City of Milton Keynes

Milton Keynes is a planned city in Buckinghamshire with a grid of roads connecting around 100 neighborhoods spread across the borough. Urban areas concentrate in the south with shops and services, while green spaces and open countryside define the northern regions.

The area transformed from farmland into a planned city in 1967, absorbing existing towns like Bletchley and Wolverton into the new development. This change was driven by the need to create housing and relieve overcrowding in nearby London.

The city center draws people with modern design and public art that shapes the everyday landscape. This architectural approach reflects the planning principles that continue to influence how residents move through and experience the place.

Direct rail connections to London and access to the M1 motorway make traveling to and from the city straightforward. The grid layout makes navigation easier once you arrive, with clear routes between different neighborhoods.

About a quarter of the land is made up of parks and woods, including Howe Park Wood and Oxley Mead, which are protected as Sites of Special Scientific Interest. These green areas provide residents and visitors with natural spaces embedded within the urban structure.

Location: Buckinghamshire

Inception: April 1, 1997

Capital city: Milton Keynes

Website: http://miltonkeynes.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 52.03333,-0.76667

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:44