About Astwood

Astwood is a small settlement located in Buckinghamshire, within the MK16 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment, with a mix of detached homes and modest housing developments. While not a large community, Astwood offers a sense of tranquillity and is well-connected to nearby towns such as Milton Keynes and Bletchley via local roads. The village is part of the wider Milton Keynes urban area, benefiting from proximity to transport links and amenities without the density of a major town. Residents enjoy a suburban lifestyle with easy access to green spaces and local facilities.

School Ratings in Astwood

Families in Astwood have access to 27 local schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Astwood

Homes sell for an average of £379K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £332K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Astwood

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Astwood, with 12 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Astwood

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Astwood around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Astwood

Broadband services in Astwood range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,564 sales

Average Price £379K
£6K — £15.66M
Detached £537K 647
Semi £332K 774
Terraced £282K 748
Flat £189K 297

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

15 Primary
4 Secondary
8 Other
North Crawley CofE School Primary Good 2.5 miles Newton Blossomville Church of England School Primary Outstanding 3.1 miles Holywell School Middle deemed secondary Good 3.2 miles Wootton Upper School Secondary 3.2 miles Turvey Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Cranfield Church of England Academy Primary Good 3.4 miles Cranfield University Good 3.5 miles Wootton Primary School Primary 3.6 miles Kempston Rural Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles Bluebells Family Hub (Bedford Borough) 3.9 miles Bromham CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles Sherington Church of England School Primary Good 4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Astwood IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Astwood are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
7/10
6,565 Children (0-15) 21%
18,426 Working Age 60%
7,335 Older (60+) 24%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.8% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Astwood 102 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Astwood is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

33 Violence & Sexual Offences
12 Anti-Social Behaviour
11 Criminal Damage & Arson
11 Shoplifting
10 Public Order
8 Vehicle Crime
7 Other Theft
6 Burglary
1 Drugs
1 Weapons
1 Robbery
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Thames Valley Rural Milton Keynes Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Stewartby Train Station 4.6 miles
Kempston Hardwick Train Station 5.2 miles
Millbrook (Bedfordshire) Train Station 5.4 miles
Lidlington Train Station 5.6 miles
Bedford Train Station 5.6 miles
Bedford St Johns Train Station 5.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hardmead 1.2 miles Stagsden West End 1.2 miles North End 1.8 miles East End 2 miles Bourne End 2 miles Stagsden 2.2 miles Wootton Bourne End 2.2 miles Up End 2.2 miles Little Crawley 2.2 miles Kempston West End 2.5 miles Broad Green 2.5 miles Gossard's Green 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Milton Keynes
Ward Newport Pagnell South
Constituency Milton Keynes North
Parish Newport Pagnell
Region South East

Streets in MK16 30 shown View all streets

Addenbrookes Road 3 Alexandra Drive 2 Anchor Court 1 Annesley Road 10 Ash Hill Road 1 Auden Close 1 Avon Close 2 B526 4 Bakers Close 1 Bakers View 1 Barnsbury Gardens 2 Bassett Court 1 Beaconsfield Place 3 Bedford Road 2 Bedlam Lane 1 Beech Road 1 Berkeley Close 1 Blythe Close 1 Bowes Close 1 Bramley Meadows 1 Broad Street 3 Brockwell 2 Brook End 2 Browning Close 1 Bryans Crescent 1 Burdock Court 1 Burgess Gardens 3 Burns Close 1 Bury Avenue 2 Bury Street 5

Postcodes in MK16 50 shown View all postcodes

MK16 0AD MK16 0AE MK16 0AG MK16 0AH MK16 0AN MK16 0AP MK16 0AQ MK16 0AR MK16 0AS MK16 0AT MK16 0AU MK16 0AW MK16 0AX MK16 0AY MK16 0AZ MK16 0BA MK16 0BB MK16 0BD MK16 0BE MK16 0BG MK16 0BH MK16 0BJ MK16 0BL MK16 0BN MK16 0BP MK16 0BQ MK16 0BS MK16 0BT MK16 0BU MK16 0BW MK16 0BX MK16 0BY MK16 0BZ MK16 0DA MK16 0DB MK16 0DD MK16 0DE MK16 0DF MK16 0DG MK16 0DH MK16 0DJ MK16 0DL MK16 0DN MK16 0DP MK16 0DQ MK16 0DR MK16 0DS MK16 0DT MK16 0DU MK16 0DW