Meadowcot Lane is in Coleshill, Amersham and in Buckinghamshire district. HP7 0LL is located in the Chalfont St Giles 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 Meadowcot Lane, Coleshill, Amersham, HP7 0LL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HP7 0LJ, HP7 0LN, HP7 0LH, HP7 0LW, HP7 0LG, HP7 0LQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HP7 0LL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 51.8% | 49.5% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 48.2% | 50.5% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 HP7 0LL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.2% 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 | 19.5% | 18.1% | -1.4% | 37.9% | -19.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.6% | 64.2% | 3.6% | 44.2% | 20.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 3.7% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 7% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 6.2% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 (88.1%) 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 | 54% | 51.1% | -2.9% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 37% | 0.1% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 7.3% | 9.2% | 1.9% | 12.7% | -3.5% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 2.8% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| 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.
In the area around HP7 0LL this area, 8.6% 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 55.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.7% | 8.6% | -0.1% | 18.2% | -9.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.5% | 8.2% | 0.7% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 11.5% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 2.9% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 12.3% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 51.5% | 55.6% | 4.1% | 33.8% | 21.8% |
| Other | 3.3% | 0.8% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.3% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 97.4% | 91.3% | -6.1% | 81.4% | 9.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 91.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 91.5% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 3.5% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 1.1% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 2.5% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.7% | 91.2% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 7% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 8% | 0% | -8.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94% | 76.7% | 17.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 2.8% | 13.5% | -10.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.7% | 37.2% | -0.5% |
| Christian | 53.8% | 46.2% | 7.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meadowcot Lane was 44.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.2% higher than the Chalfont St Giles average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Meadowcot Lane has the 28th highest crime rate of 90 local areas in Chalfont St Giles and the 788th highest crime rate of 1,637 local areas in Buckinghamshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 45.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Meadowcot Lane, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2024-06-21 | £716,513 |
| Westwood House Meadowcot Lane, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Other, an established residential building | £4,100,000 | 2023-08-24 | £4,187,411 |
| Woodmist Meadowcot Lane, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2014-11-11 | £1,057,203 |
| Westwood House Meadowcot Lane, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £2,500,000 | 2013-01-18 | £4,037,217 |
HP7 0LL area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
HP7 0LL 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 HP7 0LL 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 | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Education | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henry Allen Nursery School Mitchell Walk , HP6 6NW | 4out of 4 | 4,542 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coleshill Church of England Infant School Village Road , Coleshill HP7 0LQ | 3out of 4 | 306 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Curzon Church of England Combined School Penn Street Village , HP7 0QL | - not rated | 2,514 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School, Amersham School Lane , HP7 0EL | 3out of 4 | 2,799 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Church of England Infant School White Lion Road , HP7 9HX | 3out of 4 | 4,369 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Junior School Mitchell Walk , HP6 6NW | - not rated | 4,566 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amersham School Stanley Hill , HP7 9HH | 3out of 4 | 3,842 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dr Challoner's Grammar School Chesham Road , HP6 5HA | 4out of 4 | 3,846 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Holmer Green Senior School Parish Piece , Holmer Green HP15 6SP | 3out of 4 | 5,187 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dr Challoner's High School Cokes Lane , Little Chalfont HP7 9QB | 4out of 4 | 5,396 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfriston School Penn Road , Knotty Green HP9 2TS | 4out of 4 | 3,117 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Home Tuition Service Council Offices , King George V Road HP6 5BY | - not rated | 4,026 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| High March School 23 Ledborough Lane , Beaconsfield HP9 2PZ | - not rated | 4,142 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Heatherton School 10 Copperkins Lane , HP6 5QB | - not rated | 4,376 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Stony Dean School Orchard End Avenue , Pineapple Road HP7 9JW | 4out of 4 | 4,431 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 Red Lion | The Red Lion Inn Public House, Village Road | 262 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Coleshill Cricket Club TOWER ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,065 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.