Barrett Place is in Shenley Church End, Milton Keynes and in Milton Keynes district. MK5 6JY is located in the Loughton & Shenley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Milton Keynes South. This postcode has been in use since 1998-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barrett Place, Shenley Church End, Milton Keynes, MK5 6JY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK5 6BB, MK5 6DD, MK5 6DF, MK5 6DE, MK5 6DH, MK5 6DQ, MK5 6DA, MK5 6DB, MK5 6BE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding MK5 6JY has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 50.3% | 49% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 49.7% | 51% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around MK5 6JY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 41.5% | 46.4% | 4.9% | 37.9% | 8.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.4% | 39.9% | -2.5% | 44.2% | -4.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 0.4% | -3.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 9.5% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 2.2% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 53% | 48.8% | -4.2% | 48.4% | 0.4% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 35% | -0.9% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 8.9% | 13.5% | 4.6% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 15.2% | 14.1% | -1.1% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 9.2% | -8.2% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 12.6% | -3.5% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 6.1% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 19.5% | 10.6% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.7% | 36.3% | 4.6% | 33.8% | 2.5% |
| Other | 6.7% | 2.3% | -4.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 62.3% 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 | 3.9% | 2.7% | -1.2% | 0.7% | 2.0% |
| Indian | 7.9% | 5% | -2.9% | 3.1% | 1.9% |
| Pakistani | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 6.5% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 4.9% |
| Black African | 4.3% | 7.4% | 3.1% | 2.5% | 4.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.3% | 1.8% | -1.5% | 1.0% | 0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 3.9% | 3.6% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 2.8% |
| White | 66.8% | 62.3% | -4.5% | 81.4% | -19.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Other | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 67% 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 | 76% | 67% | -9.0% | 83.2% | -16.2% |
| European Union | 4.6% | 7.7% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 7.6% | 5% | -2.6% | 2.7% | 2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.6% | 13.3% | 5.7% | 5.6% | 7.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.6% | 4.7% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 3.4% |
| 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 | 75% | 67% | -8.0% | 83.2% | -16.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 13.6% | 12.3% | 9.8% | 3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.9% | 8.3% | 3.4% | 2.9% | 5.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.9% | 7.7% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 5.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.8% | 3.5% | -9.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.4% | 76.7% | -9.3% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| France | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 4.1% | 1.5% | 2.6% |
| Other Europe | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 4.1% | 1.2% | 2.9% |
| South-East Asia | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 9.4% | 13.5% | -4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.7% | 37.2% | -5.5% |
| Christian | 42% | 46.2% | -4.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 10.4% | 1.7% | 8.7% |
| Muslim | 7.7% | 6.5% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barrett Place was 76.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.4% lower than the Loughton & Shenley average. The most reported crime type was Drugs.
Barrett Place has the 22nd highest crime rate of 74 local areas in Loughton & Shenley and the 353rd highest crime rate of 853 local areas in Milton Keynes .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Barrett Place, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £88,500 | 2020-02-19 | £110,434 |
| 8 Barrett Place, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2017-09-06 | £115,338 |
| 9 Barrett Place, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2017-02-24 | £118,984 |
| 7 Barrett Place, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2010-09-28 | £306,314 |
| 4 Barrett Place, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £118,500 | 2010-04-28 | £235,603 |
MK5 6JY 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 | 137 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 4,423 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loughton School Bradwell Road , Loughton MK5 8DN | - not rated | 686 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loughton School Bradwell Road , Loughton MK5 8DN | - not rated | 686 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glastonbury Thorn School Pigott Drive , Shenley Church End MK5 6BX | - not rated | 865 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loughton Manor First School Paynes Drive , Loughton MK5 8FA | 3out of 4 | 914 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ the Sower Ecumenical Primary School (VA) Singleton Drive , Grange Farm MK8 0PZ | - not rated | 1,139 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copperfield Middle School Chapter , Coffee Hall MK6 5EA | - not rated | 3,737 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbeys Middle School Melrose Avenue , Bletchley MK3 6PS | - not rated | 4,212 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Watling Way Middle School Galley Hill , Stony Stratford MK11 1PA | - not rated | 4,775 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alex Campbell Middle School Buckingham Road , Bletchley MK3 5EN | - not rated | 4,864 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 | 279 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Denbigh School Burchard Crescent , Shenley Church End MK5 6EX | - not rated | 279 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hazeley Academy Emperor Drive , Hazeley MK8 0PT | 3out of 4 | 1,479 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazeley School Emperor Drive , Hazeley MK8 0PT | - not rated | 1,479 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenley Brook End School Walbank Grove , Shenley Brook End MK5 7ZT | - not rated | 2,152 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 3,142 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 | 1,417 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Milton Keynes Secure Training Centre Chalgrove Field , Off Otterburn Crescent MK5 6AH | - not rated | 1,641 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Woodlands School Admiral Drive , Hazeley MK8 0PU | 3out of 4 | 1,645 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakhill Secure Training Centre Chalgrove Field , Off Otterburn Crescent MK5 6AJ | - not rated | 1,696 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| iPEC , MK9 1EJ | - not rated | 2,639 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| the Spice Village | 1b Benbow Court | 393 yd | |
| MK Munchbox | 34 Benbow Court | 393 yd | |
| Playful Pottery | 36 Benbow Court | 414 yd | |
| Talbot Inn | The Talbot Inn, 33 London Road | 553 yd | |
| Miller & Carter | Burchard Crescent | 555 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 4a Benbow Court | 393 yd | |
| Eagle Pizza House Ltd | 2A Benbow Court | 393 yd | |
| Fish 'N' Chick'n | 2 Benbow Court | 393 yd | |
| Dragon Bay | 26a Darin Court | 799 yd | |
| Hong Kong Cottage | 26a Darin Court | 799 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury Supermarket | 2 Engaine Drive | 392 yd | |
| Co-op | 130 Dunthorne Way | 1,061 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shenley Leisure Centre BURCHARD CRESCENT | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 275 yd |
| Denbigh School BURCHARD CRESCENT | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 280 yd |
| Bourton Mill Health & Leisure Club (Milton Keynes) (Closed) Engaine Drive | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 388 yd |
| Loughton School BRADWELL ROAD | grass pitches | 689 yd |
| Crownhill Sports Ground CROWNHILL SPORTS GROUND CROWNHILL SPORTS GROUND LENNON DRIVE | grass pitches | 755 yd |
| Loughton Sports Ground LINCESLADE GROVE | grass pitches | 875 yd |
| Medbourne Pavilion PASCAL DRIVE | grass pitches | 981 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 | 74.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.75 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.75 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.