SL2 1DR is a mixed residential area on Essex Avenue, 0.4km from Manor Park in Slough. Administratively it sits within Farnham ward and the Slough constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. An average age of 33 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Slough.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £356k.
Census 2021 statistics for SL2 1DR are sourced from Output Area E00083244 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ESSEX AVENUE, SL2 1DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ESSEX AVENUE, SL2 1DR.
539
33
£ 62,600 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines SL2 1DR — 56% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Moderate crime is broadly expected in a dense, active multicultural neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SL2 1DR. The average age is 33.5. 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
Terraced
£ 405,000
2 sales · Mean £ 405,000
Semi-Detached
£ 310,000
3 sales · Mean £ 308,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SL2 1DR is moderate at 60 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Baylis Court School
Phoenix Infant Academy
Penn Wood Primary and Nursery School
The Godolphin Junior Academy
Baylis Court Nursery School
St Anthony's Catholic Primary School
St Mary's Farnham Royal CofE Primary School
Arbour Vale School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
36 nearby- Costsavers Supermarket0.3 km
- Crystal Pharmacy0.3 km
- Delikatesy Smaczek0.4 km
- Euro Market Convenience Store0.4 km
- Exotic Superstore Ltd0.4 km
- + 31 more
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- Exotic Karahi0.4 km
- Five Lads0.4 km
- Head Chef0.4 km
- Karahi King0.4 km
- Punjab Sweets and Curry0.3 km
- + 13 more
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Chicken Delite0.5 km
- Chipsta0.5 km
- Cupp Bubble Tea0.4 km
- Dixy Chicken0.3 km
- Farnham Grill0.4 km
- + 17 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- A J Lodge0.6 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Lidl0.3 km
- Checkout Superstore0.2 km
- Iceland0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Faraday Social Club0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Slough2.3 km
- Burnham2.5 km
- Windsor & Eton Riverside4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Canterbury Avenue0.1 km
- Salisbury Avenue0.2 km
- Salisbury Avenue0.2 km
- Canterbury Avenue0.2 km
- Lidl0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SL21DR · Data under Open Government Licence