Fripp Gardens is in Grange Farm, Milton Keynes and in Milton Keynes district. MK8 0NU is located in the Loughton & Shenley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Milton Keynes South. This postcode has been in use since 2004-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fripp Gardens, Grange Farm, Milton Keynes, MK8 0NU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK8 0NB, MK8 0NE, MK8 0NN, MK8 0NJ, MK8 0NA, MK8 0NS, MK8 0NH, MK8 0NL, MK8 0NT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around MK8 0NU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46% | 51.7% | 5.7% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 54% | 48.3% | -5.7% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 MK8 0NU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43% 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 | 35.2% | 43% | 7.8% | 37.9% | 5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43% | 42.3% | -0.7% | 44.2% | -1.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 3% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 14.1% | 9% | -5.1% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
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 | 53.7% | 48% | -5.7% | 48.4% | -0.4% |
| Good health | 28.6% | 33.7% | 5.1% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 6.6% | 16.4% | 9.8% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 9.3% | 1.6% | -7.7% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.4% | 23.1% | 9.7% | 18.2% | 4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 10.4% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 14% | -4.0% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 5.4% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 15.1% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.1% | 30.8% | -2.3% | 33.8% | -3.0% |
| Other | 5.6% | 1.3% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73.5% 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 | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 4% | 7.7% | 3.7% | 3.1% | 4.6% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 6.1% | 5.8% | -0.3% | 2.5% | 3.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.9% | 3.7% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 2.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 79.1% | 73.5% | -5.6% | 81.4% | -7.9% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 80.1% 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 | 84.4% | 80.1% | -4.3% | 83.2% | -3.1% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 7.4% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 6.3% | 6.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | 3.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 4.2% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.1% | 80.1% | -4.0% | 83.2% | -3.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 11.1% | 10.3% | 9.8% | 1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 4.8% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.8% | 2.4% | -2.4% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 9% | 1.6% | -7.4% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.9% | 76.7% | 2.2% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.4% | 37.2% | 1.2% |
| Christian | 47.6% | 46.2% | 1.4% |
| Hindu | 4% | 1.7% | 2.3% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 6.6% | 6.5% | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 1.3% | 6.0% | -4.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fripp Gardens was 37.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.6% lower than the Loughton & Shenley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fripp Gardens has the 24th lowest crime rate of 75 local areas in Loughton & Shenley and the 265th lowest crime rate of 855 local areas in Milton Keynes .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 21.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Fripp Gardens, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Terraced, an established residential building | £378,000 | 2022-07-29 | £402,336 |
| 3 Fripp Gardens, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Terraced, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2022-05-19 | £408,910 |
| 7 Fripp Gardens, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Detached, an established residential building | £322,500 | 2019-08-07 | £408,238 |
| 3 Fripp Gardens, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Terraced, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2018-05-30 | £439,106 |
| 4 Fripp Gardens, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Terraced, an established residential building | £319,950 | 2017-01-23 | £422,070 |
MK8 0NU 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 128 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 22 |
| Information and communication | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ the Sower Ecumenical Primary School Singleton Drive , Grange Farm MK8 0PZ | 1out of 4 | 455 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehouse Primary School Vaynol Way , Whitehouse MK8 1AG | 3out of 4 | 842 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmwood School Kensington Drive , Great Holm MK8 9AB | - not rated | 1,655 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashbrook School The High Street , Two Mile Ash MK8 8NA | - not rated | 1,688 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loughton Manor First School Paynes Drive , Loughton MK5 8FA | 4out of 4 | 1,799 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hazeley Academy Emperor Drive , Hazeley MK8 0PT | 3out of 4 | 654 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Watling Academy Barrosa Way , MK8 1EP | - not rated | 1,447 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Denbigh School Burchard Crescent , Shenley Church End MK5 6EX | 3out of 4 | 1,513 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenley Brook End School Walbank Grove , Shenley Brook End MK5 7ZT | 3out of 4 | 2,611 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic School Phoenix Drive , Leadenhall MK6 5EN | 3out of 4 | 4,258 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 4,372 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Walnuts School Admiral Drive , Hazeley MK8 0PU | 3out of 4 | 759 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakhill Secure Training Centre Chalgrove Field , Off Otterburn Crescent MK5 6AJ | - not rated | 1,077 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grove Independent School Redland Drive , Loughton MK5 8HD | - not rated | 2,637 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| SMK Gateway - Alternative Provision 1st Floor, The Point , 602 Midsummer Boulevard MK9 3GN | - not rated | 4,578 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milton Keynes Preparatory School Tattenhoe Lane , MK3 7EG | - not rated | 4,687 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simply Good Limited | 49 Singleton Drive | 313 yd | |
| The Grange | 132 Dunthorne Way | 313 yd | |
| SMC Pneumatics UK (TNS Catering) | Vincent Avenue | 948 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wok Warrior | 45 Singleton Drive | 313 yd | |
| Ash's Fish & Chicken | 31 Singleton Drive | 313 yd | |
| Chettinad Snacks | 1 Simford Way | 1,008 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 130 Dunthorne Way | 313 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crownhill Sports Ground CROWNHILL SPORTS GROUND CROWNHILL SPORTS GROUND LENNON DRIVE | grass pitches | 586 yd |
| The Hazeley Academy EMPEROR DRIVE | grass pitches | 629 yd |
| Medbourne Pavilion PASCAL DRIVE | grass pitches | 795 yd |
| Oakhill Secure Training Centre CHALGROVE FIELD | artificial grass pitch | 1,065 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.