Redland Drive is in Loughton, Milton Keynes and in Milton Keynes district. MK5 8EL 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 Redland Drive, Loughton, Milton Keynes, MK5 8EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK5 8ED, MK5 8EJ, MK5 8EH, MK5 8DX, MK5 8FR, MK5 8EU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding MK5 8EL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 53.3% | 49.5% | -3.8% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 46.7% | 50.5% | 3.8% | 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 8EL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.2% 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 | 26.2% | 28.8% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.8% | 59.2% | -3.6% | 44.2% | 15.0% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 4.9% | 5.5% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 5.8% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.9%) 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 | 61.5% | 54.2% | -7.3% | 48.4% | 5.8% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 35.7% | 5.4% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 6.5% | 8.4% | 1.9% | 12.7% | -4.3% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
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 8EL 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 56%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.8% | 7.4% | -2.4% | 18.2% | -10.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 7.1% | -8.0% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 12% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 2.3% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 13.3% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.4% | 56% | 16.6% | 33.8% | 22.2% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% |
| Chinese | 2.7% | 1% | -1.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 4.8% | 7.3% | 2.5% | 3.1% | 4.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 5.5% | 3.8% | 2.7% | 2.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 6.5% | 2% | -4.5% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 0.8% | 2.2% |
| White | 74.8% | 65% | -9.8% | 81.4% | -16.4% |
| Arab | 1.5% | 4.8% | 3.3% | 0.6% | 4.2% |
| Other | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 71.4% 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 | 79.9% | 71.4% | -8.5% | 83.2% | -11.8% |
| European Union | 4.6% | 6.3% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 2% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 4.4% | 6.1% | 1.7% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.7% | 10.4% | 0.7% | 5.6% | 4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.2% | 71.2% | -8.0% | 83.2% | -12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 16.9% | 15.9% | 9.8% | 7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 5.3% | 3.6% | 2.9% | 2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.1% | 4.5% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 14% | 2% | -12.0% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82% | 76.7% | 5.3% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| North Africa | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 3.3% | 13.5% | -10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.1% | 37.2% | -6.1% |
| Christian | 40.3% | 46.2% | -5.9% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 5.6% | 1.7% | 3.9% |
| Muslim | 12.2% | 6.5% | 5.7% |
| Not answered | 9.9% | 6.0% | 3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Redland Drive was 284.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 260.8% higher than the Loughton & Shenley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Redland Drive has the 2nd highest crime rate of 74 local areas in Loughton & Shenley and the 50th highest crime rate of 853 local areas in Milton Keynes .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 97.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Redland Drive, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £1,085,600 | 2025-07-18 | £1,078,024 |
| 6 Redland Drive, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2025-03-24 | £832,448 |
| 4 Redland Drive, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £1,015,000 | 2024-11-14 | £1,003,913 |
| 10 Redland Drive, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £710,000 | 2017-03-01 | £867,681 |
| 16 Redland Drive, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £960,000 | 2016-09-07 | £1,228,997 |
MK5 8EL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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 8EL 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 | 115 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Self-Employed | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 19 |
| Information and communication | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Other | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| 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 | 3,286 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knowles Nursery School Queensway , Bletchley MK2 2HB | 3out of 4 | 5,451 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 | 689 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loughton School Bradwell Road , Loughton MK5 8DN | - not rated | 689 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glastonbury Thorn School Pigott Drive , Shenley Church End MK5 6BX | - not rated | 782 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loughton Manor First School Paynes Drive , Loughton MK5 8FA | 3out of 4 | 1,078 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Caroline Haslett Primary School Faraday Drive , Shenley Lodge MK5 7DF | 4out of 4 | 1,490 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 2,603 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbeys Middle School Melrose Avenue , Bletchley MK3 6PS | - not rated | 3,414 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alex Campbell Middle School Buckingham Road , Bletchley MK3 5EN | - not rated | 4,699 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooksward Middle School Tower Drive , Neath Hill MK14 6JZ | - not rated | 4,703 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 | 988 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Denbigh School Burchard Crescent , Shenley Church End MK5 6EX | - not rated | 988 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic School Phoenix Drive , Leadenhall MK6 5EN | 3out of 4 | 1,783 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Frank Markham Community School Woughton Campus , Chaffron Way MK6 5EH | - not rated | 1,964 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Milton Keynes Academy Fulwoods Drive , MK6 5LA | - not rated | 1,964 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 | 1,883 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 | 5,279 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kents Hill Park all-through school Kents Hill Park , Kents Hill MK7 6BZ | 3out of 4 | 5,453 yd | Free schools | 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 | 158 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| iPEC , MK9 1EJ | - not rated | 1,627 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Citischool 332 Witan Gate West , MK9 1EJ | - not rated | 1,627 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Provision for Pregnant Schoolgirls and Young Mothers Sir Frank Markham School , Rainbow Drive MK6 5EH | - not rated | 1,964 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| SMK Gateway - Alternative Provision 1st Floor, The Point , 602 Midsummer Boulevard MK9 3GN | - not rated | 2,401 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ride High Equestrian Centre | Loughton Manor, Redland Drive | 158 yd | |
| EMW Law (Wilson Vale Catering) | Seebeck House, 1 Seebeck Place | 261 yd | |
| British Standards Institute (Baxter Storey) | Kitemark Court, Davy Avenue | 344 yd | |
| Harvester Pub & Restaurant | Fountain Harvester, London Road | 552 yd | |
| Miller & Carter | Burchard Crescent | 723 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Beams | Paxton Crescent | 908 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 4a Benbow Court | 879 yd | |
| Eagle Pizza House Ltd | 2A Benbow Court | 879 yd | |
| Fish 'N' Chick'n | 2 Benbow Court | 879 yd | |
| Pret A Manger | Unit 4 Milton Keynes Station | 934 yd | |
| Subway Restaurant | 500 Elder Gate | 964 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury Supermarket | 2 Engaine Drive | 943 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 6 Station House, 500 Elder Gate | 964 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Knowlhill Sports Ground (Closed) Davy Avenue | grass pitches | 477 yd |
| Loughton School BRADWELL ROAD | grass pitches | 690 yd |
| Kiss Gyms (Milton Keynes) Unit 1 Unit 1 Roebuck Way | health and fitness suite | 754 yd |
| Planet Ice Milton Keynes SOUTH ROW | ice rinks | 801 yd |
| Milton Keynes Lions Arena (Closed) Snowdon Drive | 804 yd | |
| Loughton Sports Ground LINCESLADE GROVE | grass pitches | 906 yd |
| Bourton Mill Health & Leisure Club (Milton Keynes) (Closed) Engaine Drive | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 942 yd |
| Denbigh School BURCHARD CRESCENT | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 987 yd |
| Shenley Leisure Centre BURCHARD CRESCENT | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 996 yd |
| The Gym (Milton Keynes) PHOENIX HOUSE PHOENIX HOUSE ELDER GATE | health and fitness suite | 1,083 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 | 550 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 540.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.