Why move to Newport Pagnell?
Michael Graham has four offices covering central Milton Keynes and the surrounding towns and villages allowing us to offer extensive experience and expertise in all kinds of property. From modern newbuild homes in the centre of Milton Keynes to historic properties in Newport Pagnell, the best areas to live in Milton Keynes offer something for everyone. Whether you’re a family prioritising schools, a professional looking for good transport links, or someone who values community life and nature, our expert team here at Newport Pagnell will know the area that matches the lifestyle you’re after.
What makes Newport Pagnell a great place to live?
Traditional charm, modern convenience
Located in the north-eastern corner of Milton Keynes, Newport Pagnell is one of the most popular locations in the wider Milton Keynes area. A market town with a traditional high street, Newport Pagnell is also one of the oldest towns in Buckinghamshire. This blend of historic charm alongside modern convenience is one of the reasons Newport Pagnell is described as offering the best of both worlds to buyers of all ages.
Vibrant high street
If you’re looking for a traditional market town feel, Newport Pagnell’s high street is packed with independent shops, cafés, and artisan bakeries alongside everyday amenities like the Co-op, pharmacy, post office, doctors and dentists.
Eating out
For food lovers, there’s an ever-growing list of eateries to try, including Capadocia, a lively Turkish restaurant, Moores Fish & Chips, a long-established, family-run chippy loved by locals, The Swan Revived Hotel, a 15th-century coaching inn with modern British cuisine and a welcoming pub and The Cannon, a community pub that hosts quiz nights, live music, and charity events.
Excellent Schools
Families are particularly drawn to the area for its highly rated schools. Ousedale School, a secondary school with sixth form, is consistently ranked as one of the top-performing schools in Buckinghamshire. The town also offers excellent primary education through Tickford Park, Portfields, Green Park, and Cedars Primary Schools.
Connectivity
Newport Pagnell benefits from proximity to Milton Keynes and is close to the M1.
Green Spaces and Outdoor Lifestyle
Nature lovers and dog walkers will appreciate the town’s surrounding green spaces. From Bury Field Common, a vast open area perfect for walking and picnics, to the scenic Ouse Valley Park and riverside strolls, there are plenty of outdoor areas to enjoy. Willen Lake is a short drive or cycle away, offering water sports, playgrounds and a health and wellness centre, and is ideal for family weekends or evening walks.
New homes and future development
Newport Pagnell is evolving, with investment in new housing developments, schools, and community infrastructure. Several new build estates on the outskirts of the town offer stylish family homes, helping to attract a younger demographic to the area.
Popular areas to live in Newport Pagnell – with a selection of our properties currently for sale:
Newport Pagnell town
Newport Pagnell has a vibrant high street, and a local indoor swimming pool and a public library. Ousedale School is the secondary catchment school and primary schools are Green Park school, Portfields combined school, Cedars Primary school and Tickford Park Primary school.
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Blakelands
Just south of Newport Pagnell and close to Willen Lake, Blakelands offers a diverse range of housing types in a safe environment with a strong community spirit. The M1 and A421 are under 10 minutes’ away by car and The Webber Independent school is around 3 miles away.
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Great Linford
Located between Wolverton and Newport Pagnell, the Great Linford area is a historic village with an arts centre, a church, village hall, a cricket ground, and Marsh Drive community and sports centre. Central Milton Keynes, with its shopping centre and other amenities, is approximately 2 miles away.
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Oakridge Park
Popular with families and first-time buyers, this modern housing development is on the edge of Newport Pagnell. Detached, semi-detached and terraced family homes are available here, offering an attractive mix of a quiet location with good access to amenities and transport links.
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Stantonbury
A close neighbour to Newport Pagnell, Stantonbury is a large parish boasting plenty of green spaces, the Grand Union Canal, community hubs, and parks. The extensive leisure and shopping facilities of Central Milton Keynes are 2.5 miles away.
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Contact your local Newport Pagnell office
Whether you’re looking to sell your home in Newport Pagnell or buy a property in the area, our Michael Graham team have an office on St Johns Street, just down the hill from the high street in Newport Pagnell and would be delighted to help you find a property perfect for you.
