Area Guide – Milton Keynes (MK)

Living in Milton Keynes (MK)

Crime levels in Milton Keynes (MK) are around the England average, several well-rated schools nearby, local rail access nearby, recent local sales data is available, flood risk is generally low across much of the area, though street-level conditions can vary. Air quality is broadly good, though conditions may vary by street.

At a glance

Quick answers about living in Milton Keynes (MK)

Is Milton Keynes (MK) a good place to live?

Milton Keynes (MK) has crime levels close to the England average, several well-rated schools nearby and local rail access.

Are there good schools in Milton Keynes (MK)?

Yes. 30 schools within 2 mi — 17 Good (Ofsted).

What should buyers or renters check street by street in Milton Keynes (MK)?

Flood risk, train noise and air quality can vary by street, so these should be checked using the relevant maps and local tools before choosing a property.

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shield Crime Around England average (91 vs 81 per 1,000)

school Schools 30 schools within 2 mi — 17 Good (Ofsted)

**About Ofsted inspection information:** Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying newer Ofsted report cards will be added to school summary pages in a future update.
School	Type	Ofsted	Distance
Jubilee Wood Primary School	Primary	Good	0.6 mi
Penwith School	Primary	Not rated	0.6 mi
Meadfurlong School	Primary	Not rated	0.6 mi
Germander Park School	Primary	Good	0.6 mi
Summerfield School	Primary	Good	0.6 mi
Oldbrook First School and Nursery	Primary	Good	0.6 mi
The Willows School and Early Years Centre	Primary	Good	0.8 mi
Southwood School	Primary	Good	0.8 mi
Orchard Academy	Primary	Good	0.9 mi
Orchard School	Primary	Not rated	0.9 mi
Milton Keynes College	16 plus	Not rated	0.9 mi
The Milton Keynes Academy	Secondary	Requires Improvement	0.9 mi
Sir Frank Markham Community School	Secondary	Not rated	0.9 mi
Downs Barn School	Primary	Good	1.0 mi
Falconhurst School	Primary	Good	1.0 mi
St Paul's Catholic School	Secondary	Good	1.0 mi
Heelands School	Primary	Good	1.1 mi
Shepherdswell School	Primary	Not rated	1.1 mi
Shepherdswell Academy	Primary	Good	1.1 mi
Bradwell Village School	Primary	Good	1.2 mi
Priory Common School	Primary	Good	1.2 mi
St Monica's Catholic Primary School	Primary	Good	1.3 mi
Cornhill First School	Primary	Not rated	1.4 mi
Loughton Manor First School	Primary	Good	1.4 mi
Loughton School	Primary	Not rated	1.4 mi
Stantonbury School	Secondary	Requires Improvement	1.5 mi
Brooksward Middle School	Middle deemed primary	Not rated	1.5 mi
Brooksward First School	Primary	Not rated	1.5 mi
Brooksward School	Primary	Good	1.5 mi
Stantonbury Campus	Secondary	Not rated	1.5 mi

directions_railway Transport Rail access via Milton Keynes Central Rail Station

Station	Distance
Milton Keynes Central Rail Station	0.8 mi

water Flood risk Flood risk is generally low across much of the area — check the flood map for street-level detail

volume_up Train noise Railway noise may affect streets closer to rail lines — use the noise map to check specific locations

air Air quality Good air quality (PM2.5: 7.4 µg/m³) — conditions vary by street

payments House prices Median sold price (12 mo): £345,000 across 2,756 sales

local_hospital Healthcare 24 GP surgeries within 2 miles, with A&E hospitals within easy reach

Name	Type	Distance
FISHERMEAD MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
CENTRAL MK MEDICAL PRACTICE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 3	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
EAST:MK PCN	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
CENTRAL MK MEDICAL PRACTICE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
CENTRAL MILTON KEYNES MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
CENTRAL MK MEDICAL PRACTICE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
THE SAXON CLINIC	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
BUCKINGHAMSHIRE AND MILTON KEYNES BOWEL CANCER SCREENING CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.4 mi
MK URGENT CARE SERVICES OOH	GP Surgery	1.4 mi
CNWL-MK MEDICAL PRESCRIBER	GP Surgery	1.4 mi
MK CHILDREN'S PRIMARY CARE TEAM	GP Surgery	1.4 mi
MKGP ACCESS	GP Surgery	1.4 mi
MK COMMUNITY PAEDATRICS	GP Surgery	1.4 mi
NEATH HILL HEALTH CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
SOVEREIGN MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
PURBECK HEALTH CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.6 mi
THE GROVE SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.6 mi
WATLING STREET PRACTICE @ SHENLEY CHURCH END	GP Surgery	1.6 mi
WATLING STREET PRACTICE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
WATLING STREET PRACTICE @ GREAT HOLM	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
MK ENT SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
PCOC GASTROENTEROLOGY SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
ASHFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
WILLEN VILLAGE SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
MILTON KEYNES UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL	A&E Hospital	1.4 mi