South Drive is in High Wycombe and in Buckinghamshire district. HP13 6JU is located in the Totteridge and Bowerdean electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wycombe. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about South Drive, High Wycombe, HP13 6JU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HP13 6JQ, HP13 6JG, HP13 6DH, HP13 6JX, HP13 6JT, HP13 6JB, HP13 6XZ, HP13 6GW, HP13 6JR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HP13 6JU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 51.8% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 50.4% | 48.2% | -2.2% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of HP13 6JU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27% | 22.6% | -4.4% | 37.9% | -15.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.3% | 61.3% | 0.0% | 44.2% | 17.1% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 8.8% | 2.3% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 6.9% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 40.8% | 47.9% | 7.1% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 45.4% | 34.6% | -10.8% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 13.6% | 3.4% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 3.3% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.8% | 12.5% | -7.3% | 18.2% | -5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.5% | 7.7% | -0.8% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 12.8% | -0.9% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.5% | 10.3% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 5.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 12.8% | -0.1% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.8% | 39.6% | 9.8% | 33.8% | 5.8% |
| Other | 6.9% | 4.4% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65.6% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.5% | 0.3% | -2.2% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 2.5% | 10.1% | 7.6% | 3.1% | 7.0% |
| Pakistani | 11.6% | 13.4% | 1.8% | 2.7% | 10.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 77.8% | 65.6% | -12.2% | 81.4% | -15.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
In this area, 77.7% 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 | 86.3% | 77.7% | -8.6% | 83.2% | -5.5% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 5.6% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.7% | 12.2% | 4.5% | 5.6% | 6.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.3% | 76.8% | -9.5% | 83.2% | -6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 15.5% | 15.1% | 9.8% | 5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 3.5% | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.9% | 2.3% | -8.6% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83% | 76.7% | 6.3% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 2.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 8.6% | 13.5% | -4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.6% | 37.2% | -10.6% |
| Christian | 41.4% | 46.2% | -4.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Hindu | 5.6% | 1.7% | 3.9% |
| Muslim | 18.3% | 6.5% | 11.8% |
| Sikh | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Drive was 83.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.7% higher than the Totteridge and Bowerdean average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
South Drive has the 4th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Totteridge and Bowerdean and the 350th highest crime rate of 1,637 local areas in Buckinghamshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 132.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 South Drive, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £478,000 | 2023-02-24 | £482,332 |
| 8 South Drive, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2022-04-22 | £430,178 |
| 14 South Drive, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2020-11-02 | £375,168 |
| 19 South Drive, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2019-11-15 | £426,138 |
| 25 South Drive, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £344,950 | 2017-08-30 | £391,882 |
HP13 6JU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in HP13 6JU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 106 |
| Retired | 84 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowerdean Nursery School Gordon Road , HP13 6AW | 4out of 4 | 1,148 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hannah Ball School Philip Road , HP13 7JS | 2out of 4 | 589 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Wood School and Nursery Hollis Road , HP13 7UN | 3out of 4 | 813 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highworth Combined School and Nursery Highworth Close , HP13 7PH | 3out of 4 | 935 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hamilton Academy Priory Avenue , HP13 6SG | 3out of 4 | 1,449 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechview Academy Guinions Road , HP13 7NT | 2out of 4 | 1,587 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe Amersham Road , HP13 6QT | 4out of 4 | 844 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Highcrest Academy Hatters Lane , HP13 7NQ | 3out of 4 | 885 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir William Ramsay School Rose Avenue , Hazlemere HP15 7UB | 2out of 4 | 2,104 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wycombe High School Marlow Road , HP11 1TB | 4out of 4 | 2,983 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| John Hampden Grammar School Marlow Hill , HP11 1SZ | 4out of 4 | 3,286 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | 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 | 2,709 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspire 56 Amersham Hill , HP13 6PQ | 4out of 4 | 861 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Godstowe Preparatory School Shrubbery Road , HP13 6PR | - not rated | 914 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chalfonts Independent Grammar School 19 London Road , High Wycombe HP11 1BJ | - not rated | 1,270 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crown House School Bassetsbury Manor , Bassetsbury Lane HP11 1QX | - not rated | 1,471 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckinghamshire New University Queen Alexandra Road , HP11 2JZ | - not rated | 1,761 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tin Kitchen | 2 The Quadrangle, High Wycombe | 580 yd | |
| Hyundai Training Academy | 14 The Valley Centre, Gordon Road | 1,019 yd | |
| Pilgrims Cafe By The Coffee Snobs | St Francis Of Assisi Church Hall, Amersham Road | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAF Association Club | 114 Totteridge Road, High Wycombe | 913 yd | |
| Dolphin Eye | 56 Totteridge Lane, High Wycombe | 924 yd | |
| Belle Vue PH | The Belle Vue, 45 Gordon Road | 1,020 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elite Pizza (HW) Limited | 4 Portland House, Arnison Avenue | 284 yd | |
| UK Pizza Halal | 145 Bowerdean Road, High Wycombe | 459 yd | |
| Favorite Wycombe | 176 Totteridge Road, High Wycombe | 492 yd | |
| Bellus Stores & Cafe | 21 Totteridge Lane, High Wycombe | 759 yd | |
| Magic Wok | 122 Amersham Road, High Wycombe | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Hatters Lane, High Wycombe | 657 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Highcrest Academy HATTERS LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 776 yd |
| Totteridge Recreation Ground WALTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 825 yd |
| Royal Grammar School AMERSHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 960 yd |
| Godstowe Preparatory School SHRUBBERY ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,027 yd |
| St Andrews Church HATTERS LANE | 1,062 yd | |
| Trades And Social Club Queens Road | 1,076 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 102.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 922 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 922 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 66.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 948 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.