Burleigh Piece is in Buckingham and in Buckinghamshire district. MK18 7DB is located in the Buckingham East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Buckingham. This postcode has been in use since 1984-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Burleigh Piece, Buckingham, MK18 7DB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK18 7DH, MK18 7DD, MK18 7DF, MK18 7HP, MK18 7HU, MK18 7HR, MK18 7BN, MK18 7BW, MK18 7HZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding MK18 7DB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47% | 49.1% | 2.1% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 53% | 50.9% | -2.1% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 | 31.6% | 41.1% | 9.5% | 37.9% | 3.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.8% | 40.3% | -7.5% | 44.2% | -3.9% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 3.4% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 11.9% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 3.4% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 (87.9%) 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 | 52.3% | 45.4% | -6.9% | 48.4% | -3.0% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 42.5% | 9.2% | 33.6% | 8.9% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 9.5% | -1.3% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.9% | 14% | -0.9% | 18.2% | -4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 13.1% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 16.1% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 5.1% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 16.5% | 1.1% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.1% | 33.1% | 5.0% | 33.8% | -0.7% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.1% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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 | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 2.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 3.1% | -0.5% |
| Pakistani | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.1% | 93.8% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89.7% 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 | 89.6% | 89.7% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| European Union | 5.4% | 4.8% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 3% | 0.5% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.8% | 89.3% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 6.6% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.6% | 0.7% | -2.9% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 2.9% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0.4% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.7% | 76.7% | 5.0% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.5% | 13.5% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 50.9% | 46.2% | 4.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Burleigh Piece was 38.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.1% lower than the Buckingham East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Burleigh Piece has the 31st lowest crime rate of 69 local areas in Buckingham East and the 757th lowest crime rate of 1,637 local areas in Buckinghamshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 123 Burleigh Piece, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2025-07-16 | £353,425 |
| 113 Burleigh Piece, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2023-08-04 | £370,161 |
| 133 Burleigh Piece, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2021-11-30 | £244,129 |
| 131 Burleigh Piece, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £238,000 | 2021-08-20 | £266,184 |
| 115 Burleigh Piece, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2021-06-28 | £387,713 |
MK18 7DB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 106 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Education | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bourton Meadow Academy Burleigh Piece , Linden Village MK18 7HX | 4out of 4 | 352 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckingham Primary School Foscott Way , MK18 1TT | 4out of 4 | 932 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Grenville Academy Chandos Road , MK18 1AP | 3out of 4 | 967 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lace Hill Academy Catchpin Street , Lace Hill MK18 7RR | 3out of 4 | 1,398 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maids Moreton Church of England School Avenue Road , Maids Moreton MK18 1QA | 3out of 4 | 1,418 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 914 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Latin School Chandos Road , MK18 1AX | 4out of 4 | 1,131 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 | 1,392 yd | Higher education institutions | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Akeley Wood Senior School Bycell Road , Akeley MK18 5AE | - not rated | 4,259 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stowe School Stowe , MK18 5EH | - not rated | 5,141 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allium Dining | Manor Farm, Bourton | 618 yd | |
| Cheng Du | 8 Meadow Walk, High Street | 1,019 yd | |
| Gazzeria | 4 Meadow Walk, High Street | 1,019 yd | |
| Carnita's | 15 Cornwall Place, High Street | 1,024 yd | |
| Zen Relish | 11A Cornwall Place, High Street | 1,024 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buckingham Town Cricket Club | Sports Grounds, Bourton Road | 768 yd | |
| Buckingham Athletic Sports & Social Club | Stratford Fields, Stratford Road | 914 yd | |
| The New Inn | 18 Bridge Street, Buckingham | 1,021 yd | |
| Zinc Cockail Bar T/A M.V.D. Limited | 4 Cornwalls Centre, High Street | 1,024 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buckingham Pizza House | 17 Pitchford Walk, Buckingham | 364 yd | |
| China Cottage | 8 High Street, Buckingham | 1,038 yd | |
| Antep Kebab House | 5 High Street, Buckingham | 1,038 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose Ltd | 14 Meadow Walk, High Street | 1,019 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Chandos Road, Buckingham | 1,043 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Buckingham Town Cricket Club Bourton Road | grass pitches | 439 yd |
| Bourton Mill Health & Leisure Club (Buckingham) | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 510 yd |
| Stratford Fields SANDMARTIN CLOSE | grass pitches | 696 yd |
| The Buckingham School LONDON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 999 yd |
| Swan Pool & Leisure Centre LONDON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,004 yd |
| Maids Moreton Playing Fields Avenue Rd | grass pitches | 1,018 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 | 57.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 77.47 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 77.47 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.