HP17 8AP is a sought-after residential area on Gibson Lane, 0.3km from Diggs in Haddenham (Buckinghamshire). Administratively it sits within Bernwood ward and the Buckingham constituency.
For serious buyers, HP17 8AP is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% 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 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £694k, up 37.3% year-on-year. 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 HP17 8AP are sourced from Output Area E00089228 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GIBSON LANE, HP17 8AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GIBSON LANE, HP17 8AP.
236
52
£ 59,100 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HP17 8AP 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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, HP17 8AP combines high owner-occupation (88%), strong property values (£694k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending up 37.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HP17 8AP. The average age is 52.3. 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 mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 735,350
8 sales · Mean £ 631,025
Semi-Detached
£ 313,750
2 sales · Mean £ 313,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HP17 8AP has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Haddenham St Mary's Church of England School
Haddenham Community Infant School
Haddenham Community Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Beef Olive at Haddenham Garden Centre0.9 km
- Blooming Fruity0.7 km
- Haddenham Community Library0.7 km
- Morrisons Daily0.7 km
- The Cottage Bakery0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- New Hadden B & B0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Haddenham Sports & Social Club0.8 km
- The King's Head0.3 km
- The Rising Sun0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Connect Catering Ltd at DAF Trucks Ltd1.0 km
- Gather & Gather0.9 km
- House of Spice0.7 km
- Haddenham Garden Centre Ltd & The Gardener's Retreat0.9 km
- Little Italy Expresso Bar0.7 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Operative1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Smarts Take Away0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Haddenham & Thame Parkway1.0 km
- Monks Risborough7.7 km
- Princes Risborough8.0 km
Bus Stops
- The Red Lion PH0.1 km
- Church End0.1 km
- Willis Road0.3 km
- Townside0.3 km
- Willis Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: HP178AP · Data under Open Government Licence