Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Aylesbury

Aylesbury is the county town of Buckinghamshire, located in south-central England. It lies within the HP21 postcode area and serves as a key local hub for commerce and administration. The town has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to Roman times, and it remains an important centre for the surrounding rural area. Aylesbury is well connected by road and rail, with a mainline station providing regular services to London and other regional destinations. The town features a mix of historic buildings and modern developments, including a market square that hosts regular events and a weekly market. It is also home to several cultural venues, such as the Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, which offers a range of performances. The town’s central location makes it a convenient base for exploring the wider Buckinghamshire countryside.

School Ratings in Aylesbury

Aylesbury is served by 54 schools. Turnfurlong Junior School, Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School and Aylesbury High School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Aylesbury

Property prices average £427K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £384K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Aylesbury

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Aylesbury, with 108 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Aylesbury

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Aylesbury falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Aylesbury

There are 16 GP surgeries within three miles of Aylesbury, the nearest being Music Bucks (0.3 miles away).

Local Data for Aylesbury

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Property Prices 21,612 sales

Average Price £427K

£500 , £50.03M

Detached £606K 5,694

Semi £384K 6,351

Terraced £311K 5,442

Flat £199K 3,353

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

33 Primary

9 Secondary

12 Other

Outstanding 4

Good 8

Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the HP21 postcode area.

Southcourt Family Centre Plus (Aylesbury) Good 0.2 miles Buckinghamshire College Group 16 plus Good 0.2 miles Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School Secondary Outstanding 0.2 miles Oak Green School Primary 0.3 miles Aylesbury UTC Secondary Requires Improvement 0.3 miles Pebble Brook School Not applicable Good 0.3 miles Bearbrook Combined School Primary 0.4 miles Aylesbury High School Secondary Outstanding 0.7 miles Elmhurst Family Centre (Aylesbury) 0.7 miles Elmhurst School Primary Requires Improvement 0.7 miles Aylesbury Grammar School Secondary Outstanding 0.8 miles Stocklake Park Community School Not applicable Good 0.8 miles

Household Income in Aylesbury ONS 2023

The average total household income in Aylesbury is approximately £67,584 a year before tax, 22% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £47,478. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Aylesbury £67,584

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £47,478.

Businesses in Aylesbury ONS 2025

There are approximately 6,324 active businesses based in Aylesbury, around 44 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 75 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

6,324 Total businesses

44 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 91%

Small, 10-49 8%

Medium, 50-249 1%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Aylesbury IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Aylesbury in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation

7/10

Income

6/10

Employment

6/10

Education

5/10

Health

7/10

Housing

5/10

Living Environment

8/10

Children 0-15 21%

Working age 63%

Older 65+ 16%

29,692 Children (0-15) 21%

90,428 Working Age 63%

22,809 Older (65+) 16%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25.8% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.6% of over-60s in income-deprived households

Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Aylesbury 795 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Aylesbury experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established city.

Violence & Sexual Offences 304

Shoplifting 108

Anti-Social Behaviour 77

Public Order 67

Other Theft 60

Vehicle Crime 53

Criminal Damage & Arson 43

Other Crime 21

Burglary 18

Drugs 17

Weapons 8

Bicycle Theft 7

Robbery 7

Theft from Person 5

Local Policing

Thames Valley Aylesbury South [email protected] Visit force website →

Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Aylesbury Train Station 0.2 miles

Aylesbury Vale Parkway Train Station 1.9 miles

Stoke Mandeville Train Station 2.3 miles

Little Kimble Train Station 4.4 miles

Monks Risborough Train Station 5.5 miles

Haddenham And Thame Parkway Train Station 5.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Walton 0.6 miles Walton Court 0.6 miles Southcourt 0.6 miles Manor Park 0.9 miles Victoria Park 1.2 miles Lower Hartwell 1.4 miles Quarrendon 1.4 miles Elmhurst 1.4 miles Sedrup 1.8 miles Bierton 1.8 miles Broughton 1.9 miles Stone 2 miles

Local Government

District Buckinghamshire

Ward Aylesbury East

Constituency Aylesbury

Parish Aylesbury

Region South East

Home Ownership in Aylesbury

Of the 57,056 households in and around Aylesbury, 69% are owned, 15% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 69% Social rented 15% Private rented 16%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Aylesbury.

Frequently Asked Questions about Aylesbury

What is the population of Aylesbury?

Aylesbury has a population of approximately 142,956 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Aylesbury?

The average property in and around Aylesbury sold for about £427,085, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 22% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Aylesbury a deprived area?

Aylesbury sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Aylesbury?

Aylesbury is covered by the HP17, HP18, HP19, HP20, HP21, HP22 postcode districts.

How many schools are there in Aylesbury?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Aylesbury, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Aylesbury?

The nearest railway station to Aylesbury is Aylesbury Train Station, about 0.2 miles away.

Streets in Aylesbury 30 shown View all streets

A41 7 A4129 2 A413 16 A418 13 Abbey Road 2 Abbot Ridge 3 Abbotts Close 1 Abbotts Road 1 Abbotts Way 1 Acres Way 1 Addington Cottages 2 Adkins Close 1 Aidan Close 1 Ailward Road 2 Aiston Place 1 Akeman Road 12 Albany Place 1 Albert Orchard 1 Albert Street 2 Albion Street 1 Alder Road 1 Alderman Drive 1 Alderson Close 1 Alexander Road 2 Alham Road 1 Allonby Way 2 Alma Street 2 Almond Tree Drive 1 Alwin Close 1 Amber Close 1

Postcodes in Aylesbury 50 shown View all postcodes

HP17 0BF HP17 0BU HP17 0BX HP17 0RA HP17 0RB HP17 0TG HP17 0TJ HP17 0TL HP17 0TQ HP17 0TR HP17 0TS HP17 0TT HP17 0TU HP17 0TW HP17 0TX HP17 0TZ HP17 0UA HP17 0UB HP17 0UE HP17 0UF HP17 0UG HP17 0UL HP17 0UP HP17 0UR HP17 0UT HP17 0UX HP17 0UZ HP17 0XA HP17 0XB HP17 0XD HP17 0XE HP17 0XF HP17 0XG HP17 0XH HP17 0XJ HP17 0XL HP17 0XN HP17 0XP HP17 0XR HP17 0XS HP17 0XU HP17 0YS HP17 8AA HP17 8AB HP17 8AD HP17 8AE HP17 8AF HP17 8AG HP17 8AH HP17 8AJ

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