Booker on the map
Location in BuckinghamshireBooker sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Booker
Booker is a small village located in the county of Buckinghamshire, within the HP12 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of Aylesbury and is surrounded by rural countryside, with open fields and scattered woodland. The village has a modest population and retains a quiet, village atmosphere. It is situated near the A41 road, providing access to nearby towns and cities. Booker has a local church and a few residential properties, with the surrounding area offering opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. The village is part of the Aylesbury Vale district and benefits from its proximity to larger centres while maintaining a peaceful rural character.
School Ratings in Booker
Booker is served by 80 schools. Chepping View Primary Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Booker
Property prices average £397K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £385K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Booker
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Booker, with 85 incidents logged in July 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Booker
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Booker 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 Booker
There are 13 GP surgeries within three miles of Booker, the nearest being Cressex Health Centre (0.7 miles away).
Property Prices 2,254 sales
Schools & Education 80 within 5 miles View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the HP12 postcode area.
Household Income in Booker ONS 2023
The average total household income in Booker is approximately £57,270 a year before tax, 4% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £43,590. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £43,590.
Businesses in Booker ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,036 active businesses based in Booker, around 42 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 86% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 38 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Booker IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Booker 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.
Crime in Booker 567 crimes · July 2026
Reported crime in Booker is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Booker
Of the 8,624 households in and around Booker, 63% are owned, 15% are socially rented and 22% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Booker.