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Great Missenden

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About

Great Missenden is a ward in Buckinghamshire, located in the Chiltern Hills. The area is known for its rural character, with a mix of woodland, farmland, and picturesque villages. The River Misbourne runs through the ward, adding to its natural appeal. The historic market town of Great Missenden serves as the focal point, offering local amenities and a sense of community.

The ward has strong transport links, with the A413 road providing access to nearby towns and the M25 motorway. Great Missenden railway station offers direct services to London, making it a commuter-friendly location. The area is also associated with the famous author Roald Dahl, who lived here and is commemorated at the Roald Dahl Museum. The ward combines countryside living with convenient access to urban centres.

Area overview

On average Great Missenden has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 41 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Great Missenden is £60,014 per year. There are 8 schools in Great Missenden: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
41
Deprivation level
1/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
9.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Great Missenden Population
10,103
Population density
459.1 per km²

Demographics

British
9,003
89.11%
Other White
384
3.8%
Indian
121
1.2%
Irish
112
1.11%
White and Asian (mixed)
109
1.08%
Total population: 10,103

Housing

Owns outright
1,857
44.16%
Owns with a mortgage
1,464
34.82%
Private landlord or letting agency
379
9.01%
Other social rented
364
8.66%
Other forms of private rent
75
1.78%
Total households: 4,205

Property prices in Great Missenden

Based on 127 recent sales, the median property price is £600,000 in Great Missenden area, with individual transactions ranging from £146,000 up to £2,800,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached52£848,500
Flats16£285,000
Semi-Detached33£452,500
Terraced26£475,000

10 years price trend in Great Missenden

All postcodes in Great Missenden

HP160QE

Green Lane

HP160RX

Wycombe Road

HP160SH

Fair Acres

HP169EU

High Street

HP169QZ

Honor End Lane

HP70QY

Beamond End Lane
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.