About Bourne End

Bourne End is a village located in Buckinghamshire, within the SL8 postcode area of England. It lies on the banks of the River Thames, close to the border with Berkshire. The village is known for its riverside setting and is a popular spot for walking and boating. The historic Bourne End railway station, which opened in 1854, provides regular services to London and other nearby towns. The area is characterised by a mix of residential properties, including some period houses, and a small number of local shops and pubs. The village has a community centre and a church, contributing to its local character. Its proximity to the Thames Path makes it a convenient base for those exploring the river and surrounding countryside.

School Ratings in Bourne End

Bourne End is served by 122 schools. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bourne End

Property prices average £696K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £1.1M.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bourne End

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Drugs accounts for the highest share in Bourne End, with 11 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bourne End

Bourne End falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bourne End

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Bourne End, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,062 sales

Average Price £696K
£1K — £4.77M
Detached £1.07M 355
Semi £560K 285
Terraced £444K 170
Flat £336K 194

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

64 Primary
17 Secondary
41 Other
Westfield School Good 65 yards E-Act Bourne End Academy Secondary Good 0.2 miles Claytons Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles St Paul's Church of England Combined School, Wooburn Primary Good 0.6 miles Juniper Hill School Primary Good 1.2 miles Little Marlow CofE School Primary Good 1.3 miles Holy Trinity CofE Primary School, Cookham Primary Good 1.4 miles Wooburn Green Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Carrington Junior School Primary 1.5 miles Carrington Infant School Primary 1.5 miles Cookham Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 1.6 miles Cookham Rise Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bourne End IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Bourne End among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
9/10
Income
9/10
Employment
9/10
Education
9/10
Health
10/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
1,871 Children (0-15) 17%
6,276 Working Age 58%
3,501 Older (60+) 32%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 8.5% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 6.5% 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 Bourne End 59 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Bourne End 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.

24 Violence & Sexual Offences
11 Drugs
9 Vehicle Crime
4 Burglary
4 Public Order
3 Shoplifting
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Bourne End Train Station 0.1 miles
Cookham Train Station 1.6 miles
Marlow Train Station 2.5 miles
Furze Platt Train Station 3.4 miles
Beaconsfield Train Station 3.6 miles
High Wycombe Train Station 3.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Wooburn 0.6 miles Cores End 0.6 miles Well End 0.9 miles Fern 0.9 miles Hawks Hill 0.9 miles Hedsor 1.2 miles Berghers Hill 1.2 miles Flackwell Heath 1.2 miles Cookham 1.2 miles Little Marlow 1.4 miles Wooburn Green 1.4 miles Widmoor 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Buckinghamshire
Ward The Wooburns, Bourne End and Hedsor
Constituency Beaconsfield
Parish Wooburn
Region South East

Streets in SL8 30 shown View all streets

A4094 1 Abbey Road 1 Abney Court Drive 1 Andrews Reach 2 Avalon Road 1 Blind Lane 11 Boston Drive 2 Bourne Close 1 Bramley Gardens 3 Brantridge Lane 2 Brent Road 1 Bridgestone Drive 2 Burnham Close 2 Burroughs Crescent 1 Camden Place 2 Chalklands 4 Chapman Lane 1 Cherwell Road 1 Chilterns Park 1 Claytons Meadow 1 Cliffords Way 1 Coldmoorholme Lane 1 Cores End Road 20 CRESSINGTON COURT 1 Cressington Place 4 Dandridge Drive 1 Donkey Lane 2 East Ridge 1 Eastern Drive 2 Edgar Wallace Place 1

Postcodes in SL8 50 shown View all postcodes

SL8 5AA SL8 5AB SL8 5AD SL8 5AE SL8 5AG SL8 5AH SL8 5AJ SL8 5AL SL8 5AN SL8 5AP SL8 5AQ SL8 5AR SL8 5AS SL8 5AT SL8 5AU SL8 5AW SL8 5AX SL8 5AY SL8 5AZ SL8 5BB SL8 5BD SL8 5BE SL8 5BG SL8 5BH SL8 5BJ SL8 5BL SL8 5BN SL8 5BP SL8 5BQ SL8 5BS SL8 5BT SL8 5BU SL8 5BW SL8 5BX SL8 5BY SL8 5BZ SL8 5DA SL8 5DB SL8 5DF SL8 5DG SL8 5DH SL8 5DJ SL8 5DL SL8 5DN SL8 5DP SL8 5DQ SL8 5DS SL8 5DT SL8 5DW SL8 5DX