HP6 5AL is a sought-after residential area located 0.1km from Amersham on the Hill in Amersham. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Amersham and Chesham Bois ward and the Chesham and Amersham constituency.
Day-to-day life in HP6 5AL has the character of a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 HP6 5AL are sourced from Output Area E00089525 (shared with 73 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HP6 5AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HP6 5AL.
322
47
£ 66,800 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HP6 5AL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, HP6 5AL combines high owner-occupation (70%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. 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 HP6 5AL. The average age is 46.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HP6 5AL has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Dr Challoner's Grammar School
Woodside Junior School
Henry Allen Nursery School
Chestnut Lane School
St George's Church of England Infant School
Elangeni School
Amersham School
Stony Dean School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Anri Convenience Store0.7 km
- Aylesbury, Chiltern & South Bucks Sports & Social Club0.2 km
- Collins And Jervie0.4 km
- Nena Craft Bakery0.4 km
- Oxfam Gift Shop0.4 km
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Mad Squirrel Tap & Bottle Shop0.4 km
- The Beech House0.3 km
- Boot and Slipper0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Barracuda0.4 km
- Darmon Deli0.4 km
- Harris & Hoole0.4 km
- KOYO0.4 km
- Little Walkers0.4 km
- + 14 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.4 km
- Tesco0.3 km
- Waitrose0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Amersham Fish Bar0.3 km
- Phat Kebabs0.5 km
- Superb Kebab House0.3 km
- Belly Busters0.3 km
- Domino's Pizza0.4 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Amersham0.2 km
- Chalfont & Latimer3.1 km
- Chorleywood6.3 km
Bus Stops
- Leisure Centre0.2 km
- Railway Station0.2 km
- Leisure Centre0.2 km
- Amersham Rail Station0.3 km
- Amersham Underground Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: HP65AL · Data under Open Government Licence