Ballinger Bottom, Buckinghamshire | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Ballinger Bottom

Ballinger Bottom is a small settlement located in the civil parish of Ballinger, within Buckinghamshire, England. Situated in the HP16 postcode area, it lies to the south of the town of Aylesbury, offering a rural setting typical of the Buckinghamshire countryside. The area is characterised by open fields and scattered residential properties, with a mix of modern and traditional housing. It is close to the A418 road, providing convenient access to nearby towns and villages. The local environment is peaceful, with footpaths and bridleways allowing for walking and cycling. The community is small and close-knit, with local amenities including a village hall and a pub. The surrounding landscape features rolling hills and farmland, contributing to a quiet, countryside atmosphere.

School Ratings in Ballinger Bottom

Families in Ballinger Bottom have access to 58 local schools. Little Kingshill Combined School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 2 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ballinger Bottom

Homes sell for an average of £726K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £944K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ballinger Bottom

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Ballinger Bottom, with 5 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ballinger Bottom

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ballinger Bottom among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Healthcare in Ballinger Bottom

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Ballinger Bottom, the nearest being Prospect House Surgery (1.9 miles away).

Local Data for Ballinger Bottom

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Property Prices 1,442 sales

Average Price £726K

£100 , £11.5M

Detached £944K 634

Semi £592K 283

Terraced £447K 256

Flat £317K 178

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

38 Primary

6 Secondary

14 Other

Outstanding 1

Good 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the HP16 postcode area.

Lee Common Church of England School Primary Good 0.7 miles Chartridge Combined School Primary Good 0.9 miles Gateway School Not applicable 1.8 miles Great Missenden CofE Combined School Primary Good 1.8 miles Missenden Abbey Adult Education College Not applicable 1.9 miles The Misbourne School Secondary 2.1 miles Hyde Heath Infant School Primary 2.2 miles Chiltern Hills Academy Secondary Good 2.4 miles Ivingswood Academy Primary 2.6 miles Hawridge and Cholesbury Church of England School Primary 2.6 miles Elmtree Infant and Nursery School Primary 2.7 miles Little Missenden Church of England School Primary 2.8 miles

Household Income in Ballinger Bottom ONS 2023

The average total household income in Ballinger Bottom is approximately £78,031 a year before tax, 41% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £54,936. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Ballinger Bottom £78,031

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £54,936.

Businesses in Ballinger Bottom ONS 2025

There are approximately 714 active businesses based in Ballinger Bottom, around 59 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 94% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 6 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

714 Total businesses

59 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 94%

Small, 10-49 4%

Medium, 50-249 1%

Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Ballinger Bottom IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Ballinger Bottom experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation

8/10

Income

9/10

Employment

10/10

Education

9/10

Health

10/10

Housing

2/10

Living Environment

6/10

Children 0-15 18%

Working age 57%

Older 65+ 25%

2,189 Children (0-15) 18%

6,897 Working Age 57%

2,995 Older (65+) 25%

Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 10.4% of children in income-deprived families

Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 5.4% 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 Ballinger Bottom 37 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Ballinger Bottom are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

Violence & Sexual Offences 16

Anti-Social Behaviour 5

Criminal Damage & Arson 5

Other Theft 2

Public Order 2

Shoplifting 2

Vehicle Crime 2

Burglary 1

Drugs 1

Robbery 1

Local Policing

Thames Valley Chesham [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

Great Missenden Train Station 1.9 miles

Amersham Train Station 4.4 miles

Tring Train Station 5.8 miles

Little Kimble Train Station 5.9 miles

Chalfont And Latimer Train Station 6.2 miles

Stoke Mandeville Train Station 6.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Ballinger Common 0 yards Ballinger Bottom (South) 0.6 miles The Lee 0.9 miles Lee Clump 0.9 miles Lee Common 0.9 miles Chartridge 1.2 miles Pednor Bottom 1.2 miles Hunt's Green 1.2 miles South Heath 1.2 miles Little Wood Corner 1.2 miles Asheridge 1.4 miles Frith-hill 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Buckinghamshire

Ward Great Missenden

Constituency Chesham and Amersham

Parish Great Missenden

Region South East

Home Ownership in Ballinger Bottom

Of the 4,997 households in and around Ballinger Bottom, 80% are owned, 9% are socially rented and 11% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 80% Social rented 9% Private rented 11%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Ballinger Bottom

What is the population of Ballinger Bottom?

Ballinger Bottom has a population of approximately 12,085 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Ballinger Bottom?

The average property in and around Ballinger Bottom sold for about £726,295, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 108% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Ballinger Bottom a deprived area?

Ballinger Bottom sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Ballinger Bottom?

Ballinger Bottom is covered by the HP16 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Ballinger Bottom?

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

Where is the nearest train station to Ballinger Bottom?

The nearest railway station to Ballinger Bottom is Great Missenden Train Station, about 1.9 miles away.

Streets in HP16 30 shown View all streets

A4128 4 A413 2 Abbey Walk 1 Augustine Mews 1 Aylesbury Road 2 Back Lane 1 Ballinger Road 5 Barley View 1 Beech Lane 1 Bernards Close 1 Blackfield Lane 1 Blacksmith Lane 2 Blackthorne Lane 1 Blind Lane 1 Bouquet Close 1 Broombarn Lane 2 Broomfield Close 2 Broomfield Hill 1 Browns Road 2 Bryants Bottom Road 6 Carrington Way 1 Chequers Drive 1 Chequers Lane 2 Cherry Close 1 Cherry Tree Lane 1 Chesham Lane 9 Chesham Road 4 Chiltern Manor Park 1 Chiltern Road 3 Church Lane 1

Postcodes in HP16 50 shown View all postcodes

HP16 0AA HP16 0AF HP16 0AH HP16 0AL HP16 0AN HP16 0AQ HP16 0AR HP16 0AS HP16 0AT HP16 0AU HP16 0AW HP16 0AX HP16 0AY HP16 0AZ HP16 0BA HP16 0BB HP16 0BD HP16 0BE HP16 0BG HP16 0BH HP16 0BJ HP16 0BL HP16 0BN HP16 0BP HP16 0BQ HP16 0BS HP16 0BT HP16 0BU HP16 0BW HP16 0BX HP16 0BY HP16 0BZ HP16 0DA HP16 0DE HP16 0DF HP16 0DG HP16 0DH HP16 0DJ HP16 0DL HP16 0DN HP16 0DP HP16 0DR HP16 0DS HP16 0DU HP16 0DX HP16 0DZ HP16 0EA HP16 0EB HP16 0ED HP16 0EE

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