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Location in BuckinghamshireBuckland Common sits where the marker shows within the county.

17,966
Population
7,223
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£77,214
Avg. household income
1,161
Businesses
287
People per km²
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About Buckland Common

Buckland Common is a village located in the county of Buckinghamshire, within the HP23 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of Aylesbury, situated in a rural part of the Chiltern Hills. The area is characterised by open countryside and scattered residential properties, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. The village is close to the A41 road, providing access to nearby towns and cities. Buckland Common is part of the civil parish of Buckland, and the surrounding landscape includes fields, hedgerows, and woodland. The community is quiet and residential, with local amenities including a village hall and a small shop. The area is popular with commuters due to its proximity to Aylesbury and the wider transport network.

School Ratings in Buckland Common

There are 55 schools in and around Buckland Common. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Buckland Common

The average property price is £655K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £422K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Buckland Common

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Buckland Common, with 23 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Buckland Common

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Buckland Common ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Healthcare in Buckland Common

There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Buckland Common, the nearest being Rothschild House Group (2.9 miles away).

Local Data for Buckland Common

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Property Prices 2,660 sales

Average Price £655K
£500 , £42M
Detached £853K 757
Semi £577K 690
Terraced £422K 842
Flat £266K 244

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

35 Primary
6 Secondary
14 Other
Good 6

Ofsted ratings for schools in the HP23 postcode area.

Hawridge and Cholesbury Church of England School Primary 1.1 miles Chartridge Combined School Primary Good 1.7 miles Lee Common Church of England School Primary Good 1.8 miles St Bartholomew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Wigginton Primary 2.4 miles Ivingswood Academy Primary 2.8 miles Tring Park School for the Performing Arts Not applicable 2.9 miles Goldfield Infants' and Nursery School Primary 3.1 miles Bishop Wood Church of England Junior School, Tring Primary Good 3.1 miles Chiltern Hills Academy Secondary Good 3.1 miles Egerton-Rothesay School Not applicable 3.2 miles Elmtree Infant and Nursery School Primary 3.3 miles Chiltern Way Academy Not applicable Outstanding 3.3 miles

Household Income in Buckland Common ONS 2023

The average total household income in Buckland Common is approximately £77,214 a year before tax, 40% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £53,910. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Buckland Common £77,214
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £53,910.

Businesses in Buckland Common ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,161 active businesses based in Buckland Common, around 65 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 16 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,161 Total businesses
65 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 92%
Small, 10-49 6%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Buckland Common IMD 2025

Buckland Common is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
9/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 60%
Older 65+ 21%
3,388 Children (0-15) 19%
10,822 Working Age 60%
3,756 Older (65+) 21%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 15.4% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.6% 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 Buckland Common 60 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Buckland Common records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Anti-social behaviour is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled small town with a strong sense of community.

Anti-Social Behaviour 23
Violence & Sexual Offences 17
Criminal Damage & Arson 5
Burglary 4
Other Theft 4
Shoplifting 3
Public Order 2
Drugs 1
Theft from Person 1
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

Great Missenden Train Station 3.7 miles
Tring Train Station 3.9 miles
Amersham Train Station 5.7 miles
Stoke Mandeville Train Station 5.8 miles
Little Kimble Train Station 6.2 miles
Chalfont And Latimer Train Station 7.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Cholesbury 0.9 miles St Leonards 0.9 miles Bellingdon 1.4 miles Swan Bottom 1.4 miles Lanes End 1.4 miles Chivery 1.4 miles Asheridge 1.4 miles The Lee 1.8 miles Lee Clump 1.8 miles Lee Common 1.8 miles Heath End 1.9 miles Lee Gate 2 miles

Local Government

District Dacorum
County Hertfordshire
Ward Tring West and Rural
Constituency South West Hertfordshire
Parish Tring
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Buckland Common

Of the 7,475 households in and around Buckland Common, 76% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 76% Social rented 11% Private rented 13%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Buckland Common

What is the population of Buckland Common?
Buckland Common has a population of approximately 17,966 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Buckland Common?
The average property in and around Buckland Common sold for about £655,166, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 88% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Buckland Common a deprived area?
Buckland Common 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 Buckland Common?
Buckland Common is covered by the HP23 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Buckland Common?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Buckland Common, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Buckland Common?
The nearest railway station to Buckland Common is Great Missenden Train Station, about 3.7 miles away.

Streets in HP23 30 shown View all streets

A41 2 A4251 7 Abstacle Hill 2 Akeman Street 5 Albert Street 6 Alnwick Drive 1 Anns Close 2 Ardwick Close 1 Arrewig Lane 1 Ash Road 1 Astrope Lane 2 Aylesbury Road 1 B489 3 Barbers Walk 1 Beacon Way 1 Beaconsfield Road 2 Beech Grove 1 Beech Parkhomes 3 Beechwood Drive 1 Beggars Lane 1 Belmers Road 1 Betlow Farm Industrial Estate 1 Blaine Close 1 Blainways Avenue 1 Bottom House Lane 2 Bottom Road 5 Bromley 1 Brook Street 6 Brookfield Close 1 Broomstick Lane 1

Postcodes in HP23 50 shown View all postcodes

HP23 4AB HP23 4AF HP23 4AG HP23 4AJ HP23 4AL HP23 4AN HP23 4AP HP23 4AR HP23 4AS HP23 4AT HP23 4AU HP23 4AW HP23 4AX HP23 4AY HP23 4AZ HP23 4BA HP23 4BB HP23 4BE HP23 4BF HP23 4BH HP23 4BJ HP23 4BN HP23 4BQ HP23 4BS HP23 4BT HP23 4BU HP23 4BW HP23 4BX HP23 4BZ HP23 4DA HP23 4DB HP23 4DD HP23 4DE HP23 4DF HP23 4DG HP23 4DH HP23 4DJ HP23 4DN HP23 4DP HP23 4DQ HP23 4DR HP23 4DS HP23 4DT HP23 4DU HP23 4DW HP23 4DX HP23 4DY HP23 4DZ HP23 4EA HP23 4ED