HP7 9ED is a sought-after residential area on Drakes Road, 0.3km from Amersham Common in Amersham. Administratively it sits within Little Chalfont and Amersham Common ward and the Chesham and Amersham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in HP7, HP7 9ED offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £404k. 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 HP7 9ED are sourced from Output Area E00089511 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DRAKES ROAD, HP7 9ED House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DRAKES ROAD, HP7 9ED.
320
38
£ 72,200 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HP7 9ED 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. HP7 9ED's low deprivation rank, 58% ownership, and £404k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HP7 9ED. The average age is 38.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 378,100
1 sales · Mean £ 378,100
Semi-Detached
£ 430,000
1 sales · Mean £ 430,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HP7 9ED has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Amersham School
St George's Church of England Infant School
Stony Dean School
Henry Allen Nursery School
Woodside Junior School
Dr Challoner's Grammar School
St Mary's CofE Primary School, Amersham
Chestnut Lane School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Aylesbury, Chiltern & South Bucks Sports & Social Club0.6 km
- Pepsan1.0 km
- Mr Wright And Mrs Wright0.7 km
- TSK Amersham0.9 km
- Cake Box1.0 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Smoky Boys0.9 km
- The Coriander1.0 km
- Ambers Of Amersham0.7 km
- Costa Ltd0.9 km
- Village Mangal0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
- Tesco0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Chequers0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Belly Busters1.0 km
- Pizza Hut Delivery0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Amersham0.8 km
- Chalfont & Latimer2.6 km
- Chorleywood5.8 km
Bus Stops
- Sheepfold Lane0.1 km
- Sheepfold Lane0.1 km
- Stanley Hill Schools0.2 km
- Stanley Hill Schools0.3 km
- Acres End0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: HP79ED · Data under Open Government Licence