Postcode Analysis Buckinghamshire, South East

JAMES ORCHARD, HP15 6DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for JAMES ORCHARD, HP15 6DQ.

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Population

330

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 60,300 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: HP15 6DQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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10/10
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2/10
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3/10
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2/10
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9/10
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2/10
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10/10
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8/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. HP15 6DQ's low deprivation rank, 96% ownership, and £850k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £850k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 5.5% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

HP15 6DQ is a sought-after residential area on James Orchard, 0.6km from Spurlands End in Hazlemere. Administratively it sits within Penn Wood and Old Amersham ward and the Chesham and Amersham constituency.

For serious buyers, HP15 6DQ is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 96% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £850k, up 5.5% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for HP15 6DQ are sourced from Output Area E00089684 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HP15 6DQ. The average age is 44.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British88.2%
Asian / British Asian9.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 850,000

6 sales · Mean £ 864,166

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

HP15 6DQ has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences33
Other theft4
Criminal damage and arson3
Vehicle crime3
Possession of weapons2

school Local Schools

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Holmer Green First School and Pre-School

Good180 pupils0.2 km
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Holmer Green Senior School

Good1087 pupils0.5 km
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Holmer Green Junior School

Good250 pupils1.0 km
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Cedar Park School

Good218 pupils1.1 km
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Widmer End Community Combined School

Good212 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • J Walsh Newsagents0.7 km
  • Spar0.7 km
  • Widmer End Supermarket0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Holmer Green Royal British Legion Club0.5 km
  • The Earl Howe Public House0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Pop In Cafe0.9 km
  • The Pantry0.9 km
  • The Square Holmer Green0.6 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co Op0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Churchill's0.9 km
  • Cozy Fish & Chips Kebab0.9 km
  • Holmer Green Chilli0.6 km
  • Holmer Green Kebabs0.7 km
  • South Hill Fish and Chips0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Great Missenden4.2 km
  • High Wycombe4.8 km
  • Amersham6.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Copners Drive0.4 km
  • Copners Drive0.5 km
  • Sawpit Hill0.5 km
  • Sawpit Hill0.5 km