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Location in BuckinghamshireBradwell Common sits where the marker shows within the county.

20,479
Population
7,511
Households
5 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£54,065
Avg. household income
524
Businesses
3,313
People per km²
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About Bradwell Common

Bradwell Common is a small settlement in Buckinghamshire, located within the MK13 postcode area. It lies to the west of the town of Milton Keynes and is part of the wider Bradwell parish. The area is characterised by a mix of residential housing and open countryside, with several local amenities including a village hall and a primary school. The common itself offers open green space, providing a recreational area for local residents. The surrounding landscape features a blend of woodland and grassland, contributing to a peaceful environment. The village is well-connected by road, with easy access to the A5 and A509, making it convenient for commuting. Bradwell Common retains a strong sense of community, with regular local events and activities organised throughout the year.

School Ratings in Bradwell Common

There are 136 schools in and around Bradwell Common. Stanton School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bradwell Common

The average property price is £366K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £236K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bradwell Common

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Vehicle crime is prevalent across Bradwell Common, with 100 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bradwell Common

Bradwell Common 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 Bradwell Common

There are 26 GP surgeries within three miles of Bradwell Common, the nearest being Central Milton Keynes Medical Centre (0.5 miles away).

Local Data for Bradwell Common

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Property Prices 1,978 sales

Average Price £366K
£2K , £32.02M
Detached £392K 480
Semi £271K 565
Terraced £236K 724
Flat £144K 136

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

83 Primary
12 Secondary
41 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 7
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the MK13 postcode area.

Summerfield School Primary Good 0.2 miles Conniburrow Children's Centre Good 0.3 miles Germander Park School Primary Good 0.3 miles The Robins Children's Centre Requires Improvement 0.5 miles Heelands School Primary Good 0.5 miles Priory Common School Primary Good 0.6 miles Bradwell Village School Primary Good 0.6 miles Southwood School Primary Good 0.6 miles Willow Park School Not applicable Good 0.7 miles Stantonbury School Secondary Requires Improvement 0.9 miles Downs Barn School Primary Good 0.9 miles The Webber Independent School Not applicable 1 miles

Household Income in Bradwell Common ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bradwell Common is approximately £54,065 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 £40,259. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bradwell Common £54,065
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £40,259.

Businesses in Bradwell Common ONS 2025

There are approximately 524 active businesses based in Bradwell Common, around 26 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 93% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 7 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

524 Total businesses
26 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 93%
Small, 10-49 5%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Bradwell Common IMD 2025

Bradwell Common 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.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
5/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
8/10
Children 0-15 20%
Working age 65%
Older 65+ 15%
4,120 Children (0-15) 20%
13,286 Working Age 65%
3,078 Older (65+) 15%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 34% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 20.3% 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 Bradwell Common 814 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Bradwell Common 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 289
Vehicle Crime 100
Anti-Social Behaviour 89
Criminal Damage & Arson 86
Public Order 64
Other Theft 56
Shoplifting 53
Drugs 26
Burglary 25
Other Crime 11
Robbery 5
Theft from Person 5
Weapons 3
Bicycle Theft 2
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Milton Keynes Central Train Station 0.9 miles
Wolverton Train Station 2 miles
Bletchley Train Station 3.9 miles
Aspley Guise Train Station 3.9 miles
Fenny Stratford Train Station 3.9 miles
Bow Brickhill Train Station 4.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Heelands 0.6 miles Bradwell 0.6 miles Conniburrow 0.6 miles Central Milton Keynes 0.9 miles Neath Hill 0.9 miles Stantonbury 1.2 miles Downhead Park 1.4 miles Fishermead 1.4 miles Wymbush 1.4 miles Great Holm 1.4 miles Loughton 1.4 miles Oldbrook 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Milton Keynes
Ward Wolverton
Constituency Milton Keynes North
Parish New Bradwell
Region South East

Home Ownership in Bradwell Common

Of the 8,245 households in and around Bradwell Common, 57% are owned, 21% are socially rented and 22% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 57% Social rented 21% Private rented 22%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bradwell Common.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bradwell Common

What is the population of Bradwell Common?
Bradwell Common has a population of approximately 20,479 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bradwell Common?
The average property in and around Bradwell Common sold for about £366,339, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 5% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bradwell Common a deprived area?
Bradwell Common sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Bradwell Common?
Bradwell Common is covered by the MK13 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Bradwell Common?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Bradwell Common, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bradwell Common?
The nearest railway station to Bradwell Common is Milton Keynes Central Train Station, about 0.9 miles away.

Streets in MK13 30 shown View all streets

A5 1 Abbey Road 4 Abbey Way 7 Abbots Close 1 Alston Drive 4 Althorpe Crescent 3 Amos Court 1 Arbrook Avenue 6 Arncliffe Drive 4 Atkins Close 1 Atterbrook 2 Audley Mead 1 Benwell Close 2 Bertram Close 1 Bishopstone 5 Blackwood Crescent 1 Bleasdale 1 Blundells Road 4 Booker Avenue 4 Bounty Street 1 Bradbury Close 1 Bradvue Crescent 2 Bradwell Common Boulevard 12 Bradwell Road 10 Brampton Court 1 Bransgill Court 1 Bridge Street 1 Bridgeway 1 Bridle Close 1 Brill Place 5

Postcodes in MK13 50 shown View all postcodes

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