverside Mews, Buckingham, MK18 1UJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK18 1NJ, MK18 1XG, MK18 1JS, MK18 1NW, MK18 1NG, MK18 1JN, MK18 1GD, MK18 1JX, MK18 1AA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around MK18 1UJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.1% | 51.1% | 4.0% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 52.9% | 48.9% | -4.0% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around MK18 1UJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.6% | 50.7% | 8.1% | 37.9% | 12.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33% | 25.3% | -7.7% | 44.2% | -18.9% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 4.9% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 13.9% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 11.9% | 5.2% | -6.7% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 51% | 48.2% | -2.8% | 48.4% | -0.2% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 33.7% | 0.4% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 12.7% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 4.2% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.5% | 15.9% | 3.4% | 18.2% | -2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 9.7% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.2% | 12.1% | 1.9% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 5.2% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 13.4% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.3% | 40.3% | -4.0% | 33.8% | 6.5% |
| Other | 8% | 3.4% | -4.6% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.5% | 0.9% | -1.6% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 3.9% | 0.6% | -3.3% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 2.5% | 2.3% | -0.2% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 4.8% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 85.3% | 81.5% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 75.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.9% | 75.9% | -2.0% | 83.2% | -7.3% |
| European Union | 6.4% | 11.6% | 5.2% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.9% | 5.1% | 2.2% | 2.7% | 2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.4% | 4% | -3.4% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.9% | 3.1% | -0.8% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 77.9% | 75.6% | -2.3% | 83.2% | -7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.9% | 11% | 8.1% | 9.8% | 1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.4% | 5.9% | 1.5% | 2.9% | 3.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.4% | 1.1% | -5.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.3% | 6.2% | -2.1% | 1.9% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.9% | 76.7% | -8.8% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Poland | 3.4% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| Other EU countries | 4.9% | 1.5% | 3.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Middle East | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.3% | 13.5% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.1% | 37.2% | 14.9% |
| Christian | 39.3% | 46.2% | -6.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Riverside Mews was 253.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 382.6% higher than the Buckingham East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Riverside Mews has the 2nd highest crime rate of 69 local areas in Buckingham East and the 51st highest crime rate of 1,637 local areas in Buckinghamshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 145.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 55.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Riverside Mews, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2014-07-30 | £258,651 |
| 2 Riverside Mews, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £186,000 | 2013-08-15 | £296,190 |
| 2 Riverside Mews, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £186,000 | 2008-12-22 | £339,652 |
| 2 Riverside Mews, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2006-07-11 | £334,794 |
| 3 Riverside Mews, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2005-08-05 | £348,979 |
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Education | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Grenville Academy Chandos Road , MK18 1AP | 3out of 4 | 616 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckingham Primary School Foscott Way , MK18 1TT | 4out of 4 | 935 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bourton Meadow Academy Burleigh Piece , Linden Village MK18 7HX | 4out of 4 | 1,370 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maids Moreton Church of England School Avenue Road , Maids Moreton MK18 1QA | 3out of 4 | 1,551 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lace Hill Academy Catchpin Street , Lace Hill MK18 7RR | 3out of 4 | 2,038 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckingham School London Road , MK18 1AT | 3out of 4 | 765 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Latin School Chandos Road , MK18 1AX | 4out of 4 | 851 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Buckingham Hunter Street , Yoemanry House MK18 1EG | - not rated | 585 yd | Higher education institutions | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Akeley Wood Senior School Bycell Road , Akeley MK18 5AE | - not rated | 3,805 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stowe School Stowe , MK18 5EH | - not rated | 4,350 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jojo | 5 Market Square, Buckingham | 32 yd | |
| Coffee#1 | 2 Market Hill, Buckingham | 42 yd | |
| Afro Combo | 14 Market Square, Buckingham | 58 yd | |
| Bee's Kitchen | The Old Gingerbread House, Market Hill | 65 yd | |
| The Centre @ Verney Close | Buckingham Centre, Verney Close | 72 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Hart | 1-2 Market Square, Buckingham | 50 yd | |
| The Kings Head | 7 Market Hill, Buckingham | 89 yd | |
| The Three Cups | Bridge Street, Buckingham | 94 yd | |
| Zinc Cockail Bar T/A M.V.D. Limited | 4 Cornwalls Centre, High Street | 176 yd | |
| The New Inn | 18 Bridge Street, Buckingham | 252 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 8 - 9 Market Hill, Buckingham | 89 yd | |
| Smarts Fish & Chips | Market Hill, Buckingham | 89 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 2 Bridge Street, Buckingham | 94 yd | |
| Buckingham Fish Bar | 11 Well Street, Buckingham | 190 yd | |
| China Cottage | 8 High Street, Buckingham | 201 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 8-10 Market Hill, Buckingham | 126 yd | |
| Waitrose Ltd | 14 Meadow Walk, High Street | 148 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Chandos Road, Buckingham | 417 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Meadow FORD STREET | grass pitches | 293 yd |
| Buckingham Lawn Tennis Club 9 CHANDOS COURT 9 CHANDOS COURT CHANDOS ROAD | tennis courts | 483 yd |
| Stratford Fields SANDMARTIN CLOSE | grass pitches | 667 yd |
| The Buckingham School LONDON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 679 yd |
| Buckingham Town Cricket Club Bourton Road | grass pitches | 767 yd |
| Royal Latin School CHANDOS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 781 yd |
| Swan Pool & Leisure Centre LONDON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 802 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.