Ashdown Way is in Amersham and in Buckinghamshire district. HP6 6BD 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 1983-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashdown Way, Amersham, HP6 6BD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HP6 6EE, HP6 6BE, HP6 6EQ, HP6 6DZ, HP6 6ED, HP6 6HB, HP6 6ET, HP6 6BB, HP6 6EH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HP6 6BD has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 48.4% | 49% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 51.6% | 51% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 HP6 6BD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.7% 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 | 28.2% | 19.9% | -8.3% | 37.9% | -18.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.8% | 66.7% | 5.9% | 44.2% | 22.5% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 3.2% | 4.2% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -4.9% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 7.8% | 1.3% | 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 (94.1%) 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 | 60.7% | 61.3% | 0.6% | 48.4% | 12.9% |
| Good health | 27% | 32.8% | 5.8% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 5.1% | -4.0% | 12.7% | -7.6% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 0.5% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -3.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 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 6BD this area, 6.8% 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 61.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.8% | 6.8% | 1.0% | 18.2% | -11.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.9% | 4.9% | 0.0% | 9.6% | -4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.3% | 13% | 1.7% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 2.6% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 11.1% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 62.1% | 61.6% | -0.5% | 33.8% | 27.8% |
| Other | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 3.7% | 5.1% | 1.4% | 3.1% | 2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 89.7% | 86.7% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 5.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 87.9% 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 | 92.4% | 87.9% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| European Union | 2% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 4.6% | 2.9% | 5.6% | -1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 87.9% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10.1% | 10.1% | 9.8% | 0.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.4% | 0% | -6.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92% | 76.7% | 15.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 3.1% | 13.5% | -10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.4% | 37.2% | 2.2% |
| Christian | 44.6% | 46.2% | -1.6% |
| Hindu | 5.9% | 1.7% | 4.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.8% | 6.0% | 2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashdown Way was 29.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 42.7% lower than the Amersham and Chesham Bois average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Ashdown Way has the 11th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Amersham and Chesham Bois and the 561st lowest crime rate of 1,637 local areas in Buckinghamshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Ashdown Way, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Detached, a newly built property | £1,485,000 | 2013-09-17 | £2,297,721 |
| 1 Ashdown Way, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Detached, a newly built property | £1,117,900 | 2013-05-16 | £1,787,923 |
| 2 Ashdown Way, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Detached, a newly built property | £1,450,000 | 2013-05-09 | £2,319,071 |
| 3 Ashdown Way, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Detached, a newly built property | £1,680,000 | 2013-01-13 | £2,713,010 |
HP6 6BD 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 | 97 |
| Retired | 91 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Information and communication | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| 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 | 838 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Lane School 105 Chestnut Lane , HP6 6EF | 4out of 4 | 333 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elangeni School Woodside Avenue , HP6 6EG | 3out of 4 | 419 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Junior School Mitchell Walk , HP6 6NW | - not rated | 798 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesham Bois Church of England School 128 Bois Lane , Chesham Bois HP6 6DE | 4out of 4 | 1,026 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Church of England Infant School White Lion Road , HP7 9HX | 3out of 4 | 1,316 yd | Voluntary controlled school | 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 | 856 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Amersham School Stanley Hill , HP7 9HH | 3out of 4 | 1,732 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dr Challoner's High School Cokes Lane , Little Chalfont HP7 9QB | 4out of 4 | 2,903 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Chesham Grammar School White Hill , HP5 1BA | 4out of 4 | 3,382 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chiltern Hills Academy Chartridge Lane , HP5 2RG | 3out of 4 | 3,777 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home Tuition Service Council Offices , King George V Road HP6 5BY | - not rated | 693 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Heatherton School 10 Copperkins Lane , HP6 5QB | - not rated | 857 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| The Beacon School Amersham Road , Chesham Bois HP6 5PF | - not rated | 1,292 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Stony Dean School Orchard End Avenue , Pineapple Road HP7 9JW | 4out of 4 | 1,684 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heritage House School Cameron Road , HP5 3BP | 3out of 4 | 3,806 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Walkers | 5 Woodside Road, Amersham | 440 yd | |
| Sycamore On The Hill | 106 Sycamore Road, Amersham | 447 yd | |
| Barracuda | 96 Sycamore Road, Amersham | 464 yd | |
| Veg Chennai Srilalitha Restaurant | 94 Sycamore Road, Amersham | 464 yd | |
| Darmon Deli | 104 Sycamore Road, Amersham | 464 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mad Squirrel Tap & Bottle Shop | 100 Sycamore Road, Amersham | 464 yd | |
| Boot and Slipper | 2 Rickmansworth Road, Amersham | 612 yd | |
| The Beech House | 16 Hill Avenue, Amersham | 829 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amersham Fish Bar | 11 Woodside Road, Amersham | 442 yd | |
| Phat Kebabs | 83 Sycamore Road, Amersham | 489 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 72 Sycamore Road, Amersham | 606 yd | |
| KFC | 8 Sycamore Road, Amersham | 688 yd | |
| Mooboo | 38 Hill Avenue, Amersham | 797 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | 46 Sycamore Road, Amersham | 606 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Marks And Spencer Simply Food, 38 - 40 Sycamore Road | 606 yd | |
| Tesco | Ground Floor, Merritt House | 943 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| La Roche Health And Fitness (Amersham) (Closed) Sycamore House Sycamore House Woodside Road | health and fitness suite | 438 yd |
| St Michaels Church ST MICHAELS CHURCH ST MICHAELS CHURCH SYCAMORE ROAD | 501 yd | |
| The Chiltern Pools THE CHILTERN POOLS THE CHILTERN POOLS CHILTERN AVENUE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 537 yd |
| Amersham Community Centre CHILTERN AVENUE | 542 yd | |
| Woodside Junior School MITCHELL WALK | grass pitches | 726 yd |
| Amersham Hill Cricket Club PETER DWIGHT DRIVE | grass pitches | 780 yd |
| The Common LAUREL COURT | grass pitches | 808 yd |
| Dr Challoners Grammar School CHESHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 964 yd |
| Ranns School (Closed) | 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.