Ash Grove is in Amersham and in Buckinghamshire district. HP6 5QU is located in the Amersham and Chesham Bois 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 Ash Grove, Amersham, HP6 5QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HP6 5QX, HP6 5QY, HP6 5QZ, HP6 5QT, HP6 5PY, HP6 5QJ, HP6 5QS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HP6 5QU has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% 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 | 48.5% | 47.7% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 51.5% | 52.3% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
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 HP6 5QU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 69.5% 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 | 12.7% | 19.1% | 6.4% | 37.9% | -18.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 79.6% | 69.5% | -10.1% | 44.2% | 25.3% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 2.5% | 3.2% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -5.9% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 6.4% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 (91.3%) 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 | 56.1% | 59.9% | 3.8% | 48.4% | 11.5% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 31.4% | 0.9% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 7.8% | -3.5% | 12.7% | -4.9% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 0.6% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -3.4% |
| 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.
In the area around HP6 5QU this area, 7.9% 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 63.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.3% | 7.9% | -3.4% | 18.2% | -10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.7% | 3.9% | -3.8% | 9.6% | -5.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 11.1% | -4.4% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 8.6% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -8.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 54.2% | 63.6% | 9.4% | 33.8% | 29.8% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.9% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 3.2% | 6.7% | 3.5% | 3.1% | 3.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 93% | 88.4% | -4.6% | 81.4% | 7.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 87.8% 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 | 90.6% | 87.8% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 4.6% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 3.8% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 5.2% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.3% | 87.5% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 9% | 8.5% | 9.8% | -0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.5% | 0.6% | -6.9% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.3% | 76.7% | 14.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 3.5% | 13.5% | -10.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28% | 37.2% | -9.2% |
| Christian | 56.9% | 46.2% | 10.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 4.3% | 1.7% | 2.6% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ash Grove was 33.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.4% lower than the Amersham and Chesham Bois average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ash Grove has the 14th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Amersham and Chesham Bois and the 648th lowest crime rate of 1,637 local areas in Buckinghamshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 58.3%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Ash Grove, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £621,000 | 2015-10-30 | £790,508 |
| 11 Ash Grove, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £655,000 | 2010-12-01 | £1,109,830 |
| 1 Ash Grove, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £437,000 | 2009-07-07 | £840,320 |
| 1 Ash Grove, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £200,822 | 2007-08-13 | £335,151 |
| Field End Ash Grove, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £314,000 | 2006-07-31 | £595,764 |
HP6 5QU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 HP6 5QU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 19 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henry Allen Nursery School Mitchell Walk , HP6 6NW | 4out of 4 | 2,515 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady's Catholic Primary School Amersham Road , Chesham Bois HP6 5PL | 3out of 4 | 1,250 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School, Amersham School Lane , HP7 0EL | 3out of 4 | 1,583 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chestnut Lane School 105 Chestnut Lane , HP6 6EF | 4out of 4 | 2,131 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elangeni School Woodside Avenue , HP6 6EG | 3out of 4 | 2,164 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesham Bois Church of England School 128 Bois Lane , Chesham Bois HP6 6DE | 4out of 4 | 2,239 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Challoner's Grammar School Chesham Road , HP6 5HA | 4out of 4 | 1,402 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Amersham School Stanley Hill , HP7 9HH | 3out of 4 | 2,991 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chiltern Hills Academy Chartridge Lane , HP5 2RG | 3out of 4 | 3,255 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesham Grammar School White Hill , HP5 1BA | 4out of 4 | 3,722 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dr Challoner's High School Cokes Lane , Little Chalfont HP7 9QB | 4out of 4 | 4,577 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heatherton School 10 Copperkins Lane , HP6 5QB | - not rated | 963 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| The Beacon School Amersham Road , Chesham Bois HP6 5PF | - not rated | 1,017 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Home Tuition Service Council Offices , King George V Road HP6 5BY | - not rated | 1,873 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Stony Dean School Orchard End Avenue , Pineapple Road HP7 9JW | 4out of 4 | 3,232 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heritage House School Cameron Road , HP5 3BP | 3out of 4 | 4,102 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Weedon Lane Weedon Lane | grass pitches | 62 yd |
| Chesham Bois Lawn Tennis And Squash Club WOODFIELD PARK | squash courts, tennis courts | 267 yd |
| Hervines Park HERVINES PARK HERVINES PARK HERVINES ROAD | grass pitches | 566 yd |
| Beacon School Grass Pitches AMERSHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 947 yd |
| Beacon School AMERSHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch, swimming pool | 947 yd |
| The Common LAUREL COURT | grass pitches | 1,073 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 19.26 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 19.26 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 2.11 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.