Postcode Analysis Buckinghamshire, South East

MARKET SQUARE, HP7 0DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARKET SQUARE, HP7 0DQ.

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Population

198

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 72,200 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HP7 0DQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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1/10
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6/10
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10/10
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4/10
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10/10
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6/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, HP7 0DQ combines high owner-occupation (70%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. 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

HP7 0DQ is a sought-after residential area on Market Square, 0.2km from Amersham Old Town in Amersham. Administratively it sits within Penn Wood and Old Amersham ward and the Chesham and Amersham constituency.

For serious buyers, HP7 0DQ is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — high status management and administration, especially public sector. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 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 41 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 HP7 0DQ are sourced from Output Area E00089542 (shared with 13 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 HP7 0DQ. The average age is 49.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.4%
Asian / British Asian4.1%
Black / African / Caribbean1.5%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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

HP7 0DQ has low crime rates — 41 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences22
Other theft21
Public order12
Criminal damage and arson8
Shoplifting4

school Local Schools

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St Mary's CofE Primary School, Amersham

Good329 pupils0.4 km
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Dr Challoner's Grammar School

Outstanding1358 pupils1.2 km
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Amersham School

Good991 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Royal British Legion Old Amersham0.1 km
  • Drop WIne0.1 km
  • The Chequers0.7 km
  • The Eagle Public House0.3 km
  • The Kings Arms0.2 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Gershon & Sons0.2 km
  • Hobbs Pharmacy0.3 km
  • Mr Wright And Mrs Wright0.6 km
  • TSK Amersham0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • Ambers Of Amersham0.7 km
  • Costa Ltd0.3 km
  • Cote Brasserie0.1 km
  • Gilbeys Restaurant0.0 km
  • Hawkyns Restaurant & Bar0.0 km
  • + 11 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Amersham1.1 km
  • Chalfont & Latimer3.9 km
  • Seer Green & Jordans6.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Whielden Street0.0 km
  • Whielden Street0.1 km
  • Broadway0.2 km
  • Broadway0.2 km
  • Gore Hill0.3 km