About Woburn Sands

Woburn Sands is a small town located in Buckinghamshire, England, within the MK17 postcode area. It lies approximately three miles from the larger town of Milton Keynes and is easily accessible via the A5130 road. The town is primarily residential, offering a range of local amenities including shops, cafes, and schools, catering to the needs of its community. The area is surrounded by countryside, providing opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. Woburn Sands is also close to Woburn Abbey and the Woburn Safari Park, which are popular attractions for families and visitors. The local railway station connects the town to nearby cities, making it a convenient base for exploring the wider region.

School Ratings in Woburn Sands

Woburn Sands is served by 77 schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Woburn Sands

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 Woburn Sands

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Woburn Sands, with 36 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Woburn Sands

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Woburn Sands 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 Woburn Sands

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Woburn Sands, 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

45 Primary
7 Secondary
25 Other
Fulbrook School Secondary Requires Improvement 0.5 miles Swallowfield Primary Primary 0.6 miles Aspley Guise Village School Primary 1.3 miles Bow Brickhill CofE VA Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Wavendon Gate School Primary Good 1.4 miles Walton High Secondary Good 1.6 miles St Mary's Wavendon CofE Primary Primary 1.7 miles Glebe Farm School All-through 1.7 miles Heronshaw School Primary Good 1.8 miles Heronsgate School Primary Good 1.8 miles Woburn Lower School Primary Good 2 miles Heronshill School and Nursery Primary 2.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Woburn Sands IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Woburn Sands 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 Woburn Sands 344 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Woburn Sands 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.

140 Violence & Sexual Offences
36 Shoplifting
32 Other Theft
29 Anti-Social Behaviour
28 Public Order
23 Criminal Damage & Arson
21 Vehicle Crime
15 Burglary
12 Drugs
6 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Thames Valley Danesborough and Walton 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 0.6 miles
Aspley Guise Train Station 1.8 miles
Bow Brickhill Train Station 1.8 miles
Ridgmont Train Station 2.8 miles
Fenny Stratford Train Station 2.8 miles
Bletchley Train Station 3.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Aspley Heath 0 yards Browns Wood 1.2 miles Bow Brickhill 1.4 miles Aspley Guise 1.4 miles Old Farm Park 1.4 miles Wavendon Gate 1.4 miles Lower End 1.4 miles Cross End 1.4 miles Woburn 1.8 miles Birchmoor Green 1.8 miles Brinklow 1.8 miles Wavendon 1.8 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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