We have collated a series of socio-economic statistics for Springfield in Milton Keynes from UK government sources such as the 2021 Census and the Index of Multiple Deprivation. They should give you a broad snapshot of the area and the surrounding locations. Are the residents of Springfield older than the national average or younger? What is the population of Springfield and Milton Keynes? Is Springfield an unemployment hotspot? This page should provide you with the answers.
Springfield Unemployment Statistics
Since the introduction of Universal Credit, The Department for Work & Pensions have not issued any statistics (in our view) that can be used to ascertain the levels of unemployment or under employment in the UK, just meaningless geographic counts. However, the Office of National Statistics does publish claimant counts of people receiving out of work benefits, be that legacy Jobseeker’s Allowance or Universal Credit as a proportion of people over 16. These figures are usually updated once a month and are for Local Authority Districts and Unitary Authority Districts. So below are the figures of Milton Keynes.| Area | Unemployed | Yearly Change |
|---|---|---|
| Milton Keynes | 3.7% | 0% |
| South East | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| England | 3.8% | -0.3% |
| UK | 3.7% | -0.3% |
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS), Last Retrieved: March 2023
| Economic Status | Proportion |
|---|---|
| In Employment | 54.36% |
| In Part-Time Work | 26.82% |
| Unemployed | 7.8% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Springfield Education Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census to found of the level of education Springfield residents have in terms of formal qualifications as a percentage. The UK government breaks qualifications down into 7 levels. A detailed explanation of these levels can be found here. However, the Census groups these into just 4 \'levels\'. Here are some examples of the qualifications each census level represents when not stated;
- Level 1 - GCSE grades D, E, F, or G & below
- Level 2 - GCSE A*, A, B, C or O Level grades A, B or C
- Level 3 - A or AS qualification at any grade
- Level 4 - HNC, Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree or Phd
| Level | Woughton & Fishermead | England |
|---|---|---|
| No Qualifications | 26.6% | 18.08% |
| Level 1 | 14.41% | 9.69% |
| Level 2 | 14.31% | 13.32% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.47% | 5.32% |
| Level 3 | 12.31% | 16.92% |
| Level 4 | 24.05% | 33.92% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How many residents own or rent their home in Springfield and Milton Keynes
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census and calculated what proportion of people in Springfield either own or rent their home. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. 24.88 of residents own their home either outright or mortgaged. 75.12 of Springfield residents rent their home either privately or through a social landlord.| Area | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|
| Woughton & Fishermead | 24.88% | 75.12% |
| Milton Keynes | 54.77% | 45.23% |
| South East | 65.66% | 34.34% |
| England | 61.31% | 38.69% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Springfield has a significantly lower level of home ownership than the national average. This is indicative or an economically deprived area.
Springfield compared to other wards in Milton Keynes
| # | Ward | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope | 75.34% | 24.66% |
| 2 | Olney | 72.72% | 27.28% |
| 3 | Newport Pagnell South | 69.06% | 30.94% |
| 4 | Bletchley West | 63.64% | 36.36% |
| 5 | Stony Stratford | 63.01% | 36.99% |
| 6 | Danesborough & Walton | 61.72% | 38.28% |
| 7 | Bletchley Park | 60.57% | 39.43% |
| 8 | Tattenhoe | 58.42% | 41.58% |
| 9 | Stantonbury | 55.69% | 44.31% |
| 10 | Loughton & Shenley | 55.44% | 44.56% |
| 11 | Wolverton | 54.93% | 45.07% |
| 12 | Campbell Park & Old Woughton | 54.36% | 45.64% |
| 13 | Broughton (Milton Keynes) | 53.24% | 46.76% |
| 14 | Bletchley East | 52.37% | 47.63% |
| 15 | Shenley Brook End | 50.82% | 49.18% |
| 16 | Bradwell (Milton Keynes) | 48.08% | 51.92% |
| 17 | Monkston | 47.18% | 52.82% |
| 18 | Central Milton Keynes | 30.23% | 69.77% |
| 19 | Woughton & Fishermead | 24.88% | 75.12% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Springfield & Milton Keynes Immigration Statistics
We have analysed the Census 2021 raw data on country of birth and compiled immigration statistics as percentages of the population. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. Below are the figures for Springfield in the Milton Keynes local area district.
| Area | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|
| Woughton & Fishermead | 63.13% | 36.87% |
| Milton Keynes | 74.28% | 25.72% |
| South East | 84.24% | 15.76% |
| England | 82.65% | 17.35% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Springfield compared to other wards in Milton Keynes
| # | Ward | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Central Milton Keynes | 52.15% | 47.85% |
| 2 | Woughton & Fishermead | 63.13% | 36.87% |
| 3 | Broughton | 65.06% | 34.94% |
| 4 | Campbell Park & Old Woughton | 68.22% | 31.78% |
| 5 | Tattenhoe | 70.83% | 29.17% |
| 6 | Monkston | 71.39% | 28.61% |
| 7 | Loughton & Shenley | 71.62% | 28.38% |
| 8 | Shenley Brook End | 72.98% | 27.02% |
| 9 | Bradwell | 73.61% | 26.39% |
| 10 | Bletchley East | 75.03% | 24.97% |
| 11 | Stantonbury | 75.7% | 24.3% |
| 12 | Stony Stratford | 76.95% | 23.05% |
| 13 | Bletchley Park | 78.02% | 21.98% |
| 14 | Wolverton | 78.43% | 21.57% |
| 15 | Bletchley West | 79.79% | 20.21% |
| 16 | Danesborough & Walton | 82.14% | 17.86% |
| 17 | Newport Pagnell South | 87.27% | 12.73% |
| 18 | Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope | 90.49% | 9.51% |
| 19 | Olney | 92.19% | 7.81% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Springfield Health Statistics
Woughton & Fishermead has a lower proportion of residents (very_good_pc-$ward_health->very_good_pc, 2)%) describing their health as very good than the national average for England.| Area | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woughton & Fishermead | 46.93% | 33.13% | 13.09% | 5.03% | 1.81% |
| Milton Keynes | 51.08% | 33.72% | 11.05% | 3.22% | 0.93% |
| South East | 49.98% | 34.01% | 11.77% | 3.31% | 0.93% |
| England | 48.49% | 33.71% | 12.65% | 3.98% | 1.17% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How has the health of residents in Milton Keynes changed since 2011?
Milton Keynes residents who describe their health as either good or very good has decreased by 0.25% between the 2011 and 2021 census.| Year | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 50.17% | 34.88% | 10.82% | 3.2% | 0.94% |
| 2021 | 51.08% | 33.72% | 11.05% | 3.22% | 0.93% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2011/2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What are the occupations of the residents of Springfield?
The largest employment sector in Springfield is Elementary Occupations. The smallest employment sector is Managers, Directors & Senior Officials.| Sector | Proportion |
|---|---|
| Elementary Occupations | 28.37% |
| Caring, leisure & Other Services | 11.85% |
| Professional Occupations | 11.41% |
| Process Plant & Machine Operatives | 10.4% |
| Associate Professional & Technical | 8.26% |
| Skilled Trades | 7.68% |
| Administrative & Secretarial | 6.63% |
| Managers, Directors & Senior Officials | 5.34% |
Springfield Age Distribution Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 Census and the calculated the proportion of age groups in Woughton & Fishermead.| Age Band | Proportion |
|---|---|
| 4 & under |  |
| 5 - 9 years | |
| 10 - 15 years | |
| 16 - 19 years | |
| 20 - 24 years | |
| 25 - 34 years | |
| 35 - 49 years | |
| 50 - 64 years | |
| 65 - 74 years | |
| 75 - 84 years | |
| 85 years & over | |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What is the population of Springfield and Milton Keynes?
The table below contains the populations figures for each ward in Milton Keynes including Springfield. These population ONS figures are estimated are dated Mid 2020.
| Ward | Population |
|---|---|
| Bletchley East | 15634 |
| Bletchley Park | 14959 |
| Bletchley West | 14496 |
| Bradwell | 12753 |
| Broughton | 18492 |
| Campbell Park & Old Woughton | 12897 |
| Central Milton Keynes | 16715 |
| Danesborough & Walton | 12540 |
| Loughton & Shenley | 16747 |
| Monkston | 13330 |
| Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope | 11609 |
| Newport Pagnell South | 11105 |
| Olney | 11438 |
| Shenley Brook End | 13448 |
| Stantonbury | 16066 |
| Stony Stratford | 11777 |
| Tattenhoe | 12237 |
| Wolverton | 15559 |
| Woughton & Fishermead | 18401 |
| Milton Keynes Total | 270203 |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Last updated: 20/02/2024, Additional Sources: Office for National Statistics & Department for Work & Pensions.
