Postcode Analysis Buckinghamshire, South East

WHITE HILL, HP5 1AT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHITE HILL, HP5 1AT.

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Population

319

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 61,800 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HP5 1AT 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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4/10
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9/10
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4/10
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5/10
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4/10
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10/10
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6/10
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9/10
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3/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. HP5 1AT's low deprivation rank, 90% ownership, and £800k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £800k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 20.8% year-on-year.

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

HP5 1AT is a sought-after residential area on White Hill, 0.6km from Codmore in Chesham. Administratively it sits within Chess Valley ward and the Chesham and Amersham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in HP5, HP5 1AT offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 90% 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 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £800k, down 20.8% 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 HP5 1AT are sourced from Output Area E00089667 (shared with 10 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 HP5 1AT. The average age is 44.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.2%
Asian / British Asian4.7%
Black / African / Caribbean1.9%
Other / Mixed6.2%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 825,000

5 sales · Mean £ 907,000

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

HP5 1AT has low crime rates — 44 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences54
Shoplifting32
Anti-social behaviour26
Criminal damage and arson15
Other theft10

school Local Schools

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Chesham Grammar School

Outstanding1322 pupils0.2 km
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Heritage House School

Good96 pupils0.3 km
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Newtown School

Good225 pupils0.6 km
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Brushwood Junior School

Outstanding255 pupils0.8 km
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Elmtree Infant and Nursery School

Good227 pupils1.0 km
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Thomas Harding Junior School

Good226 pupils1.2 km
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Chiltern Hills Academy

Good1057 pupils1.4 km
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Waterside Primary Academy

Inadequate1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

26 nearby
  • The Tower1.0 km
  • Chesham Opportunity Centre0.5 km
  • Nanny Littons Coffee Pot0.7 km
  • The Chatgaon Indian Cuisine0.5 km
  • Cafe Encore0.6 km
  • + 21 more
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Retailers - Other

28 nearby
  • Bellingdon News and Off Licence0.7 km
  • New Town News0.5 km
  • Shell Chesham0.9 km
  • Al Halal Meat and Grocery Store0.5 km
  • Chesham Youth Centre0.7 km
  • + 23 more
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • The Griffin0.8 km
  • The Hen and Chickens0.7 km
  • The Jolly Sportsman0.4 km
  • Royal British Legion Chesham Club Ltd0.8 km
  • The Generals Arms0.7 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
  • Waitrose0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Shangri La0.5 km
  • Abra Kebab Ra0.4 km
  • Brim Burger Chesham0.6 km
  • Bubbles Fish and Chips0.7 km
  • Burger Box0.5 km
  • + 8 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Amersham3.8 km
  • Chalfont & Latimer5.4 km
  • Berkhamsted6.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Eskdale Avenue0.2 km
  • Grammar School0.2 km
  • Eskdale Avenue0.2 km
  • Codmore Cross0.3 km
  • Codmore Cross0.3 km