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Willen & Downhead Park

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About

Willen & Downhead Park is a residential area in Milton Keynes, known for its proximity to Willen Lake, a popular recreational spot. The area features a mix of housing, including detached homes and modern developments, with easy access to green spaces. Local amenities include schools, shops, and community facilities, catering to families and professionals.

The parkland and lakeside setting provide opportunities for walking, cycling, and water sports. Nearby transport links, including the M1 motorway, offer convenient connections to central Milton Keynes and beyond. The area balances suburban living with access to nature, making it a practical choice for those seeking a quieter environment.

Area overview

On average Willen & Downhead Park has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 55 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Willen & Downhead Park is £59,100 per year. There are 1 schools in Willen & Downhead Park: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
55
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
12.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Willen & Downhead Park Population
6,071
Population density
1,733.8 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,070
67.05%
Other White
485
7.99%
Indian
369
6.08%
African
236
3.89%
Other Asian
158
2.6%
Total population: 6,070

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
927
33.93%
Owns with a mortgage
770
28.18%
Private landlord or letting agency
387
14.17%
Shared ownership
331
12.12%
Social rents from council
156
5.71%
Total households: 2,732

Property prices in Willen & Downhead Park

Based on 68 recent sales, the median property price is £329,000 in Willen & Downhead Park area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £802,500.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Willen & Downhead Park in the 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 Willen & Downhead Park over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached23£480,000
Flats16£255,000
Semi-Detached26£314,000
Terraced3£325,000

10 years median price trend in Willen & Downhead Park

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Willen & Downhead Park.

All postcodes in Willen & Downhead Park

MK159LR

Ketton Close

MK158PT

Bec Lane

MK159AZ

Kirtlington

MK159HF

Willen Park Avenue

MK159JJ

The Hooke

MK145AN

Delaware Drive

MK145JF

Hainault Avenue

MK158PZ

Wavell Court

MK159AL

Colesbourne Drive

MK159EG

Brickhill Street

MK159JE

Millington Gate

MK159JH

Bates Close

MK145PX

Ashdown Close

MK159BP

Monks Way

MK159HG

Massie Close

MK159HH

Hobart Crescent

MK145SE

Willen & Downhead Park

MK147QJ

Pannier Place

MK147RA

Pastern Place

MK150BG

Brickhill Street

MK158PB

St Stephens Drive

MK159AD

The Hooke

MK159DQ

Whitsun Pasture

MK159HL

Dansteed Way

MK159JZ

The Hooke

MK145HN

Brickhill Street

MK158PN

Venables Lane

MK159AJ

Sandywell Drive

MK159AU

Colesbourne Drive

MK159DH

Hammond Crescent

MK159JA

Abraham Close

MK159JY

Japonica Lane

MK158PE

Bec Lane

MK158PS

Brickhill Street

MK159AF

Fairford Crescent

MK159BW

Hanwell Court

MK147RR

Downs Barn Boulevard

MK158JA

Michigan Drive

MK158QJ

Redvers Gate

MK159DA

Phillimore Close

MK159EZ

Drummound Hay

MK159JD

Thursby Close

MK147QP

Pannier Place

MK147RS

Saddlers Place

MK159BS

Cornbury Crescent

MK159EH

Sakura Walk

MK158BF

Michigan Drive

MK145BT

Yeomans Drive

MK145JA

Monks Way

MK147QQ

Downs Barn Boulevard

MK158HQ

Michigan Drive

MK158PG

Orne Gardens

MK159AE

Fairford Crescent

MK159AR

Cornbury Crescent

MK159EN

Gyosei Gardens

MK159JB

Peterborough Gate

MK147QD

Downs Barn Boulevard

MK158PJ

Venables Lane

MK147QT

Cantle Avenue

MK159BJ

Coberley Close

MK159ED

Brickhill Street

MK159HZ

Bates Close

MK159LA

Roslyn Court

MK158JH

Delaware Drive

MK159BN

Dansteed Way

MK159JQ

Peterborough Gate

MK145LZ

Yeomans Drive

MK147RH

Pastern Place

MK158HF

Delaware Drive

MK158PF

Bec Lane

MK159AG

Fairford Crescent

MK159HT

Millington Gate

MK159HU

Portland Drive

Data Sources

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