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The Risboroughs

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About

The Risboroughs ward is located in Buckinghamshire, covering the town of Princes Risborough and its surrounding villages, including Monks Risborough and Ilmer. The area is known for its mix of urban and rural landscapes, with the Chiltern Hills providing a scenic backdrop. Princes Risborough serves as a local hub with amenities such as shops, schools, and transport links, including a railway station connecting to London.

The ward features a blend of historic and modern housing, with older properties in the town centre and newer developments on the outskirts. Agriculture and woodland play a significant role in the local economy, with farmland and nature reserves like the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty nearby. Community events and markets are regularly held, reflecting the area's strong local identity.

Area overview

On average The Risboroughs has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 46 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in The Risboroughs is £53,283 per year. There are 4 schools in The Risboroughs: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
46
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
11.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

The Risboroughs Population
10,308
Population density
449.2 per km²

Demographics

British
9,065
87.94%
Other White
398
3.86%
Irish
109
1.06%
Pakistani
99
0.96%
White and Asian (mixed)
99
0.96%
Total population: 10,308

Housing

Owns outright
1,982
43.74%
Owns with a mortgage
1,349
29.77%
Other social rented
506
11.17%
Private landlord or letting agency
440
9.71%
Social rents from council
128
2.82%
Total households: 4,531

Property prices in The Risboroughs

Based on 142 recent sales, the median property price is £486,000 in The Risboroughs area, with individual transactions ranging from £175,000 up to £1,450,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached57£700,000
Flats28£285,000
Semi-Detached38£475,000
Terraced19£373,150

10 years price trend in The Risboroughs

All postcodes in The Risboroughs

HP270BW

Oak Road

HP270JB

Southfield Road

HP270JJ

New Road

HP279EN

Goodearl Place

HP279HS

Alscot Lane

HP279JD

Princes Risborough

HP279LU

Askett Lane

HP279RZ

Longwick Road
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Data Sources

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