Taunton Deane is in Emerson Valley, Milton Keynes and in Milton Keynes district. MK4 2BS is located in the Bletchley West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Milton Keynes South. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Taunton Deane, Emerson Valley, Milton Keynes, MK4 2BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK4 2BL, MK4 2BT, MK4 1ED, MK4 2BJ, MK4 2AL, MK4 2BH, MK4 2LB, MK4 2BE, MK4 2LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding MK4 2BS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.9% | 52.7% | -2.2% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 45.1% | 47.3% | 2.2% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 MK4 2BS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.7% 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 | 33.6% | 28.7% | -4.9% | 37.9% | -9.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.6% | 52.7% | 2.1% | 44.2% | 8.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 10.1% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 2.4% | 4.6% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 | 46.7% | 49.2% | 2.5% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 40.2% | 39.7% | -0.5% | 33.6% | 6.1% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 8.8% | -2.3% | 12.7% | -3.9% |
| Bad health | 2% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.6% | 16.8% | 0.2% | 18.2% | -1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 8% | -9.8% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 16% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 3.4% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.4% | 21.4% | 4.0% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.9% | 32.4% | 10.5% | 33.8% | -1.4% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2.1% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 66.6% 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 | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 6.5% | 11.5% | 5.0% | 3.1% | 8.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 1.8% |
| Black African | 2.9% | 4.1% | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.3% | 4.1% | 2.8% | 1.0% | 3.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.9% | 1.7% | -1.2% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 79.1% | 66.6% | -12.5% | 81.4% | -14.8% |
| Other | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 74.9% 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 | 79.1% | 74.9% | -4.2% | 83.2% | -8.3% |
| European Union | 6.2% | 5.7% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 5.6% | 6.4% | 0.8% | 2.7% | 3.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.2% | 10% | 2.8% | 5.6% | 4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 77.1% | 75.7% | -1.4% | 83.2% | -7.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 18.9% | 17.9% | 9.8% | 9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.2% | 1.7% | -4.5% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.9% | 1.4% | -3.5% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.8% | 2.4% | -8.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 3.4% | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 2.4% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.8% | 37.2% | 0.6% |
| Christian | 42.6% | 46.2% | -3.6% |
| Hindu | 7.4% | 1.7% | 5.7% |
| Muslim | 4.4% | 6.5% | -2.1% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Taunton Deane was 103.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.4% higher than the Bletchley West average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Taunton Deane has the 9th highest crime rate of 52 local areas in Bletchley West and the 239th highest crime rate of 853 local areas in Milton Keynes .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.0%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Taunton Deane, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £487,500 | 2016-02-04 | £642,262 |
| 37 Taunton Deane, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 1997-04-11 | £741,071 |
| 39 Taunton Deane, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £128,000 | 1996-07-30 | £777,366 |
MK4 2BS 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 | 110 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 52 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorlands Centre Nursery School Dodkin , Beanhill Local Centre, Unit 6 MK6 4LP | 3out of 4 | 2,962 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knowles Nursery School Queensway , Bletchley MK2 2HB | 3out of 4 | 3,412 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emerson Valley School Hodder Lane , Emerson Valley MK4 2JR | - not rated | 473 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Emerson Valley School Hodder Lane , Emerson Valley MK4 2JR | 3out of 4 | 473 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merebrook Infant School Dulverton Drive , Furzton MK4 1EZ | - not rated | 536 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merebrook Infant School Dulverton Drive , Furzton MK4 1EZ | 3out of 4 | 536 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Howe Park School Bowland Drive , Emerson Valley MK4 2SH | 3out of 4 | 800 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeys Middle School Melrose Avenue , Bletchley MK3 6PS | - not rated | 1,673 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alex Campbell Middle School Buckingham Road , Bletchley MK3 5EN | - not rated | 1,887 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Copperfield Middle School Chapter , Coffee Hall MK6 5EA | - not rated | 2,549 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakes Middle School Bala Way , Off Drayton Road MK2 3HJ | - not rated | 4,047 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Water Hall County Middle School Melfort Drive , Bletchley MK2 3QD | - not rated | 4,533 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,468 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Grey School Rickley Lane , Bletchley MK3 6EW | - not rated | 1,546 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenley Brook End School Walbank Grove , Shenley Brook End MK5 7ZT | - not rated | 1,635 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenley Brook End School Walbank Grove , Shenley Brook End MK5 7ZT | 3out of 4 | 1,635 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic School Phoenix Drive , Leadenhall MK6 5EN | 3out of 4 | 2,859 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 3,121 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milton Keynes Primary Pupil Referral Unit Manor Road , MK2 2HP | - not rated | 773 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Milton Keynes Primary Pupil Referral Unit Manor Road , Coffee Hall MK2 2HP | - not rated | 773 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Romans Field School Shenley Road , Bletchley MK3 7AW | 3out of 4 | 785 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milton Keynes Preparatory School Tattenhoe Lane , MK3 7EG | - not rated | 953 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravenstone House School House , Tattenhoe Lane MK3 7EG | - not rated | 953 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Rajdouth | 8 White Horse Drive | 369 yd | |
| Church Of The Servant King | 33 Dulverton Drive | 520 yd | |
| Windmill Hill Golf Centre | Tattenhoe Lane | 968 yd | |
| Windmill Hill Golf Club | Tattenhoe Lane | 968 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Clocktower | 2 White Horse Drive | 369 yd | |
| Milton Keynes Rugby Club | Emerson Valley District Park And Pavilion, Bowland Drive | 772 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerson Valley Kebab House | 14 White Horse Drive | 369 yd | |
| North Furzton Fish Bar | 51 Dulverton Drive | 616 yd | |
| Hong Kong Take Away | 57 Dulverton Drive | 616 yd | |
| New Hong Kong | 22 Winfold Lane | 845 yd | |
| The Good Friend Takeaway | 5 Blackmoor Gate | 1,029 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 41 Dulverton Drive | 616 yd | |
| Co-op | 24 Winfold Lane | 845 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Emerson Valley Combined School HODDER LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 472 yd |
| Milton Keynes Preparatory School TATTENHOE LANE | artificial grass pitch | 932 yd |
| Emerson Valley Sports Ground BOWLAND DRIVE | grass pitches | 933 yd |
| Barleyhurst Park Primary School FORFAR DRIVE | grass pitches | 952 yd |
| Tattenhoe Lane Sports Ground SEVERN WAY | grass pitches | 958 yd |
| Windmill Hill Golf Centre WINDMILL HILL GOLF COURSE WINDMILL HILL GOLF COURSE TATTENHOE LANE | golf | 968 yd |
| Derwent Drive Playing Fields DERWENT DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,026 yd |
| Furzton Sports Ground DANESBROOK CLOSE | grass pitches | 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.