About Lower End

Lower End is a small village located in Buckinghamshire, England, within the MK17 postcode area. This area is primarily residential, characterised by its traditional English architecture and a peaceful atmosphere. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, providing opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. Local amenities include a few shops and a primary school, catering to the needs of the community. Lower End is conveniently situated near larger towns, offering residents access to more extensive services and facilities. The village's location makes it a suitable base for exploring the surrounding region, with various attractions and activities available nearby.

School Ratings in Lower End

Lower End is served by 65 schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Lower End

Property prices average £526K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £640K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Lower End

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Other theft accounts for the highest share in Lower End, with 28 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Lower End

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Lower End falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Lower End

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Lower End, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,111 sales

Average Price £526K
£500 — £76.51M
Detached £640K 2,126
Semi £388K 1,534
Terraced £338K 642
Flat £230K 512

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

38 Primary
5 Secondary
22 Other
St Mary's Wavendon CofE Primary Primary 0.6 miles Swallowfield Primary Primary 0.8 miles Fulbrook School Secondary Requires Improvement 1.1 miles Aspley Guise Village School Primary 1.2 miles Glebe Farm School All-through 1.5 miles Husborne Crawley Lower School Primary Good 1.8 miles Wavendon Gate School Primary Good 1.8 miles The Bridges Children's Centre Requires Improvement 2.2 miles Walton High Secondary Good 2.2 miles Heronshill School and Nursery Primary 2.4 miles Monkston Primary School Primary 2.5 miles Heronshaw School Primary Good 2.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Lower End IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Lower End in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,421 Children (0-15) 19%
27,526 Working Age 62%
11,242 Older (60+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 21.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.4% 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 Lower End 296 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Lower End is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

139 Violence & Sexual Offences
28 Other Theft
24 Criminal Damage & Arson
19 Anti-Social Behaviour
18 Vehicle Crime
17 Shoplifting
14 Drugs
13 Public Order
10 Burglary
4 Theft from Person
4 Other Crime
3 Robbery
2 Bicycle Theft
1 Weapons
Local Policing
Bedfordshire Flitwick, Ampthill, Marston and Cranfield 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

Woburn Sands Train Station 1 miles
Aspley Guise Train Station 1.9 miles
Ridgmont Train Station 1.9 miles
Bow Brickhill Train Station 2.9 miles
Lidlington Train Station 3.5 miles
Fenny Stratford Train Station 3.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Salford Ford 0.6 miles Hulcote 0.9 miles Aspley Guise 0.9 miles Cross End 1.2 miles Salford 1.2 miles Church End 1.4 miles Woburn Sands 1.4 miles Aspley Heath 1.4 miles Husborne Crawley 1.8 miles Brinklow 1.9 miles Wavendon 1.9 miles Old Farm Park 2 miles

Local Government

District Buckinghamshire
Ward Great Brickhill
Constituency Buckingham
Parish Newton Longville
Region South East

Streets in MK17 30 shown View all streets

A421 7 A5 2 Abbats Wood 1 Acker Bilk Drive 1 Ambridge Lane 2 Amy Grove 1 Appleacres 2 Applecroft 1 Asplands Close 4 Aspley Hill 5 Aspley Lane 1 Aspley Woods View 1 B4032 2 Badgers Holt 2 Bannister Drive 1 Barber Drive 1 Barker Grove 1 Bates Gardens 1 Battlesden Avenue 2 Bay Tree Close 1 Bedford Road 3 Bedford Street 8 Bel Air Grove 3 Bell Close 1 Bell Grove 1 Bellway 1 Belvedere Lane 1 Berry End 1 Berry Lane 2 Berry Way 2

Postcodes in MK17 50 shown View all postcodes

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