High Street is in Lavendon, Olney and in Milton Keynes district. MK46 4EX is located in the Olney electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Milton Keynes North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about High Street, Lavendon, Olney, MK46 4EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK46 4JD, MK46 4EU, MK46 4EG, MK46 4JF, MK46 4EY, MK46 4HB, MK46 4HE, MK46 4HG, MK46 4HA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding MK46 4EX has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 50.2% | 47.9% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 49.8% | 52.1% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of MK46 4EX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.5% 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 | 13.9% | 18.4% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -19.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 73.2% | 67.5% | -5.7% | 44.2% | 23.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1.2% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 6.7% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 6.3% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 55.3% | 46.6% | -8.7% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 37.5% | 5.1% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 12.1% | 2.2% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 2% | 3.3% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 44.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.3% | 15.4% | 0.1% | 18.2% | -2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.1% | 6.7% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 15.8% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 2.4% | -2.4% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 12.3% | -0.1% | 16.9% | -4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.4% | 44.7% | 9.3% | 33.8% | 10.9% |
| Other | 6.7% | 2.8% | -3.9% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
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% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Black African | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 96% | 93.8% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 92.5% | 93.5% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 3.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 93.5% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 6.2% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0.3% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.2% | 76.7% | 14.5% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5.9% | 13.5% | -7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 54.8% | 46.2% | 8.6% |
| Hindu | 2.9% | 1.7% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 63.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.1% higher than the Olney average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Street has the 5th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Olney and the 409th highest crime rate of 855 local areas in Milton Keynes .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.8%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 78% 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 High Street, Olney, Milton Keynes Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £309,500 | 2024-10-18 | £335,913 |
| 11 High Street, Olney, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £670,000 | 2021-05-04 | £846,981 |
| 1 High Street, Olney, Milton Keynes Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £262,500 | 2020-03-05 | £344,790 |
| 1 High Street, Olney, Milton Keynes Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2017-04-19 | £283,408 |
| 11 High Street, Olney, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2013-06-14 | £953,321 |
MK46 4EX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in MK46 4EX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lavendon School High Street , Lavendon MK46 4HA | 4out of 4 | 338 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton Blossomville Church of England School Newton Blossomville , Turvey MK43 8AL | 4out of 4 | 2,583 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Turvey Primary School May Road , Turvey MK43 8DY | 3out of 4 | 3,051 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Olney Middle School Yardley Road , MK46 5DZ | 3out of 4 | 3,616 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Olney Infant Academy Spinney Hill Road , MK46 5AD | 4out of 4 | 4,277 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Green Man | High Street | 222 yd | |
| The Horseshoe | 26 High Street | 222 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.