HP6 5AW is a sought-after residential area located 0.1km from Amersham on the Hill in Amersham. Administratively it sits within Amersham and Chesham Bois ward and the Chesham and Amersham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in HP6, HP6 5AW offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Outside of residential hours, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 70% 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 29 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 HP6 5AW are sourced from Output Area E00089525 (shared with 73 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HP6 5AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HP6 5AW.
322
47
£ 66,800 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HP6 5AW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. HP6 5AW's low deprivation rank, 70% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HP6 5AW. The average age is 46.8. 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. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HP6 5AW has low crime rates — 29 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Dr Challoner's Grammar School
Woodside Junior School
Henry Allen Nursery School
Chestnut Lane School
Elangeni School
St George's Church of England Infant School
Amersham School
Stony Dean School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
20 nearby- Anri Convenience Store0.7 km
- Aylesbury, Chiltern & South Bucks Sports & Social Club0.2 km
- Collins And Jervie0.3 km
- Nena Craft Bakery0.3 km
- Oxfam Gift Shop0.3 km
- + 15 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Mad Squirrel Tap & Bottle Shop0.3 km
- The Beech House0.3 km
- Boot and Slipper0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Barracuda0.3 km
- Darmon Deli0.3 km
- Harris & Hoole0.3 km
- KOYO0.3 km
- Little Walkers0.3 km
- + 14 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.3 km
- Tesco0.3 km
- Waitrose0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Amersham Fish Bar0.3 km
- Phat Kebabs0.4 km
- Superb Kebab House0.3 km
- Belly Busters0.3 km
- Domino's Pizza0.3 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Amersham0.2 km
- Chalfont & Latimer3.1 km
- Chorleywood6.4 km
Bus Stops
- Leisure Centre0.1 km
- Leisure Centre0.2 km
- Railway Station0.2 km
- Oakfield Corner0.3 km
- Amersham Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: HP65AW · Data under Open Government Licence