First Crescent is in Slough and in Slough district. SL1 3AU is located in the Farnham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Slough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about First Crescent, Slough, SL1 3AU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SL1 4XL, SL1 3AZ, SL1 3AT, SL1 4XP, SL1 3BE, SL1 3AW, SL1 3BD, SL1 4XS, SL1 4WS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SL1 3AU has a slightly higher male population, with 52.6% 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 | 48.3% | 47.4% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 51.7% | 52.6% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 3.6% |
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 SL1 3AU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.1% 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 | 28.1% | 33.9% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.1% | 53.1% | -3.0% | 44.2% | 8.9% |
| Separated | 5.4% | 2.1% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 8.8% | 2.0% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 2.1% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
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 | 44% | 44.3% | 0.3% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 40.1% | 40.2% | 0.1% | 33.6% | 6.6% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 10.4% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 3.9% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 SL1 3AU this area, 37.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.6% | 37.6% | 16.0% | 18.2% | 19.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 11.2% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 11.8% | 0.3% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 6.2% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 11.2% | 0.0% | 16.9% | -5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.6% | 18.5% | -3.1% | 33.8% | -15.3% |
| Other | 20.5% | 3.5% | -17.0% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 31.7% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 18.3% | 21.3% | 3.0% | 3.1% | 18.2% |
| Pakistani | 28.3% | 28.5% | 0.2% | 2.7% | 25.8% |
| Other Asian | 3.9% | 3.3% | -0.6% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Black African | 5.7% | 9.3% | 3.6% | 2.5% | 6.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0.2% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 32.9% | 31.7% | -1.2% | 81.4% | -49.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 5.4% | 2.8% | -2.6% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
In this area, just 44.3% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 47.6% | 44.3% | -3.3% | 83.2% | -38.9% |
| European Union | 12.3% | 21.9% | 9.6% | 6.1% | 15.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 6.9% | 5.6% | -1.3% | 2.7% | 2.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 29.8% | 26.7% | -3.1% | 5.6% | 21.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 44.3% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 29.3% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 46.8% | 44.3% | -2.5% | 83.2% | -38.9% |
| 10+ Years | 4.6% | 29.3% | 24.7% | 9.8% | 19.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 10.8% | 10.2% | -0.6% | 2.9% | 7.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 12.3% | 10.2% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 8.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 25.4% | 6.1% | -19.3% | 1.9% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 53.8% | 76.7% | -22.9% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 13.9% | 1.3% | 12.6% |
| Romania | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Other EU countries | 5% | 1.5% | 3.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 8.1% | 1.2% | 6.9% |
| No passport held | 9.2% | 13.5% | -4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 4.8% | 37.2% | -32.4% |
| Christian | 33% | 46.2% | -13.2% |
| Hindu | 4.8% | 1.7% | 3.1% |
| Muslim | 31.9% | 6.5% | 25.4% |
| Sikh | 17.6% | 0.9% | 16.7% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around First Crescent was 110.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.3% lower than the Baylis & Salt Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
First Crescent has the 32nd highest crime rate of 84 local areas in Baylis & Salt Hill and the 119th highest crime rate of 393 local areas in Slough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 9.9%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 First Crescent, Slough, Slough Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2025-01-31 | £484,064 |
| 6 First Crescent, Slough, Slough Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2017-04-21 | £455,879 |
| 14 First Crescent, Slough, Slough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £376,000 | 2015-02-19 | £569,143 |
| 14 First Crescent, Slough, Slough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2013-12-19 | £263,492 |
| 5 First Crescent, Slough, Slough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £248,000 | 2011-11-11 | £479,627 |
| Full-Time Employee | 114 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Looking after home or family | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Other | 17 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Transport and storage | 24 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baylis Court Nursery School Oatlands Drive , SL1 3HS | 3out of 4 | 595 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Slough Centre Nursery School Buckingham Avenue East , SL1 3EA | 4out of 4 | 733 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chalvey Nursery School & Early Years Centre Ladbrooke Road , Chalvey SL1 2SR | 4out of 4 | 2,374 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cippenham Nursery School St Andrew's Way , Cippenham SL1 5NL | 3out of 4 | 2,692 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lea Nursery School Wexham Road , SL2 5JW | 4out of 4 | 2,958 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Infant Academy Warrington Avenue , SL1 3BQ | 3out of 4 | 440 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Godolphin Junior Academy Oatlands Drive , SL1 3HS | 3out of 4 | 590 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Penn Wood Primary and Nursery School Penn Road , SL2 1PH | 3out of 4 | 852 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Catholic Primary School Farnham Road , Farnham Royal SL2 3AA | 3out of 4 | 923 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Claycots School Monksfield Way , SL2 1QX | 3out of 4 | 1,158 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baylis Court School Gloucester Avenue , SL1 3AH | 4out of 4 | 591 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Herschel Grammar School Northampton Avenue , SL1 3BW | 4out of 4 | 764 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechwood School Long Readings Lane , SL2 1QE | 2out of 4 | 1,432 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Girls' School, Slough 183-187 Bath Road , SL1 4AA | 4out of 4 | 1,441 yd | Free schools | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Westgate School Cippenham Lane , SL1 5AH | 4out of 4 | 1,632 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Edward's Royal Free Ecumenical Middle School, Windsor Parsonage Lane , SL4 5EN | 3out of 4 | 5,433 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grove Academy Ladbrooke Road , SL1 2SR | - not rated | 2,387 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arbour Vale School Farnham Road , Farnham Royal SL2 3AE | 1out of 4 | 1,154 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Islamic Shakhsiyah Foundation Cippenham Lodge , Cippenham Lane SL1 5AN | - not rated | 1,709 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Madani Girls School 339 - 341 Bath Road , SL1 5PR | - not rated | 1,824 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Littledown School Queens Road , SL1 3QW | 3out of 4 | 2,032 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haybrook College 112 Burnham Lane , SL1 6LZ | 3out of 4 | 2,223 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| K2 PIZZA LTD | 292a Farnham Road | 60 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 268 Farnham Road | 60 yd | |
| Subway Restaurant | 284 Farnham Road | 60 yd | |
| Exotic Karahi | 262-264 Farnham Road | 60 yd | |
| M.A.K Halal | 280 Farnham Road | 65 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faraday Social Club | Faraday Ex Servicemans Club, Faraday Road | 697 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herbies Pizza | 290 Farnham Road | 60 yd | |
| Grillogy | 256 Farnham Road | 60 yd | |
| Stoby's | 163b Farnham Road | 124 yd | |
| Smacks Slough | 163d Farnham Road | 126 yd | |
| Cupp Bubble Tea | 159 Farnham Road | 126 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 360 Farnham Road | 172 yd | |
| Aldi | 141 Farnham Road | 304 yd | |
| Checkout Superstore | 370-386 Farnham Road | 395 yd | |
| Iceland | 417-418 Montrose Avenue | 486 yd | |
| Serious Food | 122 Malton Avenue | 747 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Godolphin Infant School Activity Hall WARRINGTON AVENUE | 306 yd | |
| Godolphin Junior Academy OATLANDS DRIVE | grass pitches | 457 yd |
| Baylis Court School GLOUCESTER AVENUE | grass pitches | 460 yd |
| New Forge Gym (Closed) Perth Avenue | health and fitness suite | 498 yd |
| The Centre (Slough) FARNHAM ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 632 yd |
| Herschel Grammar School NORTHAMPTON AVENUE | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 662 yd |
| Absolutely Fitness Herschel 15-17 15-17 LIVERPOOL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 721 yd |
| Godolphin Recreation Ground (Closed) Godolphin Road | grass pitches | 765 yd |
| Herschel Sports Centre WHITBY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 780 yd |
| St Anthonys Catholic Primary School FARNHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 1,005 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 69.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 185.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.