Palmers Road is in Olney and in Milton Keynes district. MK46 4JX is located in the Olney electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Milton Keynes North. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Palmers Road, Olney, MK46 4JX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK46 4JY, MK46 4AZ, MK46 4AN, MK46 4AF, MK46 4JL, MK46 4AE, MK46 4JJ, MK46 4AL, MK46 4AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around MK46 4JX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.5% | 51.9% | -4.6% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 43.5% | 48.1% | 4.6% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 17.5% | 29.1% | 11.6% | 37.9% | -8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.6% | 45.1% | -12.5% | 44.2% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 13.1% | 5.7% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 17% | 10.7% | -6.3% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
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 | 44.5% | 36.9% | -7.6% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 35.8% | 2.2% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 20.4% | 6.6% | 12.7% | 7.7% |
| Bad health | 6% | 5% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 28.8% | 21% | -7.8% | 18.2% | 2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.1% | 10.7% | 4.6% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 11.5% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 7.4% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 11.9% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.9% | 34.6% | -0.3% | 33.8% | 0.8% |
| Other | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.3% | 95.7% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 96.8% | 93.1% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 3.5% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 93.1% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 5% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 1.5% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.5% | 76.7% | 6.8% |
| Ireland | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 13.1% | 13.5% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.2% | 37.2% | -3.0% |
| Christian | 59.6% | 46.2% | 13.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Palmers Road was 60.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.5% higher than the Olney average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Palmers Road has the 7th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Olney and the 425th lowest crime rate of 855 local areas in Milton Keynes .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -5.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Palmers Road, Olney, Milton Keynes Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2020-01-23 | £223,939 |
| 3 Palmers Road, Olney, Milton Keynes Terraced, an established residential building | £119,500 | 2002-05-24 | £398,982 |
| 11 Palmers Road, Olney, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £78,000 | 1998-11-30 | £396,882 |
MK46 4JX 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 4JX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 99 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olney Infant Academy Spinney Hill Road , MK46 5AD | 4out of 4 | 831 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Olney Middle School Yardley Road , MK46 5DZ | 3out of 4 | 1,190 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton Blossomville Church of England School Newton Blossomville , Turvey MK43 8AL | 4out of 4 | 3,768 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lavendon School High Street , Lavendon MK46 4HA | 4out of 4 | 3,914 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherington Church of England School School Lane , Sherington MK16 9NF | 3out of 4 | 5,154 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazing Grains | 2 Fountain Court | 136 yd | |
| Courtyard Brasserie | 8-9 Rose Court | 220 yd | |
| Rasso Limited | 26a Market Place | 268 yd | |
| Olney Pancake Parlour | 24-25 Market Place | 268 yd | |
| Olney Bowling Club | East Street | 275 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olney Rugby Football Club Limited | Recreation Ground, East Street | 316 yd | |
| The Swan Inn and Bistro | 12 High Street South | 319 yd | |
| The Two Brewers | 34 High Street | 375 yd | |
| The Carlton House Club | 38 High Street | 375 yd | |
| Olney Town Cricket Club | Cricket Pavilion, East Street | 563 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madeira's | 15 Market Place | 268 yd | |
| Baguettes Bakes & Cakes | 36 Market Place | 300 yd | |
| Gabriella's | 11 Market Place | 342 yd | |
| Jasmine Cottage | 3 Fountain Court, 16-18 Fountain Court | 356 yd | |
| Pizza Max | 16-18 High Street | 375 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 16-17 Market Place | 268 yd | |
| Co-op | Units 1 and 4, Stanley Court | 409 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Allotment Field EAST STREET | grass pitches | 445 yd |
| Olney Recreation Ground EAST STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 515 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.