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.
ROOK WOOD WAY, HP16 0DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROOK WOOD WAY, HP16 0DF.
234
45
£ 59,900 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
The Misbourne School
Great Missenden CofE Combined School
Little Kingshill Combined School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Missenden Abbey Ltd0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The George Ale House0.9 km
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
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Postcode Profile: HP160DF · Data under Open Government Licence