SL7 1BU is a sought-after residential area located 0.7km from Lock Island in Buckinghamshire. Administratively it sits within Marlow ward and the Beaconsfield constituency.
For serious buyers, SL7 1BU is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 89% 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 15 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 SL7 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00090287 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SL7 1BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SL7 1BU.
293
47
£ 62,800 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SL7 1BU 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
A sought-after, premium postcode. SL7 1BU's low deprivation rank, 89% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SL7 1BU. The average age is 46.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SL7 1BU has low crime rates — 15 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.
school Local Schools
Foxes Piece School
Great Marlow School
Holy Trinity Church of England (Aided) School
Sir William Borlase's Grammar School
Marlow Church of England Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- The Marlow Club0.0 km
- The Prince Of Wales0.7 km
- Marlow Rugby Union0.4 km
- The Two Brewers0.9 km
- Crafty Taproom1.0 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Bartlett Mitchell @ The Cobham Centre0.4 km
- PJ Investment Group0.3 km
- Sindhu At The Compleat Angler0.9 km
- Amorino1.0 km
- Cafe Globe0.4 km
- + 8 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Macdonald Compleat Angler0.9 km
- Crowne Plaza Hotel Marlow0.6 km
- Travelodge Marlow0.0 km
- Glade End Guesthouse0.9 km
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Carvells Newsagents0.7 km
- Coles Trading Limited1.0 km
- Glade Pharmacy0.7 km
- Marlow News0.8 km
- Uzii's Cookies Marlow0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Shirly's Pizza Ltd0.1 km
- Awan Catering T/A Marlow Tandoori0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Marlow0.4 km
- Cookham3.1 km
- Bourne End3.5 km
Bus Stops
- Marlow Rail Station0.4 km
- Marlow Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SL71BU · Data under Open Government Licence