Waterside is in Chesham and in Buckinghamshire district. HP5 1QF is located in the Chess Valley 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 Waterside, Chesham, HP5 1QF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HP5 1QU, HP5 1RZ, HP5 1QG, HP5 1QT, HP5 1QE, HP5 1RB, HP5 1SS, HP5 1GD, HP5 1QX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HP5 1QF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 51.8% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 50.6% | 48.2% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 HP5 1QF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.5% 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 | 31% | 27.5% | -3.5% | 37.9% | -10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.1% | 52.5% | -1.6% | 44.2% | 8.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 10.6% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 6.7% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 | 52.1% | 52.8% | 0.7% | 48.4% | 4.4% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 33% | -1.9% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 8.9% | 10.8% | 1.9% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.1% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16% | 16.9% | 0.9% | 18.2% | -1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 6.7% | -8.2% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 11.8% | -3.5% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 3.9% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 9.8% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -7.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.1% | 48.6% | 13.5% | 33.8% | 14.8% |
| Other | 5.6% | 2.4% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 3.7% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 0.6% |
| Pakistani | 2.1% | 3.7% | 1.6% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| White | 93.5% | 85.2% | -8.3% | 81.4% | 3.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 89% 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 | 91.4% | 89% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 3.7% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 4.7% | 4% | -0.7% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.8% | 89.3% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.6% | 8.6% | 9.8% | -1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 1.5% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 0.6% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.6% | 37.2% | 1.4% |
| Christian | 49.1% | 46.2% | 2.9% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 4% | 6.5% | -2.5% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Waterside was 68.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.0% lower than the Chess Valley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Waterside has the 11th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Chess Valley and the 457th highest crime rate of 1,637 local areas in Buckinghamshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.5%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 527 Waterside, Chesham, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £630,000 | 2019-09-24 | £719,795 |
| 501 Waterside, Chesham, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £825,000 | 2018-03-06 | £944,743 |
| 511 Waterside, Chesham, Buckinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £331,000 | 2015-06-02 | £460,600 |
| 511 Waterside, Chesham, Buckinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2013-05-24 | £420,194 |
| 515 Waterside, Chesham, Buckinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £362,000 | 2012-09-14 | £625,769 |
HP5 1QF area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% 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.
HP5 1QF 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henry Allen Nursery School Mitchell Walk , HP6 6NW | 4out of 4 | 2,438 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterside Primary Academy Black Horse Avenue , HP5 1QU | 1out of 4 | 130 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesham Bois Church of England School 128 Bois Lane , Chesham Bois HP6 6DE | 4out of 4 | 832 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic Primary School Amersham Road , Chesham Bois HP6 5PL | 3out of 4 | 1,120 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Harding Junior School Thomas Harding Junior School, Fullers Hill , Thomas Harding Junior School HP5 1LR | 3out of 4 | 1,180 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elangeni School Woodside Avenue , HP6 6EG | 3out of 4 | 1,578 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesham Grammar School White Hill , HP5 1BA | 4out of 4 | 1,641 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chiltern Hills Academy Chartridge Lane , HP5 2RG | 3out of 4 | 2,270 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dr Challoner's Grammar School Chesham Road , HP6 5HA | 4out of 4 | 2,394 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Amersham School Stanley Hill , HP7 9HH | 3out of 4 | 3,441 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dr Challoner's High School Cokes Lane , Little Chalfont HP7 9QB | 4out of 4 | 4,193 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Beacon School Amersham Road , Chesham Bois HP6 5PF | - not rated | 1,335 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Heatherton School 10 Copperkins Lane , HP6 5QB | - not rated | 1,811 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Heritage House School Cameron Road , HP5 3BP | 3out of 4 | 2,065 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Home Tuition Service Council Offices , King George V Road HP6 5BY | - not rated | 2,425 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Stony Dean School Orchard End Avenue , Pineapple Road HP7 9JW | 4out of 4 | 3,256 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 Pheasant | Waterside, Chesham | 269 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hings Fish and Chips | 266 Waterside, Chesham | 649 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Waterside Combined School BLACKHORSE AVENUE | grass pitches | 98 yd |
| Chesham Athletic Fc (The Moor) MOOR ROAD | grass pitches | 381 yd |
| Chesham Moor Fitness MOOR ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 612 yd |
| Fitness4Less (Chesham) AMERSHAM ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,050 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 | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 166.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.