Crane Court is in Loughton, Milton Keynes and in Milton Keynes district. MK5 8BG is located in the Loughton & Shenley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Milton Keynes South. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Crane Court, Loughton, Milton Keynes, MK5 8BG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK5 8AD, MK5 8BL, MK5 8AH, MK5 8BD, MK5 8BQ, MK5 8AS, MK5 8BF, MK5 8AE, MK5 8AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding MK5 8BG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% 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 | 51.2% | 52.5% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 48.8% | 47.5% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 8BG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 69.5% 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 | 25.4% | 18.5% | -6.9% | 37.9% | -19.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.7% | 69.5% | 1.8% | 44.2% | 25.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 3.9% | 5.4% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 2.2% | 5.4% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 (88.4%) 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 | 56.2% | 60.6% | 4.4% | 48.4% | 12.2% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 27.8% | -7.9% | 33.6% | -5.8% |
| Fair health | 6.6% | 10.6% | 4.0% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 8BG this area, 6.5% 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 58.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.5% | 6.5% | 0.0% | 18.2% | -11.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.8% | 5% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 11.8% | -5.4% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 14.5% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 50.2% | 58.4% | 8.2% | 33.8% | 24.6% |
| Other | 5% | 2.3% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 56.6% 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 | 3.9% | 4.1% | 0.2% | 0.7% | 3.4% |
| Indian | 8.3% | 16.6% | 8.3% | 3.1% | 13.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 3.4% | 2.8% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Other Asian | 4.7% | 3.1% | -1.6% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Black African | 2.5% | 6.3% | 3.8% | 2.5% | 3.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 74.8% | 56.6% | -18.2% | 81.4% | -24.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 68.2% 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 | 78.7% | 68.2% | -10.5% | 83.2% | -15.0% |
| European Union | 7.2% | 5.6% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 5.6% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 2.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.4% | 16.2% | 6.8% | 5.6% | 10.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 3.7% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78.1% | 68.2% | -9.9% | 83.2% | -15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 3.9% | 19.9% | 16.0% | 9.8% | 10.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.3% | 5.9% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 3.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.2% | 3.4% | -8.8% | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.6% | 76.7% | 5.9% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 3.4% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 2.8% | 13.5% | -10.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.2% | 37.2% | -9.0% |
| Christian | 43.7% | 46.2% | -2.5% |
| Hindu | 11.5% | 1.7% | 9.8% |
| Jewish | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 8% | 6.5% | 1.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Crane Court was 91.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.3% higher than the Loughton & Shenley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Crane Court has the 13th highest crime rate of 75 local areas in Loughton & Shenley and the 279th highest crime rate of 855 local areas in Milton Keynes .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.4%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% 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 Crane Court, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £638,000 | 2025-03-28 | £646,092 |
| 5 Crane Court, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2024-03-01 | £808,411 |
| 2 Crane Court, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £710,000 | 2022-05-27 | £781,527 |
| 8 Crane Court, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2016-12-02 | £631,306 |
| 8 Crane Court, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2011-05-18 | £674,291 |
MK5 8BG area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
MK5 8BG 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 | 97 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 26 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Information and communication | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| 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 | 3,948 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loughton Manor First School Paynes Drive , Loughton MK5 8FA | 4out of 4 | 734 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Loughton School Bradwell Road , Loughton MK5 8DN | 3out of 4 | 931 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmwood School Kensington Drive , Great Holm MK8 9AB | - not rated | 1,314 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerfield School Downley Avenue , Bradwell Common MK13 8PG | 3out of 4 | 1,381 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Two Mile Ash School The High Street , Two Mile Ash MK8 8LH | 4out of 4 | 1,586 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,387 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic School Phoenix Drive , Leadenhall MK6 5EN | 3out of 4 | 2,320 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Milton Keynes Academy Fulwoods Drive , MK6 5LA | 3out of 4 | 2,375 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hazeley Academy Emperor Drive , Hazeley MK8 0PT | 3out of 4 | 2,973 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stantonbury School Purbeck , MK14 6BN | - not rated | 3,188 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,308 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakgrove School Venturer Gate , MK10 9JQ | 3out of 4 | 5,364 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 989 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| SMK Gateway - Alternative Provision 1st Floor, The Point , 602 Midsummer Boulevard MK9 3GN | - not rated | 2,053 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridge Academy Jonathans , Coffee Hall MK6 5DE | 3out of 4 | 3,040 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Walnuts School Admiral Drive , Hazeley MK8 0PU | 3out of 4 | 3,134 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakhill Secure Training Centre Chalgrove Field , Off Otterburn Crescent MK5 6AJ | - not rated | 3,244 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee | 5 Station House, 500 Elder Gate | 407 yd | |
| Giardino 14 Coffee | 302 Elder Gate | 407 yd | |
| All Good Cafe | 8 Station House, 500 Elder Gate | 407 yd | |
| Milton Keynes College | Sport Central, Elder Gate | 474 yd | |
| The Quadrant | Elder Gate | 505 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wetherspoons | 201 Midsummer Boulevard | 991 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway Restaurant | 500 Elder Gate | 407 yd | |
| Pret A Manger | Unit 4 Milton Keynes Station | 439 yd | |
| Greggs | Pheonix House, Unit 1 Elder Gate | 572 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | Unit C/D/D1, The Place Retail Park, Elder Gate | 387 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 6 Station House, 500 Elder Gate | 407 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sport Central SPORT CENTRAL SPORT CENTRAL ELDER GATE | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 370 yd |
| The Gym (Milton Keynes) PHOENIX HOUSE PHOENIX HOUSE ELDER GATE | health and fitness suite | 418 yd |
| The National Badminton Centre BADMINTON CENTRE BADMINTON CENTRE BRADWELL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 597 yd |
| Planet Ice Milton Keynes SOUTH ROW | ice rinks | 710 yd |
| Loughton Sports Ground LINCESLADE GROVE | grass pitches | 754 yd |
| Loughton School BRADWELL ROAD | grass pitches | 938 yd |
| Milton Keynes Lions Arena (Closed) Snowdon Drive | 999 yd | |
| Knowlhill Sports Ground (Closed) Davy Avenue | grass pitches | 1,087 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 206 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.