Derwent Drive is in Slough and in Slough district. SL1 6HW is located in the Haymill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Slough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Derwent Drive, Slough, SL1 6HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SL1 6HT, SL1 6EE, SL1 6EF, SL1 6ED, SL1 6EG, SL1 6HH, SL1 6HP, SL1 6HN, SL1 6EH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SL1 6HW has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.2% of the population 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 | 54.4% | 56.2% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 5.2% |
| Male | 45.6% | 43.8% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -5.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SL1 6HW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.5% | 42.2% | 10.7% | 37.9% | 4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.3% | 40% | -8.3% | 44.2% | -4.2% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3.6% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 12.8% | 10.7% | -2.1% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 3.6% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 (87.5%) 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 | 52.7% | 50.7% | -2.0% | 48.4% | 2.3% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 36.8% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 8.2% | 8.6% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -4.1% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 3% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.8% | 12.9% | -2.9% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.7% | 12.9% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 16.9% | 0.6% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 3.1% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 14.7% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.1% | 36.4% | 10.3% | 33.8% | 2.6% |
| Other | 7.4% | 3.1% | -4.3% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 61.5% 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% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 8.2% | 9.3% | 1.1% | 3.1% | 6.2% |
| Pakistani | 2.1% | 10.3% | 8.2% | 2.7% | 7.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 6% | 3.7% | -2.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 3.3% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 2.3% |
| Other Black | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 4% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 3.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 2.1% | 0.7% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 74.4% | 61.5% | -12.9% | 81.4% | -19.9% |
| Arab | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 75.5% 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 | 82.6% | 75.5% | -7.1% | 83.2% | -7.7% |
| European Union | 5.3% | 10.3% | 5.0% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 7.1% | 3.3% | -3.8% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.3% | 7% | 2.7% | 5.6% | 1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.1% | 75.7% | -4.4% | 83.2% | -7.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 17.3% | 16.6% | 9.8% | 7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 4.7% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.6% | 2.3% | -2.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.8% | 0% | -12.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.1% | 76.7% | -6.6% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 6.9% | 1.3% | 5.6% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.2% | 13.5% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.9% | 37.2% | -3.3% |
| Christian | 37.2% | 46.2% | -9.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 11.8% | 6.5% | 5.3% |
| Sikh | 9.5% | 0.9% | 8.6% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Derwent Drive was 48.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.4% lower than the Cippenham Green average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Derwent Drive has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Cippenham Green and the 106th lowest crime rate of 389 local areas in Slough .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling 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. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 136 Derwent Drive, Slough, Slough Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £299,950 | 2022-11-18 | £295,093 |
| 122 Derwent Drive, Slough, Slough Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £312,000 | 2022-10-27 | £304,788 |
| 54 Derwent Drive, Slough, Slough Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2021-06-11 | £207,563 |
| 132 Derwent Drive, Slough, Slough Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £257,500 | 2021-01-29 | £306,002 |
| 120 Derwent Drive, Slough, Slough Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2020-10-30 | £269,121 |
SL1 6HW 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 | 114 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cippenham Nursery School St Andrews Way , Cippenham SL1 5NL | 3out of 4 | 1,245 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Slough Centre Nursery School Buckingham Avenue East , SL1 3EA | - not rated | 3,274 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Baylis Court Nursery School Oatlands Drive , SL1 3HS | 3out of 4 | 3,527 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| William Penn Nursery School Penn Road , SL2 1PG | - not rated | 3,637 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chalvey Nursery School & Early Years Centre Ladbrooke Road , Chalvey SL1 2SR | 4out of 4 | 4,191 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of Peace Catholic Junior School Derwent Drive , SL1 6HW | - not rated | 17 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Peace Catholic Primary and Nursery School Derwent Drive , SL1 6HW | 3out of 4 | 61 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory School Orchard Avenue , SL1 6HE | - not rated | 188 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lent Rise Combined School Coulson Way , Burnham SL1 7NP | - not rated | 801 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lent Rise School Coulson Way , Burnham SL1 7NP | 3out of 4 | 801 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's CofE Middle School Minniecroft Road , Burnham SL1 7DE | - not rated | 1,239 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Claycots Junior School Monksfield Way , SL2 1QX | - not rated | 2,442 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Penn Middle School Penn Road , SL2 1PH | - not rated | 3,480 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| James Elliman Junior School Elliman Avenue , SL2 5BA | - not rated | 4,574 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The E-Act Burnham Park Academy Opendale Road , Burnham SL1 7LZ | - not rated | 524 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnham Upper School Opendale Road , Burnham SL1 7LZ | - not rated | 524 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnham Grammar School Hogfair Lane , Burnham SL1 7HG | 3out of 4 | 712 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnham Grammar School Hogfair Lane , Burnham SL1 7HG | - not rated | 712 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Westgate School Cippenham Lane , SL1 5AH | - not rated | 2,535 yd | Foundation 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 | 4,201 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove Academy Ladbrooke Road , SL1 2SR | 1out of 4 | 4,206 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Madani Independent Grammar School 1 Whittle Parkway , Slough SL1 6FE | - not rated | 657 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Haybrook College 112 Burnham Lane , SL1 6LZ | - not rated | 768 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haybrook College 112 Burnham Lane , SL1 6LZ | - not rated | 768 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haybrook College 112 Burnham Lane , SL1 6LZ | - not rated | 768 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haybrook College PRU 112 Burnham Lane , SL1 6LZ | - not rated | 768 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe at Burnham Park | Burnham Parish Council, Burnham Park Hall | 599 yd | |
| La Indika Indian Cuisine | 21 High Street, Burnham | 753 yd | |
| Seaworld Fish Restaurant | 22 High Street, Burnham | 771 yd | |
| Lunchbox | 53 High Street, Burnham | 846 yd | |
| Woodstocks Coffee House | 46 - 48 High Street, Burnham | 874 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garibaldi | 13 High Street, Burnham | 677 yd | |
| The Old Five Bells | 14 Church Street, Burnham | 844 yd | |
| Ye Olde Huntercombe Public House | 595 Bath Road | 883 yd | |
| Ye Old Swan | High Street, Burnham | 886 yd | |
| Cippenham Working Mens Club | Cippenham Working Mens Club, 505-507 Bath Road | 1,013 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Chef | 14 Anslow Place | 326 yd | |
| Burnham Fish & Chips | 164 Burnham Lane | 408 yd | |
| Monihar Tandoori | 168 Burnham Lane | 408 yd | |
| Rocky's Slough | 158 Burnham Lane | 412 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Premier Express, 6 - 8 High Street | 770 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 150 Burnham Lane | 408 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 60 - 62 High Street | 888 yd | |
| Simply Local | 20 Eastfield Road, Burnham | 963 yd | |
| Burnham Budgens | 74 High Street, Burnham | 1,044 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Our Lady Of Peace Primary And Nursery School DERWENT DRIVE | grass pitches | 61 yd |
| Priory School ORCHARD AVENUE | grass pitches | 185 yd |
| Burnham Park Academy OPENDALE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 525 yd |
| Burnham Tennis Association STOMP ROAD | tennis courts | 554 yd |
| Burnham Park Hall BURNHAM PARK HALL BURNHAM PARK HALL WINDSOR LANE | 598 yd | |
| Haybrook College Burnham Lane | artificial grass pitch | 698 yd |
| Burnham Grammar School HOGFAIR LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 714 yd |
| Haymill Community Centre (Closed) Burnham Lane | artificial grass pitch | 766 yd |
| Lent Rise Combined School COULSON WAY | grass pitches | 800 yd |
| Cippenham Recreation Ground Station Road | tennis courts | 946 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 | 98.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 98.0% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 143.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.