The Rosary is in Holmer Green, High Wycombe and in Buckinghamshire district. HP15 6UJ 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 The Rosary, Holmer Green, High Wycombe, HP15 6UJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HP15 6ST, HP15 6UR, HP15 6UY, HP15 6SP, HP15 6UT, HP15 6AN, HP15 6SS, HP15 6UQ, HP15 6SY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HP15 6UJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 51.1% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 51.1% | 48.9% | -2.2% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 6UJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.1% 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 | 18.4% | 24% | 5.6% | 37.9% | -13.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.5% | 61.1% | -8.4% | 44.2% | 16.9% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 4.3% | 3.1% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -6.0% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 9.5% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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 | 50.5% | 49.5% | -1.0% | 48.4% | 1.1% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 32% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 15.5% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.3% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.8% | 15.8% | -3.0% | 18.2% | -2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 10% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 14.6% | -5.7% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 4.6% | -1.3% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 15% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.5% | 37.7% | 9.2% | 33.8% | 3.9% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.3% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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 | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 97.4% | 92.8% | -4.6% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 96.8% | 95.7% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 95.4% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0.7% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.5% | 76.7% | 15.8% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 5.9% | 13.5% | -7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.5% | 37.2% | -10.7% |
| Christian | 62.7% | 46.2% | 16.5% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 4.9% | 6.5% | -1.6% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Rosary was 23.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.7% lower than the Chalfont St Giles average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Rosary has the 34th lowest crime rate of 90 local areas in Chalfont St Giles and the 414th lowest crime rate of 1,637 local areas in Buckinghamshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 The Rosary, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £710,000 | 2025-07-22 | £707,177 |
| 12 The Rosary, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £620,000 | 2025-07-15 | £617,535 |
| 2 The Rosary, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £685,000 | 2024-08-23 | £684,317 |
| 26 The Rosary, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £742,000 | 2022-09-09 | £728,906 |
| 7 The Rosary, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2018-11-30 | £506,629 |
HP15 6UJ 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.
HP15 6UJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 HP15 6UJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 99 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| 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 | 204 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmer Green Junior School The Common , Holmer Green HP15 6TD | 3out of 4 | 819 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Widmer End Community Combined School Estcourt Drive , Widmer End HP15 6AH | 3out of 4 | 1,642 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedar Park School Cedar Avenue , Hazlemere HP15 7EF | 3out of 4 | 1,672 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Kingshill Combined School Windsor Lane , Little Kingshill HP16 0DZ | 4out of 4 | 1,773 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 312 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir William Ramsay School Rose Avenue , Hazlemere HP15 7UB | 2out of 4 | 2,633 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Misbourne School Misbourne Drive , HP16 0BN | 3out of 4 | 3,778 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe Amersham Road , HP13 6QT | 4out of 4 | 4,318 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Highcrest Academy Hatters Lane , HP13 7NQ | 3out of 4 | 5,007 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 | 3,468 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Missenden Abbey Adult Education College , HP16 0BD | - not rated | 4,008 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateway School 1 High Street , HP16 9AA | - not rated | 4,813 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Godstowe Preparatory School Shrubbery Road , HP13 6PR | - not rated | 5,191 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspire 56 Amersham Hill , HP13 6PQ | 4out of 4 | 5,260 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| OpportuniTEA | 87 Watchet Lane, Holmer Green | 373 yd | |
| The Square (BUCKS) Ltd | Pond Approach, Holmer Green | 435 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holmer Green Royal British Legion Club | 48 Beech Tree Road, Holmer Green | 103 yd | |
| The Earl Howe Public House | 11 Earl Howe Road, Holmer Green | 655 yd | |
| The Bat and Ball | Penfold Lane, Holmer Green | 743 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holmer Green Chilli | Pond Approach, Holmer Green | 453 yd | |
| Holmer Green Kebabs | 7 Turners Place, Holmer Green | 472 yd | |
| South Hill Fish and Chips | 11 Turners Place, Holmer Green | 479 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Holmer Green Senior School Parish Piece | grass pitches | 160 yd |
| Holmer Green Sports Association Watchet Lane | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 374 yd |
| Holmer Green Junior School THE COMMON | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 696 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 | 82.4% |
| 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 | 72.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 139.57 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 139.57 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 25.2 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.