Shifford Crescent is in Maidenhead and in Windsor And Maidenhead district. SL6 7UY is located in the Furze Platt electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Maidenhead. This postcode has been in use since 1985-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Shifford Crescent, Maidenhead, SL6 7UY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SL6 7UD, SL6 7UR, SL6 7UH, SL6 7UU, SL6 7TZ, SL6 7UT, SL6 7UQ, SL6 7UE, SL6 7UW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SL6 7UY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54% 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 | 59.3% | 54% | -5.3% | 51.0% | 3.0% |
| Male | 40.7% | 46% | 5.3% | 49.0% | -3.0% |
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 SL6 7UY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.9% 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 | 25.6% | 27.8% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.2% | 53.9% | 2.7% | 44.2% | 9.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 8.2% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 12% | 8.2% | -3.8% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.6% | 45.3% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 37.5% | 5.4% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 12.3% | -2.2% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 2.8% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 | 23.2% | 14.2% | -9.0% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 10.2% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 11.8% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 6.9% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 16.3% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.2% | 37% | 7.8% | 33.8% | 3.2% |
| Other | 8% | 3.7% | -4.3% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 2.1% |
| Indian | 4.5% | 8% | 3.5% | 3.1% | 4.9% |
| Pakistani | 4.1% | 2.8% | -1.3% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Other Asian | 3.4% | 4.9% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 3.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 2.1% | 1% | -1.1% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 81.4% | 75.2% | -6.2% | 81.4% | -6.2% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 79.7% 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 | 87.6% | 79.7% | -7.9% | 83.2% | -3.5% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 5.6% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 2.8% | 3.5% | 0.7% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.9% | 10.5% | 4.6% | 5.6% | 4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.9% | 80% | -5.9% | 83.2% | -3.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 14.7% | 14.4% | 9.8% | 4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.7% | 1.8% | -8.9% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85% | 76.7% | 8.3% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.2% | 37.2% | -14.0% |
| Christian | 56.1% | 46.2% | 9.9% |
| Buddhist | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.7% |
| Hindu | 4.6% | 1.7% | 2.9% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Sikh | 3.9% | 0.9% | 3.0% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shifford Crescent was 127.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 108.6% higher than the Furze Platt average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Shifford Crescent has the 5th highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Furze Platt and the 52nd highest crime rate of 450 local areas in Windsor and Maidenhead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.5%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 Shifford Crescent, Maidenhead, Windsor And Maidenhead Terraced, an established residential building | £675,000 | 2024-08-07 | £668,955 |
| 71 Shifford Crescent, Maidenhead, Windsor And Maidenhead Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2023-07-10 | £415,816 |
| 79 Shifford Crescent, Maidenhead, Windsor And Maidenhead Terraced, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2022-10-19 | £506,196 |
| 41 Shifford Crescent, Maidenhead, Windsor And Maidenhead Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £505,000 | 2022-07-07 | £502,490 |
| 55 Shifford Crescent, Maidenhead, Windsor And Maidenhead Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2022-06-23 | £476,667 |
SL6 7UY 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SL6 7UY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maidenhead Nursery School School Lane , SL6 7PG | 4out of 4 | 772 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cookham Nursery School Station Hill , Cookham SL6 9BT | 4out of 4 | 2,278 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 Catholic Primary School, Maidenhead Cookham Road , SL6 7EG | - not rated | 1,091 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Maidenhead Cookham Road , SL6 7EG | - not rated | 1,091 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverside Primary School and Nursery Donnington Gardens , Cookham Road SL6 7JA | 3out of 4 | 1,275 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Furze Platt Junior School Oaken Grove , SL6 6HQ | - not rated | 1,317 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Furze Platt Infant School Oaken Grove , SL6 6HQ | 3out of 4 | 1,317 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 4,944 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Foxes Piece Middle School Newfield Road , SL7 1JW | - not rated | 5,345 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Claytons Middle School Wendover Road , SL8 5NS | - not rated | 5,463 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furze Platt Senior School Furze Platt Road , SL6 7NQ | - not rated | 1,055 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Furze Platt Senior School Furze Platt Road , SL6 7NQ | 3out of 4 | 1,055 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Desborough School Shoppenhangers Road , SL6 2QB | - not rated | 2,960 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Desborough School Shoppenhangers Road , SL6 2QB | - not rated | 2,960 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Desborough College Shoppenhangers Road , SL6 2QB | 3out of 4 | 2,960 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berkshire College of Art and Design Raymond Road , SL6 6DF | - not rated | 2,063 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Piran's School Gringer Hill , SL6 7LZ | - not rated | 1,225 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maidenhead College for Girls 1 College Avenue , SL6 6AW | - not rated | 1,937 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Claires Court Schools 1 College Avenue , SL6 6AW | - not rated | 1,937 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Preparatory School Limited 2 West Road , SL6 1PD | - not rated | 2,239 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redroofs School for the Performing Arts 26 Bath Road , SL6 4JT | - not rated | 2,256 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lemon Grass | 17 Shifford Crescent, Maidenhead | 234 yd | |
| The Butter Edge | 25 Gloucester Road, Maidenhead | 648 yd | |
| McEvoy And Rowley | McEvoy & Rowley, 76 - 80 Furze Platt Road | 916 yd | |
| Palmieri's | 52 Furze Platt Road, Maidenhead | 958 yd | |
| Legacy Leisure At Furzeplatt Leisure Centre | Furze Platt Senior School, Furze Platt Road | 961 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sally Jordan At North Maidenhead Cricket Club | North Maidenhead Cricket Club, Summerleaze Road | 792 yd | |
| NMCC Sports Bar At Summerleaze Park | North Maidenhead Cricket Club, Summerleaze Road | 792 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coco Express & Coco Grill | Coco Express, 17 Gloucester Road | 674 yd | |
| Happy Valley Chinese Take-away | 21 Gloucester Road, Maidenhead | 675 yd | |
| Chocolate Heaven | 47 Laggan Road, Maidenhead | 770 yd | |
| Pit Stop | ART House, St Peters Road | 804 yd | |
| The Lobster Pot | 12 Harrow Lane, Maidenhead | 864 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SASIA | Maidenhead Barbers, 138 Cookham Road | 941 yd | |
| Tesco | 67 Furze Platt Road, Maidenhead | 991 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Summerleaze Park NORTH TOWN MOOR | grass pitches | 865 yd |
| Laggan Field LAGGAN ROAD | grass pitches | 878 yd |
| Furze Platt Senior School FURZE PLATT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,090 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 | 53.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 109 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.