Drew Meadow is in Farnham Common, Slough and in Buckinghamshire district. SL2 3JA is located in the Farnham Common and Burnham Beeches electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Beaconsfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Drew Meadow, Farnham Common, Slough, SL2 3JA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SL2 3HU, SL2 3AH, SL2 3HZ, SL2 3QT, SL2 3HY, SL2 3HX, SL2 3QS, SL2 3JZ, SL2 3TZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SL2 3JA has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.8% 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 | 56.6% | 56.8% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 5.8% |
| Male | 43.4% | 43.2% | -0.2% | 49.0% | -5.8% |
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 | 26.3% | 26.3% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -11.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.3% | 46.6% | 1.3% | 44.2% | 2.4% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.6% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 7.9% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 17.5% | 16.5% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 10.4% |
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 | 45.2% | 50.5% | 5.3% | 48.4% | 2.1% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 28.9% | -0.9% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 13.4% | -4.4% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 5.5% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 22.1% | 20% | -2.1% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 4.9% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 14% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 4.5% | 2.4% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 14% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.5% | 41.9% | 4.4% | 33.8% | 8.1% |
| Other | 4.6% | 0.8% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 3.6% | 11.5% | 7.9% | 3.1% | 8.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 3.9% | 3.6% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 94% | 74.2% | -19.8% | 81.4% | -7.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
In this area, 87.7% 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 | 91.3% | 87.7% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 4.5% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 3.7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 5.8% | 3.4% | 5.6% | 0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.2% | 86.6% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 3.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 11.9% | 11.9% | 9.8% | 2.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 9% | 0% | -9.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.5% | 76.7% | 3.8% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.8% | 37.2% | -3.4% |
| Christian | 47.4% | 46.2% | 1.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 3.7% | 6.5% | -2.8% |
| Sikh | 8.6% | 0.9% | 7.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Drew Meadow was 51.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.0% lower than the Denham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Drew Meadow has the 44th lowest crime rate of 92 local areas in Denham and the 651st highest crime rate of 1,629 local areas in Buckinghamshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Drew Meadow, Slough, Buckinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2023-10-19 | £340,923 |
| 23 Drew Meadow, Slough, Buckinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £635,000 | 2022-08-31 | £645,656 |
| 6 Drew Meadow, Slough, Buckinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £442,089 | 2019-02-15 | £524,727 |
| 25 Drew Meadow, Slough, Buckinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £476,000 | 2018-04-10 | £565,490 |
| 5 Drew Meadow, Slough, Buckinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2017-06-26 | £578,979 |
SL2 3JA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Other | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Penn Nursery School Penn Road , SL2 1PG | - not rated | 3,745 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Baylis Court Nursery School Oatlands Drive , SL1 3HS | 3out of 4 | 4,748 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Slough Centre Nursery School Buckingham Avenue East , SL1 3EA | - not rated | 5,149 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farnham Common Junior School Sherbourne Walk , SL2 3TZ | 3out of 4 | 117 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnham Common Infant School Beaconsfield Road , Farnham Common SL2 3HS | - not rated | 218 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Stoke Poges School Rogers Lane , Stoke Poges SL2 4LN | 3out of 4 | 2,568 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Farnham Royal CofE Primary School Church Road , SL2 3AW | - not rated | 3,171 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Poges First School School Lane , Stoke Poges SL2 4QA | - not rated | 3,184 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoke Poges Middle School Rogers Lane , Stoke Poges SL2 4LN | - not rated | 2,568 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Claycots Junior School Monksfield Way , SL2 1QX | - not rated | 3,572 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Penn Middle School Penn Road , SL2 1PH | - not rated | 3,734 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Middle School Minniecroft Road , Burnham SL1 7DE | - not rated | 4,889 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| James Elliman Junior School Elliman Avenue , SL2 5BA | - not rated | 5,364 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beechwood School Long Readings Lane , SL2 1QE | - not rated | 3,123 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechwood School Long Readings Lane , SL2 1QE | - not rated | 3,123 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pioneer Secondary Academy Hollybush Hill , Pioneer House SL2 4QB | - not rated | 3,255 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Khalsa Secondary Academy Hollybush Hill , SL2 4QB | - not rated | 3,273 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Baylis Court School Gloucester Avenue , SL1 3AH | - not rated | 4,466 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caldicott School Crown Lane , Farnham Royal SL2 3SL | - not rated | 1,498 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Dair House School Bishops Blake , Beaconsfield Road SL2 3BY | - not rated | 2,207 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmstead School Holmstead House , Gerrards Cross Road SL2 4EX | - not rated | 2,262 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arbour Vale School Farnham Road , Farnham Royal SL2 3AE | 3out of 4 | 3,297 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arbour Vale School Farnham Road , Farnham Royal SL2 3AE | - not rated | 3,393 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duran's Coffee Shop | 4 The Parade, Beaconsfield Road | 761 yd | |
| La Cantina Del Vino | Carnigie House, The Broadway | 828 yd | |
| La Cantinetta Pizzeria And Take Away Cafe | Carnigie House, The Broadway | 828 yd | |
| Izmir Restaurant | 6 The Broadway, Beaconsfield Road | 835 yd | |
| Memories Of India | Ashley House, 6 The Broadway | 835 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak | The Royal Oak, Beaconsfield Road | 206 yd | |
| Farnham Common Sports Club | One Pin Lane, Farnham Common | 301 yd | |
| The Foresters | Foresters Arms, Beaconsfield Road | 821 yd | |
| Stag & Hounds | The Stag and Hounds, Beaconsfield Road | 822 yd | |
| The Victoria | Victoria Road, Farnham Common | 906 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farnham Fisheries | 3 The Parade, Beaconsfield Road | 761 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Store Ltd, Capital House | 828 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Premium House, 3 The Broadway | 828 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Farnham Common Junior School SHERBOURNE WALK | grass pitches | 114 yd |
| Farnham Common Sports Club ONE PIN LANE | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 216 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 75.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.