Postcode Analysis Buckinghamshire, South East

WESSEX ROAD, SL8 5DT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESSEX ROAD, SL8 5DT.

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Population

359

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 58,400 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SL8 5DT 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.

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9/10
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7/10
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2/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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7/10
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8/10
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4/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SL8 5DT's low deprivation rank, 84% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

SL8 5DT is a sought-after residential area on Wessex Road, 0.2km from Bourne End in Bourne End. Administratively it sits within The Wooburns, Bourne End and Hedsor ward and the Beaconsfield constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SL8, SL8 5DT offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 84% 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. 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 SL8 5DT are sourced from Output Area E00090048 (shared with 19 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 SL8 5DT. The average age is 44.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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

SL8 5DT has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences7
Burglary4
Other theft4
Shoplifting2
Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

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Westfield School

Good72 pupils0.7 km
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Bourne End Academy

Good731 pupils0.9 km
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St Paul's Church of England Combined School, Wooburn

Good244 pupils1.2 km
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Claytons Primary School

Good300 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • E Colliass Limited0.8 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.7 km
  • Parade Service Station0.8 km
  • W H Smith Local - Bourne End Post Office Stores0.3 km
  • Thames Bourne End0.7 km
  • + 4 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Riverside Lodge0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Walnut Tree Public House0.2 km
  • The Bounty0.8 km
  • The Garibaldi Public House0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • CH & CO - Renesas Restaurant0.5 km
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • Eats Of Eden Restaurant And Food Hall0.3 km
  • KEG0.9 km
  • Kongs Peking Restaurant0.8 km
  • + 8 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Chanak Turkish Cuisine0.8 km
  • Smiles0.8 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-op Bourne End1.0 km
  • Tesco Express0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bourne End0.5 km
  • Cookham2.1 km
  • Marlow4.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Hedsor Road0.2 km
  • Hedsor Road0.2 km
  • Post Office0.3 km
  • Post Office0.3 km
  • St Mark's Church0.3 km