Postcode Analysis Buckinghamshire, South East

THORNBURY PLACE, HP11 1AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THORNBURY PLACE, HP11 1AY.

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Population

415

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 64,300 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HP11 1AY 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.

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7/10
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10/10
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6/10
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6/10
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7/10
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10/10
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6/10
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9/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. HP11 1AY's low deprivation rank, 88% ownership, and £845k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £845k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

HP11 1AY is a sought-after residential area on Thornbury Place, 0.6km from Marlow Hill in High Wycombe. Administratively it sits within Abbey ward and the Wycombe constituency.

For serious buyers, HP11 1AY is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 50% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Buckinghamshire.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £845k. 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 HP11 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00090006 (shared with 8 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 HP11 1AY. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British49.9%
Asian / British Asian39.6%
Black / African / Caribbean1.9%
Other / Mixed8.6%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 845,000

1 sales · Mean £ 845,000

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

HP11 1AY has low crime rates — 25 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 offences27
Drugs6
Other theft6
Shoplifting6
Anti-social behaviour5

school Local Schools

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St Michael's Catholic School

Good1930 pupils0.2 km
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John Hampden Grammar School

Outstanding1206 pupils0.5 km
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Wycombe High School

Outstanding1319 pupils0.5 km
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Abbey View Primary Academy

152 pupils0.8 km
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Kite Ridge School

Good10 pupils1.1 km
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Chiltern Wood School

Good196 pupils1.1 km
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High Wycombe Church of England Combined School

Good202 pupils1.2 km
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Chepping View Primary Academy

Outstanding432 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Jaydees News0.5 km
  • Shell Cressex0.5 km
  • Sushi Daily0.4 km
  • Treat Life0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Cod & Fry0.6 km
  • Mandarin Palace0.5 km
  • The Fat Pizza0.5 km
  • Windsor Sandwich Bar0.5 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Hampton By Hilton High Wycombe0.4 km
  • Holiday Inn High Wycombe1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Wycombe Leisure Centre0.4 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.5 km
  • Waitrose0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • High Wycombe1.7 km
  • Marlow5.1 km
  • Bourne End5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • St Michael's Campus0.3 km
  • Marlow Hill Schools0.3 km
  • Wycombe Sports Centre0.3 km
  • Marlow Hill Schools0.3 km
  • St Michael's School0.3 km