Ash Road is in High Wycombe and in Buckinghamshire district. HP12 4SR is located in the Booker, Cressex and Castlefield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wycombe. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ash Road, High Wycombe, HP12 4SR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HP12 4SB, HP12 4SL, HP12 4SN, HP12 4TE, HP12 4SP, HP12 4SW, HP12 4SS, HP12 4ST, HP12 4SX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HP12 4SR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 50.5% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 47.7% | 49.5% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.1% | 26.5% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.6% | 50.4% | -9.2% | 44.2% | 6.2% |
| Separated | 3% | 0.9% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 13.7% | 6.5% | 9.1% | 4.6% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 8.5% | 3.4% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.2% | 41.4% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 39.3% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 5.7% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 13.9% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 4.6% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.3% | 28% | 3.7% | 18.2% | 9.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.1% | 13.1% | -6.0% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 10.6% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 8.1% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 18.2% | 4.2% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.9% | 20.3% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -13.5% |
| Other | 5.5% | 1.7% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 2.8% | 3.6% | 0.8% | 3.1% | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 8.1% | 10% | 1.9% | 2.7% | 7.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 3.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 2.3% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 4.6% | 2.5% | -2.1% | 1.0% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| White | 79.6% | 75% | -4.6% | 81.4% | -6.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 84.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.4% | 84.6% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 1.4% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 4.3% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.7% | 7.5% | 0.8% | 5.6% | 1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 3.2% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.3% | 84.3% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 1.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 12.8% | 12.1% | 9.8% | 3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 2.8% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.4% | 0% | -7.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.7% | 37.2% | -5.5% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 5% | 1.7% | 3.3% |
| Muslim | 9.3% | 6.5% | 2.8% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ash Road was 91.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.2% lower than the Abbey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ash Road has the 21st highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Abbey and the 318th highest crime rate of 1,637 local areas in Buckinghamshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 40.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Ash Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2009-03-02 | £506,300 |
| 37 Ash Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2007-01-17 | £471,681 |
| 37A Ash Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Detached, a newly built property | £110,000 | 2000-01-21 | £355,275 |
HP12 4SR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowerdean Nursery School Gordon Road , HP13 6AW | 4out of 4 | 4,096 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Booker Hill School Field Road , HP12 4LR | 3out of 4 | 625 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castlefield School The Middle Way , HP12 3LE | 3out of 4 | 950 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chepping View Primary Academy Cressex Road , HP12 4PR | 4out of 4 | 1,161 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakridge School Oakridge Road , HP11 2PN | 2out of 4 | 1,970 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Millbrook Combined School Mill End Road , HP12 4BA | 3out of 4 | 2,342 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cressex Community School Holmers Lane , HP12 4QA | 3out of 4 | 628 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Hampden Grammar School Marlow Hill , HP11 1SZ | 4out of 4 | 1,835 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Wycombe High School Marlow Road , HP11 1TB | 4out of 4 | 2,005 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe Amersham Road , HP13 6QT | 4out of 4 | 4,597 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Highcrest Academy Hatters Lane , HP13 7NQ | 3out of 4 | 4,906 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Catholic School Daws Hill Lane , HP11 1PW | 3out of 4 | 2,472 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kite Ridge School Verney Avenue , HP12 3NE | 3out of 4 | 1,142 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chiltern Wood School Verney Avenue , HP12 3NE | 3out of 4 | 1,155 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Buckinghamshire Unit 3 - Spearmast Industrial Estate , Land End Road HP12 4JG | - not rated | 1,250 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Unity College 150 West Wycombe Road , HP12 3AE | - not rated | 2,552 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wycombe Abbey Abbey Way , HP11 1PE | - not rated | 2,769 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christ The Servant King | Christ The Servant King Church, Sycamore Road | 206 yd | |
| Sparks Cafe | Portable Catering Building, Halifax Road | 430 yd | |
| Desi Karahi | 188 Cressex Road, High Wycombe | 430 yd | |
| Olive Catering Services At Oxford Instruments | Oxford Instruments, Halifax Road | 723 yd | |
| Oxford Instruments - Connect Catering | Oxford Instruments, Halifax Road | 723 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Squirrel | Squirrel Lane, High Wycombe | 294 yd | |
| High Wycombe Judo Centre | Barry Close, High Wycombe | 302 yd | |
| Cressex Community Centre | Cressex Community Centre, 203 Cressex Road | 529 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | 186 - 188 New Road, High Wycombe | 232 yd | |
| Cressex Tandoori & Burger Hut | 248 New Road, High Wycombe | 233 yd | |
| Osbourne Spice Fusion Kitchen | 248 New Road, High Wycombe | 233 yd | |
| Coconut Lagoon | 248 New Road, High Wycombe | 354 yd | |
| Jimmy's Pizza | 196 Cressex Road, High Wycombe | 373 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 195 New Road, High Wycombe | 322 yd | |
| ASDA | Asda, Crest Road | 1,038 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Booker Recreation Ground BOOKER RECREATION GROUND BOOKER RECREATION GROUND BARRY CLOSE | grass pitches | 233 yd |
| High Wycombe Judo Centre BARRY CLOSE | 252 yd | |
| Asylum Gym (Closed) Unit 4 Unit 4 Halifax Road | health and fitness suite | 435 yd |
| Cressex School (Closed) Holmer Lane | grass pitches | 524 yd |
| Bucks Indoor Tennis Centre BUCKS INDOOR TENNIS CENTRE BUCKS INDOOR TENNIS CENTRE HOLMER LANE | indoor tennis centre | 592 yd |
| Cressex Community School HOLMER LANE | grass pitches | 710 yd |
| Cressex Synthetic Sports Pitch Centre HOLMER LANE | artificial grass pitch | 892 yd |
| Holmers Farm Recreation Ground BUCKMASTER ROAD | grass pitches | 901 yd |
| Castlefield School MIDDLE WAY | grass pitches | 941 yd |
| Chepping View Primary Academy CRESSEX CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 990 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 131.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.