Kingsley Drive is in Marlow and in Buckinghamshire district. SL7 3QR is located in the Chiltern Villages electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wycombe. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kingsley Drive, Marlow, SL7 3QR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SL7 3YA, SL7 3PJ, SL7 3PH, SL7 3PL, SL7 3PW, SL7 3NS, SL7 3PN, SL7 3PP, SL7 3QY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SL7 3QR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.2% | 50.9% | 2.7% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 51.8% | 49.1% | -2.7% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 SL7 3QR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.9% 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 | 23.9% | 23.3% | -0.6% | 37.9% | -14.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.7% | 64.9% | 4.2% | 44.2% | 20.7% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 5.3% | -3.9% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 6.1% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.7%) 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 | 64.8% | 62.3% | -2.5% | 48.4% | 13.9% |
| Good health | 25.9% | 27.4% | 1.5% | 33.6% | -6.2% |
| Fair health | 8.5% | 7.2% | -1.3% | 12.7% | -5.5% |
| Bad health | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.6% | 11.9% | 2.3% | 18.2% | -6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 3.8% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 12.3% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 4.6% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 18% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.7% | 49% | 2.3% | 33.8% | 15.2% |
| Other | 2.9% | 0.4% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 2.5% | 3% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -0.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 91.8% | 95.5% | 3.7% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 91.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.4% | 91.8% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.8% | 3% | 0.2% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 1.8% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.5% | 91.6% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 6.9% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.6% | 0.3% | -7.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.8% | 76.7% | 16.1% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 3.6% | 13.5% | -9.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.5% | 37.2% | 2.3% |
| Christian | 50.3% | 46.2% | 4.1% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Sikh | 2.7% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingsley Drive was 24.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.3% lower than the Chiltern Villages average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kingsley Drive has the 32nd highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Chiltern Villages and the 450th lowest crime rate of 1,637 local areas in Buckinghamshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 18.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Kingsley Drive, Marlow, Buckinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2024-09-30 | £386,965 |
| 5B Kingsley Drive, Marlow, Buckinghamshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2024-06-13 | £431,741 |
| 12 Kingsley Drive, Marlow, Buckinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £487,500 | 2024-05-17 | £509,477 |
| 22 Kingsley Drive, Marlow, Buckinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2020-03-06 | £429,908 |
| 5 Kingsley Drive, Marlow, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £492,500 | 2016-06-03 | £595,277 |
SL7 3QR 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 | 101 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Education | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Information and communication | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burford School Marlow Bottom , SL7 3PQ | 3out of 4 | 177 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlow Church of England Infant School Sandygate Road , SL7 3AZ | 4out of 4 | 1,414 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School Prospect Road , SL7 2PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,749 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England (Aided) School Wethered Road , SL7 3AG | 4out of 4 | 1,804 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Foxes Piece School Newfield Road , SL7 1JW | 3out of 4 | 1,994 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Marlow School Bobmore Lane , SL7 1JE | 3out of 4 | 1,849 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir William Borlase's Grammar School West Street , SL7 2BR | 4out of 4 | 2,373 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cressex Community School Holmers Lane , HP12 4QA | 3out of 4 | 3,051 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Hampden Grammar School Marlow Hill , HP11 1SZ | 4out of 4 | 3,646 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Wycombe High School Marlow Road , HP11 1TB | 4out of 4 | 3,945 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Catholic School Daws Hill Lane , HP11 1PW | 3out of 4 | 4,102 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Jam Academy Jam Theatre Studios , 45a West Street SL7 2LS | - not rated | 2,342 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kite Ridge School Verney Avenue , HP12 3NE | 3out of 4 | 3,574 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chiltern Wood School Verney Avenue , HP12 3NE | 3out of 4 | 3,652 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Herries Preparatory School Dean Lane , Cookham Dean SL6 9BD | - not rated | 4,135 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Buckinghamshire Unit 3 - Spearmast Industrial Estate , Land End Road HP12 4JG | - not rated | 4,845 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Da Luca | 5 Kingswood Parade, Marlow Bottom Road | 615 yd | |
| Tin Town Coffee | 4A Brucewood Parade, Marlow Bottom Road | 682 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Barn Club | 63 Marlow Bottom Road, Marlow Bottom | 460 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oysters Fish & Chips Marlow Bottom | 1 Brucewood Parade, Marlow Bottom Road | 692 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Burford School Marlow Bottom | grass pitches | 152 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 | 96.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.4% |
| 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 | 3.6% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 205.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.