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About Blakelands
Blakelands is a small settlement located in Buckinghamshire, within the MK14 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of Milton Keynes, situated on the edge of the Chiltern Hills. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of modern housing developments and some older properties. The surrounding landscape features open fields and woodland, offering a quiet environment for local residents. While not a large community, Blakelands has a sense of local character, with nearby amenities including schools, shops, and public transport links to Milton Keynes and other nearby towns. The area benefits from good access to the M1 motorway and the A5 road, making it convenient for commuting. Blakelands is part of the wider Milton Keynes urban area, though it retains a distinct rural feel in parts.
School Ratings in Blakelands
There are 113 schools in and around Blakelands. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Blakelands
The average property price is £354K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £258K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blakelands
Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Blakelands, with 114 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Blakelands
Blakelands sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Healthcare in Blakelands
There are 14 GP surgeries within three miles of Blakelands, the nearest being Blakelands Hospital (0.1 miles away).
Local Data for Blakelands
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Property Prices 2,085 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the MK14 postcode area.
Household Income in Blakelands ONS 2023
The average total household income in Blakelands is approximately £55,559 a year before tax, in line with the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £41,340. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £41,340.
Businesses in Blakelands ONS 2025
There are approximately 984 active businesses based in Blakelands, around 53 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 85% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 38 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Blakelands IMD 2025
Blakelands sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Crime in Blakelands 818 crimes · May 2026
Blakelands sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Blakelands
Of the 7,209 households in and around Blakelands, 56% are owned, 22% are socially rented and 21% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Blakelands.