Paddock Way is in Bletchley, Milton Keynes and in Milton Keynes district. MK2 2ND is located in the Bletchley East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Milton Keynes South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Paddock Way, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, MK2 2ND and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK2 2NB, MK2 2NF, MK2 2PT, MK2 2PR, MK2 2NW, MK2 2EH, MK2 2NG, MK2 2NN, MK2 2PE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding MK2 2ND has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 51.3% | 49.5% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 48.7% | 50.5% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 | 24.5% | 37.6% | 13.1% | 37.9% | -0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.9% | 45% | -3.9% | 44.2% | 0.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 2.4% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 9% | -3.7% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 10% | 5% | -5.0% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.9% | 45% | 10.1% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 35.4% | 3.8% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 21.1% | 16% | -5.1% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 9.8% | 2.3% | -7.5% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 1.3% | -1.2% | 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 | 40.2% | 18.7% | -21.5% | 18.2% | 0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 11.7% | -2.7% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 12.2% | -0.9% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 4.8% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.6% | 12.9% | 6.3% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.5% | 37.8% | 24.3% | 33.8% | 4.0% |
| Other | 9.2% | 1.9% | -7.3% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 68.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 3.6% | 3.1% | -0.5% | 1.1% | 2.0% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 10% | 9.6% | 3.1% | 6.9% |
| Pakistani | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 2.5% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.5% | 2.9% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 1.9% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 85.5% | 68.7% | -16.8% | 81.4% | -12.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 69.1% 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 | 88.7% | 69.1% | -19.6% | 83.2% | -14.1% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 13.9% | 11.0% | 6.1% | 7.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.4% | 11% | 6.6% | 5.6% | 5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.5% | 68.8% | -17.7% | 83.2% | -14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 22.3% | 21.9% | 9.8% | 12.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 6.3% | 4.8% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.5% | 1.5% | -8.0% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.6% | 76.7% | -6.1% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Lithuania | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Poland | 6% | 1.3% | 4.7% |
| Romania | 2.7% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.8% | 37.2% | -7.4% |
| Christian | 46.2% | 46.2% | 0.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Hindu | 7.1% | 1.7% | 5.4% |
| Muslim | 8.3% | 6.5% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Paddock Way was 26.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.4% lower than the Bletchley East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Paddock Way has the 14th lowest crime rate of 106 local areas in Bletchley East and the 135th lowest crime rate of 855 local areas in Milton Keynes .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 196.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Paddock Way, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2021-08-17 | £369,889 |
| 11 Paddock Way, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2016-12-22 | £147,129 |
| 41 Paddock Way, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2016-11-14 | £355,847 |
| 43 Paddock Way, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2016-07-11 | £312,183 |
| 43 Paddock Way, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2013-08-23 | £320,975 |
MK2 2ND 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 | 194 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knowles Nursery School Queensway , Bletchley MK2 2HB | 3out of 4 | 330 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorlands Centre Nursery School Beanhill Local Centre , Dodkin MK6 4LP | 3out of 4 | 2,579 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knowles Primary School Queensway , Bletchley MK2 2HB | 1out of 4 | 330 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Premier Academy Saffron Street , Bletchley MK2 3AH | 4out of 4 | 1,210 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Parker Catholic School Hunter Drive , Bletchley MK2 3BT | 3out of 4 | 1,487 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Drayton Park School Bala Way , Bletchley MK2 3HJ | 4out of 4 | 1,890 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbeys Primary School Melrose Avenue , Bletchley MK3 6PS | 3out of 4 | 1,944 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lord Grey Academy Rickley Lane , Bletchley MK3 6EW | 3out of 4 | 2,027 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Herbert Leon Academy Fern Grove , Bletchley MK2 3HQ | 2out of 4 | 2,178 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton High Fyfield Barrow , Walnut Tree MK7 7WH | 3out of 4 | 3,808 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic School Phoenix Drive , Leadenhall MK6 5EN | 3out of 4 | 4,042 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Milton Keynes Academy Fulwoods Drive , MK6 5LA | 3out of 4 | 4,177 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 4,198 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kents Hill Park all-through school Kents Hill Park , Kents Hill MK7 6BZ | - not rated | 4,301 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakgrove School Venturer Gate , MK10 9JQ | 3out of 4 | 5,080 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baytul Ilm Secondary School 12a Clarke Road , MK1 1LG | - not rated | 1,731 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| KWS Milton Keynes R2D, 1-9 Barton Road , MK2 3HU | - not rated | 1,779 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| White Spire School Rickley Lane , Bletchley MK3 6EW | 4out of 4 | 2,040 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Bletchley Park School Whaddon Way , Bletchley MK3 7EB | - not rated | 2,304 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Romans Field School Shenley Road , Bletchley MK3 7AW | 3out of 4 | 2,676 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mister Teas Cafe | 36b Victoria Road | 200 yd | |
| Queensway Methodist Church | Queensway | 262 yd | |
| Top Deck Inn | Queensway House, 207-209 Queensway | 307 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd | Watling Street | 335 yd | |
| Ganges Lounge | 47 Aylesbury Street | 379 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Captain Ridley's Shooting Party | 183 Queensway | 344 yd | |
| The Maltsters Arms Public House | 45 Aylesbury Street | 389 yd | |
| Chequers | 48 Watling Street | 411 yd | |
| Bull & Butcher | 30 Aylesbury Street | 422 yd | |
| Bletchley Conservative Club | 105-111 Queensway | 608 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tony's Fish & Chips & Kebabs | 23 Victoria Road | 179 yd | |
| Open Kitchen | 25 Victoria Road | 179 yd | |
| The Greedy Italian Ltd | 79 Victoria Road | 242 yd | |
| The Greedy Pizza Ltd | 79 Victoria Road | 242 yd | |
| Chutneys | 37a Aylesbury Street | 379 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Tesco Stores Ltd, Watling Street | 335 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 1, 144 Watling Street | 819 yd | |
| Iceland Foods | 5-11 Dukes Drive | 841 yd | |
| Lidl | Princes Way | 842 yd | |
| Farmfoods Freezer Centre | 17 The Concourse, Brunel Centre, Locke Road | 916 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Knowles Primary School QUEENSWAY | grass pitches | 251 yd |
| Bletchley Leisure Centre (Closed) Princes Way | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 283 yd |
| Bletchley Leisure Centre PRINCES WAY | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 354 yd |
| Mk Fitness (Closed) Chantry House 11-13 Chantry House 11-13 Watling Street | health and fitness suite | 532 yd |
| Milton Keynes Irish Centre PAVILION PAVILION MANOR FIELD | grass pitches | 824 yd |
| Manor Fields Manor Fields Manor Fields Watling Street | grass pitches | 889 yd |
| Bletchley Rugby Club CLUB HOUSE CLUB HOUSE MANOR FIELD | grass pitches | 1,010 yd |
| Muscle Power (Closed) Second Avenue | health and fitness suite | 1,021 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 94.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 229.78 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 229.78 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 28.05 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.