HP17 8SL is in Bishopstone, Aylesbury and Buckinghamshire district. HP17 8SL is located in the Stone and Waddesdon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Buckingham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bishopstone, Aylesbury, HP17 8SL 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 HP17 8SL has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 51.4% | 50% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 48.6% | 50% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 HP17 8SL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.6% 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 | 22.7% | 17.8% | -4.9% | 37.9% | -20.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.3% | 65.6% | 7.3% | 44.2% | 21.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3.3% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 8.1% | -2.6% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 4.4% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 (90.1%) 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 | 57.2% | 57.4% | 0.2% | 48.4% | 9.0% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 32.7% | -0.8% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 5.8% | 8.6% | 2.8% | 12.7% | -4.1% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 1.2% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 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.
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 45.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.5% | 13.3% | -1.2% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.1% | 5.6% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 13.3% | -6.1% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 2.6% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 17% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.1% | 45.9% | 3.8% | 33.8% | 12.1% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 95.3% | 93.5% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 88.3% 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 | 93.2% | 88.3% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 5.1% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 3.1% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 4% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.8% | 88.8% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 7.1% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 0.3% | -5.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 8.6% | 13.5% | -4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.4% | 37.2% | -0.8% |
| Christian | 54% | 46.2% | 7.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around HP17 8SL was 9.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 90.7% lower than the Aylesbury North West average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
HP17 8SL has the 8th lowest crime rate of 89 local areas in Aylesbury North West and the 93rd lowest crime rate of 1,637 local areas in Buckinghamshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.9%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moreton Grange, 106A Bishopstone, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £830,000 | 2012-03-23 | £1,378,270 |
| Moreton Grange, 106A Bishopstone, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £790,000 | 2006-07-05 | £1,498,897 |
| Shire House, 106 Bishopstone, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire Detached, a newly built property | £825,000 | 2005-01-18 | £1,646,700 |
| 108, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2001-11-15 | £1,018,367 |
HP17 8SL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% 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.
HP17 8SL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Information and communication | 16 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashmead Combined School Cole Road , HP21 8SU | 3out of 4 | 2,373 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Mandeville Combined School Lower Road , Stoke Mandeville HP22 5XA | 3out of 4 | 2,521 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Harding School Hazlehurst Drive , HP21 9TJ | 3out of 4 | 3,223 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Green School Oak Green , Southcourt HP21 8LJ | 3out of 4 | 3,391 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stone Church of England Combined School Oxford Road , Stone HP17 8PD | 3out of 4 | 3,439 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mandeville School Ellen Road , HP21 8ES | 2out of 4 | 2,230 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School Oxford Road , HP21 8PE | 4out of 4 | 3,760 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckinghamshire UTC Oxford Road , HP21 8PB | 2out of 4 | 3,766 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange School Wendover Way , HP21 7NH | 2out of 4 | 3,854 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aylesbury High School Walton Road , HP21 7SX | 4out of 4 | 4,044 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckinghamshire College Group Oxford Road , HP21 8PD | - not rated | 3,822 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Booker Park Community School Stoke Leys Close , HP21 9ET | 2out of 4 | 1,980 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Mandeville Hospital Classes School Room , Mandeville Road HP21 8AL | - not rated | 2,766 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pebble Brook School Churchill Avenue , HP21 8LZ | 3out of 4 | 3,555 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Griffin House School Station Road , Little KImble HP17 0XP | - not rated | 4,157 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Benjamin College 4 Wren Path , Fairford Leys HP19 7AR | - not rated | 4,556 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Elmbrook Cricket Ground WOODHOUSE COTTAGE WOODHOUSE COTTAGE | grass pitches | 1,071 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 | 55 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.