Washington Row is in Amersham and in Buckinghamshire district. HP7 9DU is located in the Penn Wood and Old Amersham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chesham and Amersham. This postcode has been in use since 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Washington Row, Amersham, HP7 9DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HP7 0BQ, HP7 0EZ, HP7 9DG, HP7 0BE, HP7 0SJ, HP7 9BJ, HP7 0BG, HP7 0HA, HP7 9FE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HP7 9DU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 53.2% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 48.4% | 46.8% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.4% | 37% | 6.6% | 37.9% | -0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.5% | 39.8% | -7.7% | 44.2% | -4.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.3% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 12.5% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 7.4% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.4% | 47.5% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 28.4% | 31.3% | 2.9% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 13.6% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 6.8% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 0.8% | -2.0% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 47%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.5% | 16.3% | -6.2% | 18.2% | -1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.3% | 10.2% | 3.9% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 7.9% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 3.7% | 2.9% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 13.5% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.5% | 47% | 4.5% | 33.8% | 13.2% |
| Other | 8.3% | 1.4% | -6.9% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.8% | 0.8% | -2.0% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 3.8% | 1.7% | 3.1% | 0.7% |
| Other Asian | 7.6% | 4.9% | -2.7% | 1.6% | 3.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 3% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 2.2% |
| White | 82.4% | 81.4% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 0.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 81.4% 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 | 84.1% | 81.4% | -2.7% | 83.2% | -1.8% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9% | 5.7% | -3.3% | 5.6% | 0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.4% | 81.4% | -1.0% | 83.2% | -1.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 14.4% | 14.1% | 9.8% | 4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 0.4% | -2.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 2.3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.8% | 1.5% | -10.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.8% | 76.7% | 5.1% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Portugal | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 10.6% | 13.5% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.5% | 37.2% | -5.7% |
| Christian | 53.6% | 46.2% | 7.4% |
| Hindu | 5.6% | 1.7% | 3.9% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Washington Row was 120.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 189.5% higher than the Little Chalfont and Amersham Common average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Washington Row has the 2nd highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Little Chalfont and Amersham Common and the 193rd highest crime rate of 1,637 local areas in Buckinghamshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 71.6%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Washington Row, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £203,000 | 2015-06-15 | £253,687 |
| 40 Washington Row, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £159,000 | 2013-01-29 | £235,573 |
| 16 Washington Row, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £87,000 | 2002-09-30 | £171,612 |
| 40 Washington Row, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £37,000 | 2002-06-17 | £77,224 |
HP7 9DU 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 | 76 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henry Allen Nursery School Mitchell Walk , HP6 6NW | 4out of 4 | 1,818 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's CofE Primary School, Amersham School Lane , HP7 0EL | 3out of 4 | 993 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 | 1,674 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Junior School Mitchell Walk , HP6 6NW | - not rated | 1,843 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chestnut Lane School 105 Chestnut Lane , HP6 6EF | 4out of 4 | 2,263 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elangeni School Woodside Avenue , HP6 6EG | 3out of 4 | 2,397 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,243 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dr Challoner's Grammar School Chesham Road , HP6 5HA | 4out of 4 | 1,382 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Dr Challoner's High School Cokes Lane , Little Chalfont HP7 9QB | 4out of 4 | 3,029 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Chesham Grammar School White Hill , HP5 1BA | 4out of 4 | 5,390 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,373 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Stony Dean School Orchard End Avenue , Pineapple Road HP7 9JW | 4out of 4 | 1,812 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heatherton School 10 Copperkins Lane , HP6 5QB | - not rated | 2,087 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| The Beacon School Amersham Road , Chesham Bois HP6 5PF | - not rated | 2,792 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambers Of Amersham | 49 London Road West, Amersham | 99 yd | |
| Costa Ltd | Tesco Stores Limited, London Road West | 317 yd | |
| Radish | Chiltern Place, 59 - 61 The Broadway | 448 yd | |
| Twelve Twenty | 34 The Broadway, Amersham | 449 yd | |
| Amersham House (Cote Brasserie) | 27 The Broadway, Amersham | 515 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chequers | 51 London Road West, Amersham | 99 yd | |
| Drop WIne | 11 The Broadway, Amersham | 547 yd | |
| Royal British Legion Old Amersham | 22 Whielden Street, Amersham | 626 yd | |
| The Saracens Head Inn | The Saracens Head Public House, 38 Whielden Street | 649 yd | |
| The Kings Arms | 30 High Street, Amersham | 811 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yo! To Go! | Tesco Stores Limited, London Road West | 317 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | London Road, Amersham | 317 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Barn Meadow SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 1,012 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 | 3.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 3.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 3.4% |
| 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 | 66.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.