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England / South East / Slough

About

Slough is a large town in Berkshire, located within the South East of England. It sits just west of Greater London, making it part of the capital's commuter belt. The area is known for its industrial and business parks, including the Slough Trading Estate, one of the largest in Europe. The town has strong transport links, with the M4 motorway and direct rail connections to London Paddington.

Slough has a mix of residential and commercial areas, with a growing population. The town centre features shopping facilities, including the Queensmere Observatory shopping centre. Nearby attractions include Windsor Castle and Legoland, which draw visitors to the region. Slough's proximity to Heathrow Airport also adds to its connectivity. The area has seen redevelopment in recent years, with new housing and infrastructure projects.

Area overview

On average Slough has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 96 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Slough is £62,244 per year. There are 58 schools in Slough: 29 primary (5 Outstanding and 23 Good) and 15 secondary (7 Outstanding and 5 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
96
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
18.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Slough

Based on 833 recent sales, the median property price is £386,000 in Slough area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £1,300,000.

By property type (last year):
TypeSalesMedian
Detached79£600,000
Flats256£240,000
Semi-Detached197£470,000
Terraced301£390,000

10 years price trend in Slough

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.