Chadwick Drive is in Eaglestone West, Milton Keynes and in Milton Keynes district. MK6 5LS is located in the Woughton & Fishermead electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Milton Keynes South. This postcode has been in use since 1996-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chadwick Drive, Eaglestone West, Milton Keynes, MK6 5LS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK6 5BJ, MK6 5BG, MK6 5BE, MK6 5BQ, MK6 5BH, MK6 5HA, MK6 5AU, MK6 5AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding MK6 5LS is primarily male, with 54.3% of the population 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 | 51.9% | 45.7% | -6.2% | 51.0% | -5.3% |
| Male | 48.1% | 54.3% | 6.2% | 49.0% | 5.3% |
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 | 24.2% | 35.8% | 11.6% | 37.9% | -2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.8% | 39.9% | 1.1% | 44.2% | -4.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 10.3% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 23.5% | 12.5% | -11.0% | 6.1% | 6.4% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (56.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 20.8% | 25.7% | 4.9% | 48.4% | -22.7% |
| Good health | 27.9% | 31.2% | 3.3% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 34% | 23.6% | -10.4% | 12.7% | 10.9% |
| Bad health | 12.5% | 10.5% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 6.5% |
| Very bad health | 4.8% | 9% | 4.2% | 1.2% | 7.8% |
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 MK6 5LS this area, 34.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 52.6% | 34.6% | -18.0% | 18.2% | 16.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 14.6% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.3% | 10.9% | 1.6% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 6.5% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.8% | 8.4% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -8.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 9% | 21.8% | 12.8% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3.1% | -2.8% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.2% 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 | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Indian | 3.5% | 4.7% | 1.2% | 3.1% | 1.6% |
| Pakistani | 3.5% | 2.3% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 5.1% | 6.7% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 5.1% |
| Black African | 2.9% | 4.7% | 1.8% | 2.5% | 2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 1.0% | 0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 78.5% | 72.2% | -6.3% | 81.4% | -9.2% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 76.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.6% | 76.5% | -9.1% | 83.2% | -6.7% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 5.3% | 4.7% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 4.2% | 6.2% | 2.0% | 2.7% | 3.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.7% | 10% | 2.3% | 5.6% | 4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.9% | 76.5% | -8.4% | 83.2% | -6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 19.9% | 18.9% | 9.8% | 10.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 2.6% | 2.0% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 0.6% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.6% | 0.3% | -10.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.7% | 76.7% | -9.0% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 23.8% | 13.5% | 10.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24% | 37.2% | -13.2% |
| Christian | 56.1% | 46.2% | 9.9% |
| Hindu | 6.7% | 1.7% | 5.0% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chadwick Drive was 773.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 792.9% higher than the Campbell Park & Old Woughton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chadwick Drive has the 2nd highest crime rate of 89 local areas in Campbell Park & Old Woughton and the 12th highest crime rate of 855 local areas in Milton Keynes .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 616.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 15.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chadwick Lodge Chadwick Drive, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Other, an established residential building | £7,960,000 | 2019-04-04 | £9,775,107 |
| Chadwick Lodge Chadwick Drive, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Other, an established residential building | £28,728,733 | 2016-09-30 | £35,618,117 |
MK6 5LS 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 MK6 5LS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 113 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 72 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Other | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 1,338 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knowles Nursery School Queensway , Bletchley MK2 2HB | 3out of 4 | 4,186 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Falconhurst School High Trees , Chaffron Way MK6 5AX | 3out of 4 | 537 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jubilee Wood Primary School 1 Fishermead Boulevard , Fishermead MK6 2LB | 3out of 4 | 1,025 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldbrook First School Illingworth Place , Oldbrook MK6 2NH | 3out of 4 | 1,093 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Chapter Primary School Chapter , Coffee Hall MK6 5EA | 3out of 4 | 1,108 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Willows School and Early Years Centre Fishermead Boulevard , Fishermead MK6 2LP | 3out of 4 | 1,261 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Milton Keynes Academy Fulwoods Drive , MK6 5LA | 3out of 4 | 668 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic School Phoenix Drive , Leadenhall MK6 5EN | 3out of 4 | 893 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Denbigh School Burchard Crescent , Shenley Church End MK5 6EX | 3out of 4 | 3,610 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Grey Academy Rickley Lane , Bletchley MK3 6EW | 3out of 4 | 3,644 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton High Fyfield Barrow , Walnut Tree MK7 7WH | 3out of 4 | 4,118 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 748 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 | 2,766 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kents Hill Park all-through school Kents Hill Park , Kents Hill MK7 6BZ | - not rated | 2,825 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge Academy Jonathans , Coffee Hall MK6 5DE | 3out of 4 | 732 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Redway School Farmborough , Netherfield MK6 4HG | 3out of 4 | 830 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| SMK Gateway - Alternative Provision 1st Floor, The Point , 602 Midsummer Boulevard MK9 3GN | - not rated | 1,883 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Baytul Ilm Secondary School 12a Clarke Road , MK1 1LG | - not rated | 2,301 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Open University Walton Hall , MK7 6AA | - not rated | 2,457 yd | Higher education institutions | 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 | Milton Keynes Hospital, Standing Way | 402 yd | |
| Subway | Milton Keynes Hospital, Standing Way | 402 yd | |
| Friends of Milton Keynes Hospital & Community | MK General Hospital, Standing Way | 402 yd | |
| Christ the Vine Community Church | 42 Garraways | 509 yd | |
| Peartree Bridge Inn | 180 Waterside | 708 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Eagle Public House | 5 Harrier Court | 517 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagles Jerk and Grill | 6 Harrier Court | 517 yd | |
| ChickNwingz | 4 Harrier Court | 517 yd | |
| Five Akhis | 186 Waterside | 663 yd | |
| Peter's Chinese | 50 Garraways | 668 yd | |
| Chippy Chums Fish and Chips | 46 Garraways | 668 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 19 Farthing Grove | 825 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Milton Keynes Academy Fulwoods Drive | artificial grass pitch | 438 yd |
| Falconhurst Combined School (Closed) High Trees | grass pitches | 563 yd |
| Woughton Leisure Centre RAINBOW DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 718 yd |
| Sir Frank Markham Community School (Closed) Woughton Campus Woughton Campus Chaffron Way | grass pitches | 785 yd |
| St Pauls Catholic School PHOENIX DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,004 yd |
| New Chapter Primary School | grass pitches | 1,073 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 34.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 70.85 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 70.85 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.41 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.