Postcode report
MK13 8WX Area Guide - Schools, Crime & Living in Milton Keynes
About MK13 8WX: area rating, property, schools and local change
MK13 8WX is a postcode in Central Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, South East, England. This postcode area guide brings together crime, schools, demographics, property prices, planning applications, HMO licences and roadworks near MK13 8WX, then scores the surrounding small area 68/100 - top 23% nationally across 8 matched LocaleIQ domains.
The strongest signals around MK13 8WX are local prosperity and health, while housing is the main area to examine before moving, renting or buying here. LocaleIQ uses these local signals as a practical area rating rather than a single raw statistic, so read the score alongside the detailed map layers and source records.
The demographic profile for MK13 8WX is based on Milton Keynes 015 Census 2021. It covers 5,603 residents, 1,731 people per square kilometre. The median age is around 40, helping show whether the area skews younger, family-sized or older. Housing tenure is 55% owner-occupied, 28% privately rented, 4% social rented, useful context for renters, buyers and landlords comparing the local property market. On the official England neighbourhood wellbeing index the area ranks in decile 8/10.
For property prices near MK13 8WX, LocaleIQ uses Land Registry sold-price evidence for the MK13 postcode district. The latest median sold price is £285k from 13 rolling sales. The Property tab separates flats, terraced, semi-detached and detached homes where enough sales exist.
Families checking schools near MK13 8WX can compare 6 state schools within one mile, including 3 rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted or the equivalent inspectorate. The Schools tab adds phase, school type, distance, rating and a dedicated school map so the education context is easier to judge.
The Kids & Clubs tab lists 4 nearby child-friendly activities by type, with age range, venue, distance and provider links where available.
For safety, the Crime tab breaks down recorded crime near MK13 8WX by category and map position. Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Use it with the LocaleIQ safety score because police data can lag and does not capture every local issue.
Local change around MK13 8WX is tracked through nearby planning permissions, HMO licensing and roadworks. This report currently shows 5 street-disruption records in the Planning tab, with dates, distance and source links. Large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.
FAQ
Common questions about MK13 8WX
Is MK13 8WX a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores the surrounding small area 68/100 (top 23% nationally). The report combines local records with wider official context, so use it as a decision aid rather than a single verdict.
What is crime like near MK13 8WX?
Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Crime data can lag real events; check the Crime tab for source labels and proxy notes.
What schools are near MK13 8WX?
6 open state schools are matched within 1 mile. The Schools tab lists distance, phase and rating where available.
Are there kids clubs or activities near MK13 8WX?
LocaleIQ currently matches 4 nearby child-friendly activities. The Kids & Clubs tab lists venue, distance, age range and provider links where available.
What demographics are available for MK13 8WX?
LocaleIQ matched MK13 8WX to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.
What are typical property prices in MK13 8WX?
The latest median sold price is £285k based on 13 Land Registry sales. The Property tab breaks down by property type and shows the recent trend.
Is there much building or roadworks around MK13 8WX?
LocaleIQ currently shows 5 roadworks records in this report. Open the Planning tab for individual records; large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.