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About

Olney ward is located in the northeast of Milton Keynes, near the border with Northamptonshire. The area includes the historic market town of Olney, known for its traditional high street and weekly market. The River Great Ouse runs through the ward, providing green spaces and walking paths. Olney has a mix of older properties and newer developments, with a range of local shops, cafes, and independent businesses serving the community.

The ward has good transport links, with the A509 connecting it to Milton Keynes and nearby towns. Olney also has several schools, including Olney Infant Academy and Ousedale School, catering to different age groups. The area hosts annual events like the Olney Pancake Race, which attracts visitors. With its blend of rural charm and modern amenities, Olney ward offers a balance of convenience and quieter living.

Area overview

On average Olney has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 40 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Olney is £56,444 per year. There are 6 schools in Olney: 6 primary (2 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Olney Population

12,437

Population density

99.2 per km²

Demographics

British

11,332

91.1%

Other White

365

2.93%

Irish

164

1.32%

African

105

0.84%

Indian

101

0.81%

Total population: 12,439

Housing

Owns outright

2,221

41.73%

Owns with a mortgage

1,649

30.98%

Private landlord or letting agency

853

16.03%

Social rents from council

276

5.19%

Other social rented

148

2.78%

Total households: 5,322

Property prices in Olney

Based on 211 recent sales, the median property price is £422,500 in Olney area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £1,400,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Olney over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	100	£545,000	£360,000	£438,750	£648,750	£871,563
Flats	10	£190,000	£117,500	£157,625	£277,000	£324,149
Semi-Detached	56	£378,750	£176,000	£308,938	£445,750	£638,125
Terraced	45	£315,000	£206,000	£265,000	£350,000	£526,000

10 years median price trend in Olney

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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