Postcode Analysis Buckinghamshire, South East

ROOK WOOD WAY, HP16 0DF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROOK WOOD WAY, HP16 0DF.

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Population

234

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 59,900 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HP16 0DF 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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2/10
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10/10
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3/10
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3/10
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3/10
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9/10
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6/10
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7/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, HP16 0DF combines high owner-occupation (74%), strong property values (£1.1M median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £1.1M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

HP16 0DF is a sought-after residential area on Rook Wood Way, 0.6km from Hunt's Green in Prestwood and Great Missenden. Administratively it sits within Great Missenden ward and the Chesham and Amersham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in HP16, HP16 0DF offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 74% 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 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.1M. 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 HP16 0DF are sourced from Output Area E00089657 (shared with 17 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 HP16 0DF. The average age is 45.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.8%
Asian / British Asian4.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.8%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 918,000

7 sales · Mean £ 936,857

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

HP16 0DF has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1

school Local Schools

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The Misbourne School

Good1067 pupils0.6 km
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Great Missenden CofE Combined School

Good434 pupils1.0 km
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Little Kingshill Combined School

Outstanding236 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Missenden Abbey Ltd0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The George Ale House0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Cafe Kissa0.9 km
  • Compass Services UK Ltd T/A Dee Dee's Family Cafe0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Great Missenden1.2 km
  • Amersham6.9 km
  • High Wycombe7.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Rockwood Way0.1 km
  • Rockwood Way0.2 km
  • Nags Head Lane0.2 km
  • Nags Head Lane0.3 km
  • Windsor Lane0.3 km