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Bowerdean

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About

Bowerdean is a residential area located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. It sits on the eastern edge of the town, near the M40 motorway, providing convenient access to London and Oxford. The area features a mix of housing, including semi-detached homes and terraced properties, with some post-war developments. Local amenities include schools, parks, and small shopping facilities, catering to daily needs.

The area is close to the Rye, a large open space popular for walks and outdoor activities. Bowerdean has good transport links, with bus routes connecting it to High Wycombe town centre and nearby areas. The neighbourhood is predominantly residential, with a quiet atmosphere, making it suitable for families and commuters. Its proximity to the town centre ensures access to larger shops and services while maintaining a more suburban feel.

Area overview

On average Bowerdean has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 67 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bowerdean is £58,400 per year. There are 1 schools in Bowerdean: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

7/10

Social housing

15.5%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Bowerdean Population

7,107

Population density

7,452 per km²

Demographics

British

2,502

35.19%

Pakistani

2,098

29.51%

Other White

686

9.65%

Other Asian

314

4.42%

Indian

252

3.54%

Total population: 7,109

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

845

33.87%

Private landlord or letting agency

627

25.13%

Owns outright

574

23.01%

Other social rented

298

11.94%

Social rents from council

3.29%

Total households: 2,495

Property prices in Bowerdean

Based on 69 recent sales, the median property price is £372,500 in Bowerdean area, with individual transactions ranging from £112,500 up to £640,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	2	£551,000	£470,900	£506,500	£595,500	£631,100
Flats	15	£240,000	£148,550	£206,500	£256,000	£281,500
Semi-Detached	41	£390,000	£310,000	£360,000	£430,000	£465,000
Terraced	11	£380,000	£173,000	£286,250	£392,500	£415,000

10 years price trend in Bowerdean

All postcodes in Bowerdean

HP136UD

Hobart Road

HP137LA

Totteridge Road

HP136DJ

Bowerdean

HP136JQ

Nicholas Gardens

HP136YB

Lucas Road

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail