Badgers Way is in Buckingham and in Buckinghamshire district. MK18 7JB is located in the Buckingham West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Buckingham. This postcode has been in use since 1987-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Badgers Way, Buckingham, MK18 7JB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK18 7JA, MK18 7HB, MK18 7HA, MK18 7JJ, MK18 7HH, MK18 7JL, MK18 7EU, MK18 7SD, MK18 7HD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding MK18 7JB has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 49.9% | 49% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 50.1% | 51% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 MK18 7JB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.2% 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 | 25.1% | 26.4% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -11.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.8% | 64.2% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 20.0% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 7.4% | 2.0% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
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 (88.9%) 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 | 63.4% | 55.7% | -7.7% | 48.4% | 7.3% |
| Good health | 29.6% | 33.2% | 3.6% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 6.2% | 9.7% | 3.5% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
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 MK18 7JB this area, 9.4% 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% | 9.4% | 4.0% | 18.2% | -8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 10.7% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 16.4% | -4.3% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 6.7% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 13% | 0.5% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.6% | 41.1% | 3.5% | 33.8% | 7.3% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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 | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.8% | 97.5% | 2.7% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 94.3% | 95.7% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 0.3% | -2.6% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94% | 94.4% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 4.2% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.8% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.8% | 76.7% | 19.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 2.8% | 13.5% | -10.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.3% | 37.2% | 5.1% |
| Christian | 53.4% | 46.2% | 7.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Badgers Way was 22.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.9% lower than the Buckingham East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Badgers Way has the 20th lowest crime rate of 69 local areas in Buckingham East and the 388th lowest crime rate of 1,637 local areas in Buckinghamshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.9%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 54 Badgers Way, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2012-05-30 | £564,975 |
| 52 Badgers Way, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £319,950 | 2005-08-26 | £638,625 |
| 52 Badgers Way, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £267,500 | 2002-07-24 | £635,154 |
| 54 Badgers Way, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2002-03-26 | £593,123 |
| 52 Badgers Way, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2000-09-08 | £252,605 |
MK18 7JB 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 | 111 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Education | 36 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Information and communication | 16 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 532 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lace Hill Academy Catchpin Street , Lace Hill MK18 7RR | 3out of 4 | 608 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Grenville Academy Chandos Road , MK18 1AP | 3out of 4 | 993 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckingham Primary School Foscott Way , MK18 1TT | 4out of 4 | 1,695 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maids Moreton Church of England School Avenue Road , Maids Moreton MK18 1QA | 3out of 4 | 2,221 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 | 838 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Latin School Chandos Road , MK18 1AX | 4out of 4 | 959 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 | 1,446 yd | Higher education institutions | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Akeley Wood Senior School Bycell Road , Akeley MK18 5AE | - not rated | 5,022 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beefeater | 139 Needlepin Way, Buckingham | 570 yd | |
| Costa Coffee Drive Thru | 137 Needlepin Way, Buckingham | 593 yd | |
| Allium Dining | Manor Farm, Bourton | 665 yd | |
| The Cafe at Tesco Buckingham | Tesco, London Road | 743 yd | |
| Munchie's Cafe | 19 Homestall, Buckingham | 989 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slade Indoor Bowls Centre | Yonder Slade, Buckingham | 937 yd | |
| Buckingham Town Cricket Club | Sports Grounds, Bourton Road | 1,023 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Peri Peri Chicken Company | 4 Homeground, Buckingham | 916 yd | |
| The Direct Pizza Company | 25 Hillcrest Way, Buckingham | 1,041 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 114 Needlepin Way, Buckingham | 483 yd | |
| Tesco | London Road, Buckingham | 772 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bourton Mill Health & Leisure Club (Buckingham) | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 359 yd |
| Lace Hill Community Centre LACE HILL COMMUNITY CENTRE LACE HILL COMMUNITY CENTRE CATCHPIN STREET | grass pitches | 609 yd |
| Buckingham Town Cricket Club Bourton Road | grass pitches | 775 yd |
| Swan Pool & Leisure Centre LONDON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 879 yd |
| Slade Recreation Club YONDER SLADE | indoor bowls | 938 yd |
| The Buckingham School LONDON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 970 yd |
| Royal Latin School CHANDOS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,081 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.