Postcode Analysis Buckinghamshire, South East

MARSWORTH WHARF, HP23 4BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARSWORTH WHARF, HP23 4BW.

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Population

399

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 60,200 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HP23 4BW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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9/10
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6/10
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2/10
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4/10
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2/10
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9/10
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2/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, HP23 4BW combines high owner-occupation (79%), strong property values (£696k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending down 15.6% year-on-year.

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

HP23 4BW is a sought-after residential area on Marsworth Wharf, 0.3km from Marsworth in Marsworth. Administratively it sits within Ivinghoe ward and the Buckingham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in HP23, HP23 4BW offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 79% 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £696k, down 15.6% 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 HP23 4BW are sourced from Output Area E00089100 (shared with 16 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 HP23 4BW. The average age is 47.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.1%
Asian / British Asian6.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 617,500

7 sales · Mean £ 616,928

Semi-Detached

£ 800,000

1 sales · Mean £ 800,000

Detached

£ 737,500

1 sales · Mean £ 737,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

HP23 4BW has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Marsworth Church of England Infant School

Good34 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Red Lion0.3 km
  • Anglers Retreat0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Tring4.0 km
  • Cheddington4.1 km
  • Wendover8.5 km

Bus Stops

  • The Angler's Retreat PH0.4 km
  • The Angler's Retreat PH0.4 km