Coombe Lane is in Naphill, High Wycombe and in Buckinghamshire district. HP14 4QR is located in the Ridgeway East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aylesbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Coombe Lane, Naphill, High Wycombe, HP14 4QR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HP14 4QR has a slightly higher male population, with 51% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 49% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 49.5% | 51% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 HP14 4QR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 73% 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 | 16.7% | 18.6% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -19.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.6% | 73% | 3.4% | 44.2% | 28.8% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 2.7% | -3.5% | 9.1% | -6.4% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 4.9% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.5% | 49.8% | -3.7% | 48.4% | 1.4% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 36% | 3.3% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 11.9% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 12.1% | 10.3% | -1.8% | 18.2% | -7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 8.8% | -2.1% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 17.6% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 5.7% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 16.4% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.7% | 39.3% | -0.4% | 33.8% | 5.5% |
| Other | 5.4% | 1.9% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 2% | 3.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.7% | 95% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.7% | 94.3% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.7% | 93.4% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.6% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 0% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.1% | 76.7% | 15.4% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 48.8% | 46.2% | 2.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Coombe Lane was 26.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.8% lower than the Ridgeway East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Coombe Lane has the 17th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Ridgeway East and the 487th lowest crime rate of 1,637 local areas in Buckinghamshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 77.8%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brangwyn Coombe Lane, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £617,500 | 2015-11-18 | £781,071 |
| Sembal Coombe Lane, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £297,000 | 2012-11-30 | £482,746 |
| Alvanlea Coombe Lane, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2008-09-18 | £574,450 |
| Red Gables Coombe Lane, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £380,500 | 2008-07-11 | £631,845 |
| Coombe Farm Coombe Lane, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,550,000 | 2008-06-18 | £2,552,640 |
HP14 4QR area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
HP14 4QR 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 HP14 4QR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 23 |
| Information and communication | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowerdean Nursery School Gordon Road , HP13 6AW | 4out of 4 | 5,135 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hughenden Primary School Spring Valley Drive , Hughenden Valley HP14 4LR | 3out of 4 | 829 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Downley School Faulkner Way , Downley HP13 5AL | 4out of 4 | 1,986 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Kingshill Church of England Combined School Cryers Hill Road , Cryers Hill HP15 6JP | 3out of 4 | 2,222 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Naphill and Walters Ash School Kilnwood , Walters Ash HP14 4UL | 3out of 4 | 2,396 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Disraeli School The Pastures , HP13 5JS | 3out of 4 | 2,908 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 3,460 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Sir William Ramsay School Rose Avenue , Hazlemere HP15 7UB | 2out of 4 | 4,612 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Highcrest Academy Hatters Lane , HP13 7NQ | 3out of 4 | 5,189 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmer Green Senior School Parish Piece , Holmer Green HP15 6SP | 3out of 4 | 5,207 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wycombe High School Marlow Road , HP11 1TB | 4out of 4 | 5,417 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pipers Corner School Great Kingshill , HP15 6LP | - not rated | 1,718 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Unity College 150 West Wycombe Road , HP12 3AE | - not rated | 3,284 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Godstowe Preparatory School Shrubbery Road , HP13 6PR | - not rated | 3,898 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspire 56 Amersham Hill , HP13 6PQ | 4out of 4 | 4,074 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckinghamshire New University Queen Alexandra Road , HP11 2JZ | - not rated | 4,524 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bon Ami | Naphill Village Hall, 79 Main Road | 884 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wheel Public House | The Wheel, 100 Main Road | 704 yd | |
| The Harrow Public House | The Harrow, 62 Warrendene Road | 1,093 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Naphill Village Hall And Playing Fields MAIN ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 885 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields COOMBE LANE | grass pitches | 995 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.