Potters Close is in Prestwood, Great Missenden and in Buckinghamshire district. HP16 9DD is located in the Great Missenden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chesham and Amersham. This postcode has been in use since 1992-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Potters Close, Prestwood, Great Missenden, HP16 9DD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HP16 9DY, HP16 9DZ, HP16 9DS, HP16 9DG, HP16 9DT, HP16 9DQ, HP16 9DP, HP16 9DJ, HP16 9QX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HP16 9DD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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% | 49.2% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 49.5% | 50.8% | 1.3% | 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 HP16 9DD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 71.4% 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 | 16.5% | 17.4% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -20.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 75.8% | 71.4% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 27.2% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 2.3% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 9.1% | -5.2% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 5.4% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 (86.3%) 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 | 61.4% | 56.1% | -5.3% | 48.4% | 7.7% |
| Good health | 29.3% | 30.2% | 0.9% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 7.5% | 10.8% | 3.3% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 3% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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.
In the area around HP16 9DD 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 58.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.7% | 8.3% | 0.6% | 18.2% | -9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.2% | 3.6% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 11.5% | -7.7% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3.2% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 11.5% | 1.1% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 51.2% | 58.5% | 7.3% | 33.8% | 24.7% |
| Other | 2.3% | 3.6% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.1% | 97.4% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 92.7% 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 | 95% | 92.7% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 3.3% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 92.4% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.9% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0% | -4.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.1% | 76.7% | 17.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 4.3% | 13.5% | -9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.6% | 37.2% | -7.6% |
| Christian | 65.4% | 46.2% | 19.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Potters Close was 16.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.5% lower than the Great Missenden average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Potters Close has the 6th lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in Great Missenden and the 232nd lowest crime rate of 1,637 local areas in Buckinghamshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 27.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Potters Close, Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £905,000 | 2014-07-24 | £1,330,177 |
| 2 Potters Close, Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2008-07-01 | £1,245,424 |
| 2 Potters Close, Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 1996-12-06 | £1,479,447 |
HP16 9DD area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 21% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
HP16 9DD 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 HP16 9DD 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 | 100 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prestwood Infant School Moat Lane , Prestwood HP16 9DF | 4out of 4 | 445 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prestwood Junior School Clare Road , Prestwood HP16 0NR | 3out of 4 | 868 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Missenden CofE Combined School Church Street , HP16 0AZ | 4out of 4 | 3,166 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Speen CofE VA School Flowers Bottom Lane , Speen HP27 0SX | 3out of 4 | 3,651 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Kingshill Combined School Windsor Lane , Little Kingshill HP16 0DZ | 4out of 4 | 4,096 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Misbourne School Misbourne Drive , HP16 0BN | 3out of 4 | 3,094 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway School 1 High Street , HP16 9AA | - not rated | 2,653 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Missenden Abbey Adult Education College , HP16 0BD | - not rated | 3,205 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pipers Corner School Great Kingshill , HP15 6LP | - not rated | 4,234 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pantry at 51 | 51 High Street, Prestwood | 851 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chequers Tree Public House | High Street, Prestwood | 517 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pathila Tandoori | 6C Chequers Parade, Wycombe Road | 579 yd | |
| Prestwood Plaice | 6 Chequers Parade, Wycombe Road | 589 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 103 - 107 High Street, Prestwood | 619 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 9 - 11 Wycombe Road, Prestwood | 669 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sprinters Leisure Centre PRESTWOOD SPORTS CENTRE PRESTWOOD SPORTS CENTRE HONOR END LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 687 yd |
| Prestwood Junior School CLARE ROAD | grass pitches | 761 yd |
| Prestwood Common WRIGHTS LANE | grass pitches | 1,090 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.