South Row is in Milton Keynes and in Milton Keynes district. MK9 1BL is located in the Central Milton Keynes electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Milton Keynes North. This postcode has been in use since 2014-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about South Row, Milton Keynes, MK9 1BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: MK5 8FD, MK9 1BS, MK5 8BU, MK5 8FJ, MK5 8FF, MK5 8FB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding MK9 1BL is primarily male, with 54.4% 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 | 46.8% | 45.6% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -5.4% |
| Male | 53.2% | 54.4% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 5.4% |
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 MK9 1BL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 67.8% 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 | 63.9% | 67.8% | 3.9% | 37.9% | 29.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 21.1% | 20.8% | -0.3% | 44.2% | -23.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 5.3% | 4.7% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 5.9% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
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.
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 | 57.1% | 58.7% | 1.6% | 48.4% | 10.3% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 29.7% | -3.6% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 8.3% | 9.2% | 0.9% | 12.7% | -3.5% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 MK9 1BL this area, 6.4% 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 62.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.5% | 6.4% | -1.1% | 18.2% | -11.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 6% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.8% | 10.2% | 0.4% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18% | 11.5% | -6.5% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 45.1% | 62.1% | 17.0% | 33.8% | 28.3% |
| Other | 6.8% | 1.3% | -5.5% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 63.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.9% | 3.2% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 2.5% |
| Indian | 8.3% | 8.8% | 0.5% | 3.1% | 5.7% |
| Pakistani | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 4.2% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 2.6% |
| Black African | 10.9% | 6% | -4.9% | 2.5% | 3.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.6% | 3.5% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.6% |
| Mixed Other | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 67.3% | 63.2% | -4.1% | 81.4% | -18.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 2.3% |
In this area, 59.7% 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 | 67.3% | 59.7% | -7.6% | 83.2% | -23.5% |
| European Union | 14.7% | 11.3% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 7.7% | 6% | -1.7% | 2.7% | 3.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.3% | 16.3% | 8.0% | 5.6% | 10.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 5.7% | 5.1% | 1.3% | 4.4% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 66.7% | 59.7% | -7.0% | 83.2% | -23.5% |
| 10+ Years | 5.1% | 7.4% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.5% | 6% | 1.5% | 2.9% | 3.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 14.1% | 13.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 11.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.6% | 13.4% | 3.8% | 1.9% | 11.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.5% | 76.7% | -19.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 3.9% | 1.5% | 2.4% |
| Turkey | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2.5% | 0.2% | 2.3% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 4.3% | 0.3% | 4.0% |
| Southern Asia | 7.9% | 1.2% | 6.7% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Central and South America | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.2% | 37.2% | 11.0% |
| Christian | 34.9% | 46.2% | -11.3% |
| Hindu | 6.7% | 1.7% | 5.0% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Row was 2742.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 3632.3% higher than the Broughton average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
South Row has the 3rd highest crime rate of 111 local areas in Broughton and the 4th highest crime rate of 855 local areas in Milton Keynes .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 896.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Planet Ice South Row, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Other, an established residential building | £4,125,000 | 2017-01-16 | £4,769,683 |
| Planet Ice South Row, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Other, an established residential building | £1,200,000 | 2016-01-05 | £1,489,029 |
MK9 1BL 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 | 163 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Retired | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 3,245 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldbrook First School Illingworth Place , Oldbrook MK6 2NH | 3out of 4 | 1,231 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Loughton Manor First School Paynes Drive , Loughton MK5 8FA | 4out of 4 | 1,278 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerfield School Downley Avenue , Bradwell Common MK13 8PG | 3out of 4 | 1,528 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glastonbury Thorn School Pigott Drive , Shenley Church End MK5 6BX | 4out of 4 | 1,559 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Catholic School Phoenix Drive , Leadenhall MK6 5EN | 3out of 4 | 1,612 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Denbigh School Burchard Crescent , Shenley Church End MK5 6EX | 3out of 4 | 1,619 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Milton Keynes Academy Fulwoods Drive , MK6 5LA | 3out of 4 | 1,668 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenley Brook End School Walbank Grove , Shenley Brook End MK5 7ZT | 3out of 4 | 3,336 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hazeley Academy Emperor Drive , Hazeley MK8 0PT | 3out of 4 | 3,346 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 | 1,599 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 | 4,759 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kents Hill Park all-through school Kents Hill Park , Kents Hill MK7 6BZ | - not rated | 5,049 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 | 654 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| SMK Gateway - Alternative Provision 1st Floor, The Point , 602 Midsummer Boulevard MK9 3GN | - not rated | 1,653 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridge Academy Jonathans , Coffee Hall MK6 5DE | 3out of 4 | 2,335 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Redway School Farmborough , Netherfield MK6 4HG | 3out of 4 | 3,081 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Walnuts School Admiral Drive , Hazeley MK8 0PU | 3out of 4 | 3,512 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Planet Ice | Leisure Plaza, South Row | 29 yd | |
| Sizzling Grillz | 600 Elder Gate | 247 yd | |
| Winter Night Shelter - Food Provision and Community Club | 401 Elder Gate | 293 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 5 Station House, 500 Elder Gate | 384 yd | |
| Giardino 14 Coffee | 302 Elder Gate | 384 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wetherspoons | 201 Midsummer Boulevard | 760 yd | |
| Slug & Lettuce | Manhatten House, 401 Witan Gate | 868 yd | |
| Blossom Room | Staten House, 4 Mortimer Square | 927 yd | |
| Be At One Limited | 25 Mortimer Square | 927 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | Pheonix House, Unit 1 Elder Gate | 263 yd | |
| Pret A Manger | Unit 4 Milton Keynes Station | 333 yd | |
| Subway Restaurant | 500 Elder Gate | 384 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 15 Duckworth Court | 786 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 6 Duckworth Court | 797 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 6 Station House, 500 Elder Gate | 384 yd | |
| Lidl | Oldbrook Boulevard | 697 yd | |
| Tesco | Units 4-5, Oldbrook Boulevard | 817 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Unit C/D/D1, The Place Retail Park, Elder Gate | 828 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 799 Witan Gate East | 854 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Planet Ice Milton Keynes SOUTH ROW | ice rinks | 0 yd |
| Milton Keynes Lions Arena (Closed) Snowdon Drive | 308 yd | |
| The Gym (Milton Keynes) PHOENIX HOUSE PHOENIX HOUSE ELDER GATE | health and fitness suite | 493 yd |
| Knowlhill Sports Ground (Closed) Davy Avenue | grass pitches | 596 yd |
| Sport Central SPORT CENTRAL SPORT CENTRAL ELDER GATE | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 716 yd |
| Snap Fitness (Milton Keynes) (Closed) The Vizion (opposite The Hub) The Vizion (opposite The Hub) South Row | health and fitness suite | 854 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Milton Keynes) SNOWDON DRIVE | health and fitness suite | 1,063 yd |
| Pure Gym (Milton Keynes) THE LEARNING HOUSE THE LEARNING HOUSE SNOWDON DRIVE | health and fitness suite | 1,076 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.