Index of Deprivation

The Indices of Multiple Deprivation 2015 are measures of deprivation for every small area in England. 9 small areas in Milton Keynes are in the 10% most deprived in England.

Key Facts

  • Milton Keynes has a local authority rank of 181, compared to 211 in 2010 and 212 in 2007 – where 1 is the most deprived.
  • Authorities ranked closely to Milton Keynes include Ryedale (184); Canterbury (183); Eden (182); South Somerset (180); North Warwickshire (179).
  • Milton Keynes has 9 lower super output areas that are in the 10% most deprived in England, compared to 7 in 2010. 6 in 2007 and 5 in 2004 index.
  • Milton Keynes has 21 lower super output areas that are in the 20% most deprived in England, compared to 18 in 2010, 15 in 2007 and 13 in the 2004 index.
  • 12 lower super output areas are in the 10% least deprived in England, compared to 17 in 2010, 14 in 2007 and 14 in the 2004 index.
  • 31 lower super output areas are in the 20% least deprived in England, compared to 51 in 2010, 49 in 2007 and 40 in the 2004 index.

More information can be viewed via the Council's MK Insight website.

Last Updated: 2 June 2019