Postcode Analysis Buckinghamshire, South East

THE GABLES, HP17 8AD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE GABLES, HP17 8AD.

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Population

546

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 59,100 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HP17 8AD 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.

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7/10
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8/10
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2/10
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4/10
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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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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, HP17 8AD combines high owner-occupation (72%), strong property values (£495k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 2.0% year-on-year.

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

HP17 8AD is a sought-after residential area on The Gables, 0.3km from Church End in Haddenham (Buckinghamshire). Administratively it sits within Bernwood ward and the Buckingham constituency.

For serious buyers, HP17 8AD is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 72% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £495k, up 2.0% 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 HP17 8AD are sourced from Output Area E00089215 (shared with 21 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 HP17 8AD. The average age is 37.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.8%
Asian / British Asian3.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.7%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 519,000

19 sales · Mean £ 515,473

Terraced

£ 500,000

3 sales · Mean £ 483,333

Semi-Detached

£ 485,000

1 sales · Mean £ 485,000

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

HP17 8AD has low crime rates — 11 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 offences18
Other theft4
Criminal damage and arson2
Drugs2
Public order2

school Local Schools

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Haddenham St Mary's Church of England School

Good176 pupils0.3 km
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Haddenham Community Infant School

Good92 pupils0.6 km
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Haddenham Community Junior School

Good362 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Beef Olive at Haddenham Garden Centre0.6 km
  • Blooming Fruity0.6 km
  • Haddenham Community Library0.5 km
  • Haddenham Post Office & Convenience Store0.9 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.6 km
  • + 1 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • New Hadden B & B0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Haddenham Sports & Social Club0.6 km
  • The King's Head0.4 km
  • The Rising Sun0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Connect Catering Ltd at DAF Trucks Ltd0.9 km
  • Gather & Gather0.9 km
  • House of Spice0.6 km
  • Haddenham Garden Centre Ltd & The Gardener's Retreat0.6 km
  • Little Italy Expresso Bar0.7 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Smarts Take Away0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Haddenham & Thame Parkway1.2 km
  • Monks Risborough7.6 km
  • Princes Risborough8.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Willis Road0.1 km
  • Willis Road0.1 km
  • Church End0.2 km
  • The Red Lion PH0.3 km
  • Thompson Mews0.3 km