Madeley Close is in Amersham and in Buckinghamshire district. HP6 6ET 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 1983-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Madeley Close, Amersham, HP6 6ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HP6 6BJ, HP6 6EB, HP6 6ED, HP6 6DZ, HP6 6XJ, HP6 6EE, HP6 6BL, HP6 6BH, HP6 6BP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HP6 6ET is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.7% | 50.5% | -4.2% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 45.3% | 49.5% | 4.2% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 6ET there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.7% 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 | 20.9% | 19.7% | -1.2% | 37.9% | -18.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64% | 65.7% | 1.7% | 44.2% | 21.5% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 4.3% | 6.9% | 2.6% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 7.3% | -3.0% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 (89.3%) 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 | 53.8% | 58% | 4.2% | 48.4% | 9.6% |
| Good health | 35% | 31.3% | -3.7% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 8.5% | 8% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -4.7% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 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 6ET this area, 5.2% 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 66.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.3% | 5.2% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -13.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.6% | 4.8% | 1.2% | 9.6% | -4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 9.2% | -7.8% | 13.4% | -4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 13.5% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 53.4% | 66.8% | 13.4% | 33.8% | 33.0% |
| Other | 4.7% | 0.4% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.8% 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 | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 2.4% | 11.9% | 9.5% | 3.1% | 8.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 3.8% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 3.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 90.9% | 80.8% | -10.1% | 81.4% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 82.3% 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 | 87.5% | 82.3% | -5.2% | 83.2% | -0.9% |
| European Union | 4.6% | 1.7% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 7.6% | 4.3% | 5.6% | 2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| 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 | 86.3% | 82.6% | -3.7% | 83.2% | -0.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 13.9% | 13.0% | 9.8% | 4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.9% | 0.7% | -10.2% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.2% | 76.7% | 19.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 1% | 13.5% | -12.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.9% | 37.2% | -0.3% |
| Christian | 44.9% | 46.2% | -1.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 8.4% | 1.7% | 6.7% |
| Jewish | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 3.5% | 0.9% | 2.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Madeley Close was 52.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.4% higher than the Amersham and Chesham Bois average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Madeley Close has the 11th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Amersham and Chesham Bois and the 647th highest crime rate of 1,637 local areas in Buckinghamshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Madeley Close, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £836,000 | 2023-06-05 | £850,428 |
| 17 Madeley Close, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,145,000 | 2023-02-06 | £1,155,378 |
| 19 Madeley Close, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2019-02-25 | £965,646 |
| 15 Madeley Close, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £605,000 | 2016-10-20 | £708,189 |
| 17 Madeley Close, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £775,000 | 2015-11-05 | £984,221 |
HP6 6ET 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in HP6 6ET area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Retired | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henry Allen Nursery School Mitchell Walk , HP6 6NW | 4out of 4 | 972 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 | 310 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elangeni School Woodside Avenue , HP6 6EG | 3out of 4 | 329 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesham Bois Church of England School 128 Bois Lane , Chesham Bois HP6 6DE | 4out of 4 | 833 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Junior School Mitchell Walk , HP6 6NW | - not rated | 929 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic Primary School Amersham Road , Chesham Bois HP6 5PL | 3out of 4 | 1,385 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,014 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Amersham School Stanley Hill , HP7 9HH | 3out of 4 | 1,908 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dr Challoner's High School Cokes Lane , Little Chalfont HP7 9QB | 4out of 4 | 2,997 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Chesham Grammar School White Hill , HP5 1BA | 4out of 4 | 3,188 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chiltern Hills Academy Chartridge Lane , HP5 2RG | 3out of 4 | 3,614 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heatherton School 10 Copperkins Lane , HP6 5QB | - not rated | 879 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Home Tuition Service Council Offices , King George V Road HP6 5BY | - not rated | 888 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| The Beacon School Amersham Road , Chesham Bois HP6 5PF | - not rated | 1,203 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Stony Dean School Orchard End Avenue , Pineapple Road HP7 9JW | 4out of 4 | 1,824 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heritage House School Cameron Road , HP5 3BP | 3out of 4 | 3,611 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 | 588 yd | |
| Sycamore On The Hill | 106 Sycamore Road, Amersham | 592 yd | |
| Barracuda | 96 Sycamore Road, Amersham | 612 yd | |
| Veg Chennai Srilalitha Restaurant | 94 Sycamore Road, Amersham | 612 yd | |
| Darmon Deli | 104 Sycamore Road, Amersham | 612 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mad Squirrel Tap & Bottle Shop | 100 Sycamore Road, Amersham | 612 yd | |
| Boot and Slipper | 2 Rickmansworth Road, Amersham | 692 yd | |
| The Beech House | 16 Hill Avenue, Amersham | 988 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amersham Fish Bar | 11 Woodside Road, Amersham | 617 yd | |
| Phat Kebabs | 83 Sycamore Road, Amersham | 624 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 72 Sycamore Road, Amersham | 756 yd | |
| KFC | 8 Sycamore Road, Amersham | 842 yd | |
| Mooboo | 38 Hill Avenue, Amersham | 952 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | 46 Sycamore Road, Amersham | 756 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Marks And Spencer Simply Food, 38 - 40 Sycamore Road | 756 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| La Roche Health And Fitness (Amersham) (Closed) Sycamore House Sycamore House Woodside Road | health and fitness suite | 611 yd |
| St Michaels Church ST MICHAELS CHURCH ST MICHAELS CHURCH SYCAMORE ROAD | 655 yd | |
| The Chiltern Pools THE CHILTERN POOLS THE CHILTERN POOLS CHILTERN AVENUE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 733 yd |
| Amersham Community Centre CHILTERN AVENUE | 735 yd | |
| The Common LAUREL COURT | grass pitches | 781 yd |
| Woodside Junior School MITCHELL WALK | grass pitches | 880 yd |
| Amersham Hill Cricket Club PETER DWIGHT DRIVE | grass pitches | 964 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 | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| 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 | 48.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 62.62 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 62.62 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.