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Hampton is in Great Holm, Milton Keynes and in Milton Keynes district. MK8 9BU is located in the Loughton & Shenley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Milton Keynes South. This postcode has been in use since 1984-10-01.

StreetScan combines information about Hampton, Great Holm, Milton Keynes, MK8 9BU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: MK8 9EP, MK8 9BT, MK8 9ER, MK8 9EH, MK8 9BX, MK8 9BS, MK8 9BP, MK8 9BY, MK8 9BW.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around MK8 9BU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female54.4%51.3%-3.1% 51.0% 0.3%
Male45.6%48.7%3.1% 49.0% -0.3%

Partnership Status

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 MK8 9BU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.4% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single31.3%25.2%-6.1% 37.9% -12.7%
Married: Opposite sex48%59.4%11.4% 44.2% 15.2%
Separated1.6%1.6%0.0% 2.2% -0.6%
Divorced12.1%9.8%-2.3% 9.1% 0.7%
Widowed7%3.9%-3.1% 6.1% -2.2%

Health

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 (88.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health48.7%51.6%2.9% 48.4% 3.2%
Good health37.7%36.7%-1.0% 33.6% 3.1%
Fair health10.4%9.3%-1.1% 12.7% -3.4%
Bad health2.5%2.4%-0.1% 4.0% -1.6%
Very bad health0.6%0%-0.6% 1.2% -1.2%

Education and Qualifications

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 MK8 9BU this area, 7.2% 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 47.6%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications12.1%7.2%-4.9% 18.2% -11.0%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 12.9%8.4%-4.5% 9.6% -1.2%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels15.2%15.2%0.0% 13.4% 1.8%
Apprenticeship2.7%3.2%0.5% 5.3% -2.1%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels16.8%12.8%-4.0% 16.9% -4.1%
Degree or Similar34.4%47.6%13.2% 33.8% 13.8%
Other5.9%5.6%-0.3% 2.8% 2.8%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 60.8% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Chinese3.2%2.1%-1.1% 0.7% 1.4%
Indian8.2%16.8%8.6% 3.1% 13.7%
Pakistani1.6%3.9%2.3% 2.7% 1.2%
Other Asian2.5%6.3%3.8% 1.6% 4.7%
Black African3.2%2.7%-0.5% 2.5% 0.2%
Black Caribbean0.9%1.2%0.3% 1.0% 0.2%
Other Black0.6%0.3%-0.3% 0.5% -0.2%
Mixed White and Asian0%1.5%1.5% 0.8% 0.7%
Mixed White and African0.3%0.6%0.3% 0.4% 0.2%
Mixed White and Caribbean0.9%0.3%-0.6% 0.9% -0.6%
Mixed Other0.3%1.8%1.5% 0.8% 1.0%
White78.2%60.8%-17.4% 81.4% -20.6%
Arab0%0.6%0.6% 0.6% 0.0%
Other0%1.2%1.2% 1.6% -0.4%

Country of Birth

In this area, 68.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom81.3%68.7%-12.6% 83.2% -14.5%
European Union1.9%7.5%5.6% 6.1% 1.4%
Rest of Europe0.6%0.3%-0.3% 0.8% -0.5%
Africa4.1%3.9%-0.2% 2.7% 1.2%
Middle East and Asia9.5%18.5%9.0% 5.6% 12.9%
The Americas and the Caribbean1.6%0.9%-0.7% 1.3% -0.4%
Oceania0.9%0.3%-0.6% 0.3% 0.0%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK80.4%68.7%-11.7% 83.2% -14.5%
10+ Years0.9%18.5%17.6% 9.8% 8.7%
5-10 Years1.6%6.6%5.0% 2.9% 3.7%
2-5 Years4.4%3%-1.4% 2.2% 0.8%
Less than 2 years12.7%3.3%-9.4% 1.9% 1.4%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom73% 76.7% -3.7%
Ireland0.9% 0.6% 0.3%
France0.3% 0.3% 0.0%
Germany0.9% 0.2% 0.7%
Portugal1.2% 0.5% 0.7%
Spain0.3% 0.4% -0.1%
Lithuania0.6% 0.3% 0.3%
Poland2.6% 1.3% 1.3%
Romania1.8% 0.9% 0.9%
Other EU countries0.3% 1.5% -1.2%
Other Europe0.6% 0.2% 0.4%
Central and Western Africa0.9% 0.3% 0.6%
Middle East0.3% 0.1% 0.2%
Eastern Asia1.5% 0.3% 1.2%
Southern Asia7% 1.2% 5.8%
South-East Asia0.6% 0.2% 0.4%
Oceania0.3% 0.1% 0.2%
No passport held7% 13.5% -6.5%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion31.3% 37.2% -5.9%
Christian37.3% 46.2% -8.9%
Buddhist0.6% 0.5% 0.1%
Hindu14.5% 1.7% 12.8%
Muslim6.6% 6.5% 0.1%
Sikh0.6% 0.9% -0.3%
Other religion1.2% 0.6% 0.6%
Not answered7.8% 6.0% 1.8%

Safety

Is Hampton Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hampton was 28.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.7% lower than the Bradwell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.

Hampton has the 12th lowest crime rate of 74 local areas in Bradwell and the 166th lowest crime rate of 855 local areas in Milton Keynes .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£63,600
Income Rank
10/10

Household Income in MK8 9BU, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Hampton are based on 56 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Milton Keynes.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Hampton, Great Holm, Milton Keynes, MK8 9BU

Estimated Average Property Prices for MK8 9BU

Average Price
£381,537
Semi-Detached
£354,756
Terraced
£424,971
Detached
£396,614
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Hampton

Average Price
£398,246
Semi-Detached
£377,323
Terraced
£394,928
Detached
£421,373
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on HamptonStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
28 Hampton, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes
Detached, an established residential building
£327,5002025-06-27 £330,686
2 Hampton, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£237,0002019-06-18 £307,571
28 Hampton, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes
Detached, an established residential building
£305,0002018-05-02 £380,975
32 Hampton, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£275,0002017-05-19 £354,686
20 Hampton, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£193,0002014-11-28 £315,928
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for MK8 9BU

Employment

MK8 9BU 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.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee113
Retired55
Part-Time Employee31
Self-Employed25
Unemployed8
Looking after home or family7
Other5
Student (economically inactive)4
Long-Term Sick or disabled3
Full-Time Student (with or without job)1

Employment Industry

Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles38
Education20
Human health and social work activities18
Manufacturing16
Information and communication13
Professional, scientific and technical activities13
Transport and storage13
Other10
Construction9
Administrative and support service activities9
Accommodation and food service activities8
Financial and insurance activities7
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security6
Real estate activities2

Schools

Nursery

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 4,635 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Loughton Manor First School
Paynes Drive , Loughton MK5 8FA
4out of 4 327 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Holmwood School
Kensington Drive , Great Holm MK8 9AB
- not rated 539 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
Loughton School
Bradwell Road , Loughton MK5 8DN
3out of 4 829 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Two Mile Ash School
The High Street , Two Mile Ash MK8 8LH
4out of 4 891 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Ashbrook School
The High Street , Two Mile Ash MK8 8NA
- not rated 1,070 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Denbigh School
Burchard Crescent , Shenley Church End MK5 6EX
3out of 4 1,077 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
The Hazeley Academy
Emperor Drive , Hazeley MK8 0PT
3out of 4 2,277 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Watling Academy
Barrosa Way , MK8 1EP
- not rated 2,339 yd Free schools No Mixed More About School
St Paul's Catholic School
Phoenix Drive , Leadenhall MK6 5EN
3out of 4 3,048 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
The Milton Keynes Academy
Fulwoods Drive , MK6 5LA
3out of 4 3,149 yd Academy sponsor led Not Applicable Mixed More About School

16 plus

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 3,077 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
The Grove Independent School
Redland Drive , Loughton MK5 8HD
- not rated 1,470 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
The Walnuts School
Admiral Drive , Hazeley MK8 0PU
3out of 4 2,429 yd Community special school No Mixed More About School
Oakhill Secure Training Centre
Chalgrove Field , Off Otterburn Crescent MK5 6AJ
- not rated 2,607 yd Secure units Not Applicable Mixed More About School
SMK Gateway - Alternative Provision
1st Floor, The Point , 602 Midsummer Boulevard MK9 3GN
- not rated 2,892 yd Other independent school No Mixed More About School
Bridge Academy
Jonathans , Coffee Hall MK6 5DE
3out of 4 3,750 yd Academy alternative provision converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Kam Tong GardenKam Tong Restaurant, Attingham Hill155 yd
The Grumpy CookThe Pavilion, Linceslade Grove253 yd
Macintyre Coffee Shop54 Haddon289 yd
National Badminton CentreNational Badminton Centre, 96 Bradwell Road704 yd
Talbot InnThe Talbot Inn, 33 London Road737 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The KensingtonKensington Drive377 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
+234 Limited21 Darin Court641 yd
Dragon Bay26a Darin Court642 yd
Hong Kong Cottage26a Darin Court642 yd
Chunkeez26b Darin Court642 yd
Wingers25 Darin Court647 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Sainsbury Supermarket2 Engaine Drive786 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Loughton Sports Ground
LINCESLADE GROVE
grass pitches383 yd
The National Badminton Centre
BADMINTON CENTRE BADMINTON CENTRE BRADWELL ROAD
health and fitness suite701 yd
Loughton School
BRADWELL ROAD
grass pitches721 yd
Bourton Mill Health & Leisure Club (Milton Keynes) (Closed)
Engaine Drive
health and fitness suite, swimming pool792 yd
Shenley Leisure Centre
BURCHARD CRESCENT
artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts936 yd
Denbigh School
BURCHARD CRESCENT
artificial grass pitch, grass pitches1,009 yd
Two Mile Ash School
THE HIGH STREET
grass pitches1,013 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed79.7 Mbit/s
Average download speed78.8 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed136.01 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed136.01 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed17.4 Mbit/s
Average upload speed16.2 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed20 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.