Browns Road is in Holmer Green, High Wycombe and in Buckinghamshire district. HP15 6SL is located in the Penn Wood and Old Amersham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chesham and Amersham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Browns Road, Holmer Green, High Wycombe, HP15 6SL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HP15 6SN, HP15 6TX, HP15 6RT, HP15 6SF, HP15 6RA, HP15 6RD, HP15 6SA, HP15 6SG, HP15 6SB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HP15 6SL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 52.8% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 48.2% | 47.2% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
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 HP15 6SL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.5% 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 | 22.3% | 20.2% | -2.1% | 37.9% | -17.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.9% | 63.5% | 0.6% | 44.2% | 19.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 4.4% | 6.3% | 1.9% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 8.3% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 (90.9%) 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 | 51.2% | 55.3% | 4.1% | 48.4% | 6.9% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 35.6% | -1.6% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 11% | 6.9% | -4.1% | 12.7% | -5.8% |
| Bad health | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
In the area around HP15 6SL this area, 8.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.7% | 8.3% | -4.4% | 18.2% | -9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 11.5% | 1.1% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 13% | -4.1% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 7.5% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 12.3% | -1.6% | 16.9% | -4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.9% | 45.5% | 9.6% | 33.8% | 11.7% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96% | 94.1% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 95.3% | 93.1% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 92.8% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.2% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0.6% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.1% | 76.7% | 16.4% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 4.7% | 13.5% | -8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.4% | 37.2% | 3.2% |
| Christian | 54.2% | 46.2% | 8.0% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Browns Road was 13.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.6% lower than the Chalfont St Giles average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Browns Road has the 15th lowest crime rate of 91 local areas in Chalfont St Giles and the 168th lowest crime rate of 1,629 local areas in Buckinghamshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Browns Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £621,000 | 2026-01-08 | £616,129 |
| 28 Browns Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £815,000 | 2024-02-09 | £852,045 |
| 7 Browns Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £740,000 | 2022-07-29 | £748,880 |
| The Gables, 2 Browns Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £895,000 | 2022-06-10 | £930,874 |
| 22 Browns Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2021-09-30 | £793,179 |
HP15 6SL area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
HP15 6SL 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 | 89 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowerdean Nursery School Gordon Road , HP13 6AW | 4out of 4 | 5,263 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holmer Green First School and Pre-School Watchet Lane , Holmer Green HP15 6UG | 3out of 4 | 519 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmer Green Junior School The Common , Holmer Green HP15 6TD | 3out of 4 | 806 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedars County First School Cedar Avenue , Hazlemere HP15 7DW | - not rated | 1,226 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedar Park School & Nursery Cedar Avenue , Hazlemere HP15 7EF | 3out of 4 | 1,465 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Widmer End Community Combined School Estcourt Drive , Widmer End HP15 6AH | 3out of 4 | 1,626 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Park County Middle School Cedar Avenue , Hazlemere HP15 7EF | - not rated | 1,435 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Terriers Middle School Highworth Close , HP13 7PH | - not rated | 3,285 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holmer Green Senior School Parish Piece , Holmer Green HP15 6SP | 3out of 4 | 325 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmer Green Senior School Parish Piece , Holmer Green HP15 6SP | - not rated | 325 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir William Ramsay School Rose Avenue , HP15 7UB | 1out of 4 | 2,113 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir William Ramsay School Rose Avenue , Hazlemere HP15 7UB | - not rated | 2,170 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir William Ramsay School Rose Avenue , Hazlemere HP15 7UB | - not rated | 2,170 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pipers Corner School Great Kingshill , HP15 6LP | - not rated | 3,691 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Penn School Church Road , Penn HP10 8LZ | - not rated | 3,752 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Penn School Church Road , Penn HP10 8LZ | - not rated | 3,752 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Amersham Montessori School At Amersham Cricket Club Missenden Road , Shardeloes HP7 0RL | - not rated | 4,191 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chiltern Way Federation Nairdwood Lane , Prestwood HP16 0QQ | - not rated | 4,393 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Square (BUCKS) Ltd | Pond Approach, Holmer Green | 352 yd | |
| OpportuniTEA | 87 Watchet Lane, Holmer Green | 601 yd | |
| Pop In Cafe | 13 Park Parade, Hazlemere | 1,027 yd | |
| The Pantry | 7 Park Parade, Hazlemere | 1,027 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Earl Howe Public House | 11 Earl Howe Road, Holmer Green | 486 yd | |
| Holmer Green Royal British Legion Club | 48 Beech Tree Road, Holmer Green | 603 yd | |
| The Bat and Ball | Penfold Lane, Holmer Green | 977 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holmer Green Chilli | Pond Approach, Holmer Green | 236 yd | |
| South Hill Fish and Chips | 11 Turners Place, Holmer Green | 300 yd | |
| Holmer Green Kebabs | 7 Turners Place, Holmer Green | 305 yd | |
| Churchill's | 33 Park Parade, Hazlemere | 1,027 yd | |
| Cozy Fish & Chips Kebab | 1 Park Parade, Hazlemere | 1,027 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op | Co-op, 37 - 39 Park Parade | 1,027 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Holmer Green Senior School Parish Piece | grass pitches | 395 yd |
| Holmer Green Sports Association Watchet Lane | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 618 yd |
| Holmer Green Junior School THE COMMON | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 807 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 | 83.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 83.9% |
| 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 | 48 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.22 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.22 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.