Selby Grove is in Shenley Church End, Milton Keynes and in Milton Keynes district. MK5 6BW is located in the Loughton & Shenley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Milton Keynes South. This postcode has been in use since 1988-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Selby Grove, Shenley Church End, Milton Keynes, MK5 6BW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK5 6HT, MK5 6BL, MK5 6DT, MK5 6BP, MK5 6AW, MK5 6AN, MK5 6BJ, MK5 6HB, MK5 6EJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding MK5 6BW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 51.2% | 49.4% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 48.8% | 50.6% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 MK5 6BW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.1% 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 | 31.3% | 31.2% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -6.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56% | 56.1% | 0.1% | 44.2% | 11.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.3% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 8.3% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 2.4% | 1.3% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
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 (88.2%) 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 | 59.2% | 53.2% | -6.0% | 48.4% | 4.8% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 35% | 2.7% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 6.7% | 10.1% | 3.4% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 MK5 6BW this area, 7.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 47.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.2% | 7.4% | 2.2% | 18.2% | -10.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 9.4% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 11.4% | -6.5% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 4.4% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 18.5% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.6% | 47.3% | 4.7% | 33.8% | 13.5% |
| Other | 3.1% | 1.7% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 69.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1% | 3.4% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 2.7% |
| Indian | 6.7% | 16.8% | 10.1% | 3.1% | 13.7% |
| Pakistani | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 4.9% | 1.4% | -3.5% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 3.4% | 1.1% | -2.3% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Other Black | 2.1% | 0.8% | -1.3% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 2.1% | 0.8% | -1.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 72.9% | 69.6% | -3.3% | 81.4% | -11.8% |
| Arab | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 71.7% 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 | 78.3% | 71.7% | -6.6% | 83.2% | -11.5% |
| European Union | 5.7% | 6.7% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 5.9% | 4.5% | -1.4% | 2.7% | 1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.8% | 14.8% | 6.0% | 5.6% | 9.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 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 | 77.3% | 71.7% | -5.6% | 83.2% | -11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.6% | 18.2% | 15.6% | 9.8% | 8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 6.2% | 4.4% | 2.9% | 3.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.7% | 2.5% | -3.2% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.7% | 1.4% | -11.3% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 4.2% | 1.2% | 3.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 5.8% | 13.5% | -7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 33.9% | 46.2% | -12.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 11.1% | 1.7% | 9.4% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Sikh | 3.1% | 0.9% | 2.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Selby Grove was 2.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 96.1% lower than the Loughton & Shenley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Selby Grove has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 75 local areas in Loughton & Shenley and the 3rd lowest crime rate of 855 local areas in Milton Keynes .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.0%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Selby Grove, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2020-06-26 | £521,696 |
| 20 Selby Grove, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2018-06-01 | £527,691 |
| 6 Selby Grove, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2014-10-03 | £564,742 |
| 8 Selby Grove, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2013-10-11 | £544,858 |
| 12 Selby Grove, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2013-05-24 | £465,769 |
MK5 6BW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 141 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Education | 26 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 26 |
| Information and communication | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorlands Centre Nursery School Beanhill Local Centre , Dodkin MK6 4LP | 3out of 4 | 3,636 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knowles Nursery School Queensway , Bletchley MK2 2HB | 3out of 4 | 5,387 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glastonbury Thorn School Pigott Drive , Shenley Church End MK5 6BX | 4out of 4 | 101 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loughton School Bradwell Road , Loughton MK5 8DN | 3out of 4 | 872 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Caroline Haslett Primary School Faraday Drive , Shenley Lodge MK5 7DF | 4out of 4 | 906 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loughton Manor First School Paynes Drive , Loughton MK5 8FA | 4out of 4 | 1,370 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Meadow School Garthwaite Crescent , Shenley Brook End MK5 7XX | 3out of 4 | 1,526 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denbigh School Burchard Crescent , Shenley Church End MK5 6EX | 3out of 4 | 667 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenley Brook End School Walbank Grove , Shenley Brook End MK5 7ZT | 3out of 4 | 1,717 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hazeley Academy Emperor Drive , Hazeley MK8 0PT | 3out of 4 | 2,057 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic School Phoenix Drive , Leadenhall MK6 5EN | 3out of 4 | 2,372 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Milton Keynes Academy Fulwoods Drive , MK6 5LA | 3out of 4 | 2,621 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 | 2,538 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Grove Independent School Redland Drive , Loughton MK5 8HD | - not rated | 1,027 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakhill Secure Training Centre Chalgrove Field , Off Otterburn Crescent MK5 6AJ | - not rated | 2,118 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Walnuts School Admiral Drive , Hazeley MK8 0PU | 3out of 4 | 2,213 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridge Academy Jonathans , Coffee Hall MK6 5DE | 3out of 4 | 2,902 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Romans Field School Shenley Road , Bletchley MK3 7AW | 3out of 4 | 3,040 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miller & Carter | Burchard Crescent | 613 yd | |
| Harvester Pub & Restaurant | Fountain Harvester, London Road | 717 yd | |
| Big Mama's | 46 Egerton Gate | 741 yd | |
| The Burnt Oak (Exxell Catering Ltd) | Egerton Gate | 742 yd | |
| Playful Pottery | 36 Benbow Court | 809 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Beams | Paxton Crescent | 254 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ideal Chef | 56 Egerton Gate | 742 yd | |
| Subway | 4a Benbow Court | 811 yd | |
| Eagle Pizza House Ltd | 2A Benbow Court | 811 yd | |
| Fish 'N' Chick'n | 2 Benbow Court | 811 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 50 Egerton Gate | 742 yd | |
| Sainsbury Supermarket | 2 Engaine Drive | 948 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Caroline Haslett Primary School FARADAY DRIVE | grass pitches | 787 yd |
| Denbigh School BURCHARD CRESCENT | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 789 yd |
| Kiss Gyms (Milton Keynes) Unit 1 Unit 1 Roebuck Way | health and fitness suite | 818 yd |
| Shenley Leisure Centre BURCHARD CRESCENT | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 857 yd |
| Bourton Mill Health & Leisure Club (Milton Keynes) (Closed) Engaine Drive | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 943 yd |
| Loughton School BRADWELL ROAD | grass pitches | 956 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 | 77.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.