Postcode Analysis Buckinghamshire, South East

DRAKES ROAD, HP7 9ED House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DRAKES ROAD, HP7 9ED.

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Population

320

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 72,200 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HP7 9ED 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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7/10
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9/10
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9/10
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8/10
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9/10
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7/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. HP7 9ED's low deprivation rank, 58% ownership, and £404k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

HP7 9ED is a sought-after residential area on Drakes Road, 0.3km from Amersham Common in Amersham. Administratively it sits within Little Chalfont and Amersham Common ward and the Chesham and Amersham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in HP7, HP7 9ED offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £404k. 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 9ED are sourced from Output Area E00089511 (shared with 6 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 9ED. The average age is 38.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British74.5%
Asian / British Asian20.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed4.4%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 378,100

1 sales · Mean £ 378,100

Semi-Detached

£ 430,000

1 sales · Mean £ 430,000

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

HP7 9ED has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences21
Other crime8
Other theft5
Burglary5
Anti-social behaviour4

school Local Schools

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Amersham School

Good991 pupils0.2 km
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St George's Church of England Infant School

Good177 pupils0.7 km
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Stony Dean School

Outstanding206 pupils0.7 km
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Henry Allen Nursery School

Outstanding80 pupils0.9 km
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Woodside Junior School

Good242 pupils0.9 km
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Dr Challoner's Grammar School

Outstanding1358 pupils1.2 km
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St Mary's CofE Primary School, Amersham

Good329 pupils1.4 km
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Chestnut Lane School

Outstanding209 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Aylesbury, Chiltern & South Bucks Sports & Social Club0.6 km
  • Pepsan1.0 km
  • Mr Wright And Mrs Wright0.7 km
  • TSK Amersham0.9 km
  • Cake Box1.0 km
  • + 1 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Smoky Boys0.9 km
  • The Coriander1.0 km
  • Ambers Of Amersham0.7 km
  • Costa Ltd0.9 km
  • Village Mangal0.9 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Chequers0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Belly Busters1.0 km
  • Pizza Hut Delivery0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Amersham0.8 km
  • Chalfont & Latimer2.6 km
  • Chorleywood5.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Sheepfold Lane0.1 km
  • Sheepfold Lane0.1 km
  • Stanley Hill Schools0.2 km
  • Stanley Hill Schools0.3 km
  • Acres End0.3 km