Burnham, Buckinghamshire | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Burnham

Burnham is a village located in Buckinghamshire, within the SL1 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of Slough and is part of the larger urban area of the Thames Valley. The village has a mix of residential properties, including both older cottages and more modern housing developments. Burnham is well connected by road, with the A404 and M4 motorway providing easy access to London and other parts of the region. The area includes local amenities such as shops, schools, and recreational facilities, including a community centre and sports grounds. Burnham is also home to a number of parks and green spaces, offering residents opportunities for walking and outdoor activities. The village has a long history, with records indicating settlement dating back to medieval times. Its proximity to London makes it a popular choice for commuters.

School Ratings in Burnham

Burnham is served by 151 schools. Chalvey Nursery School & Early Years Centre, Montem Academy, Herschel Grammar School and Eden Girls' School, Slough are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Burnham

Property prices average £487K across the area, and flats are the most common property type, typically selling for £245K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Burnham

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Burnham, with 120 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Burnham

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Burnham 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 Burnham

There are 18 GP surgeries within three miles of Burnham, the nearest being Burnham Health Centre (0.3 miles away).

Local Data for Burnham

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Property Prices 7,170 sales

Average Price £487K

£200 , £120.25M

Detached £683K 703

Semi £426K 1,543

Terraced £363K 1,604

Flat £245K 2,940

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

65 Primary

28 Secondary

58 Other

Outstanding 4

Good 16

Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the SL1 postcode area.

Burnham Family Centre Requires Improvement 0.3 miles St Peter's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Lent Rise School Primary 0.5 miles Burnham Grammar School Secondary Good 0.7 miles Our Lady of Peace Catholic Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 0.7 miles Orchard Avenue Children's Centre 0.8 miles Priory School Primary 0.8 miles St Nicolas' Church of England Combined School Primary Good 0.9 miles Al-Madani Independent Grammar School Not applicable Good 1.1 miles Haybrook College Not applicable 1.1 miles Lynch Hill School Primary Academy Primary Good 1.3 miles St. Andrew's Way Children's Centre 1.4 miles

Household Income in Burnham ONS 2023

The average total household income in Burnham is approximately £60,838 a year before tax, 10% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £45,116. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Burnham £60,838

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £45,116.

Businesses in Burnham ONS 2025

There are approximately 3,676 active businesses based in Burnham, around 46 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 101 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

3,676 Total businesses

46 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 90%

Small, 10-49 7%

Medium, 50-249 2%

Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Burnham IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Burnham 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

5/10

Income

4/10

Employment

6/10

Education

4/10

Health

7/10

Housing

3/10

Living Environment

6/10

Children 0-15 24%

Working age 65%

Older 65+ 11%

19,266 Children (0-15) 24%

52,793 Working Age 65%

8,720 Older (65+) 11%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 39.3% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 26.5% 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 Burnham 1,057 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Burnham 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 392

Anti-Social Behaviour 120

Public Order 88

Other Theft 85

Criminal Damage & Arson 80

Shoplifting 67

Vehicle Crime 60

Drugs 48

Burglary 38

Bicycle Theft 27

Robbery 20

Other Crime 19

Weapons 8

Theft from Person 5

Local Policing

Thames Valley Burnham, Farnhams and Taplow [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

Taplow Train Station 0.9 miles

Burnham (Buckinghamshire) Train Station 1.2 miles

Maidenhead Train Station 2.6 miles

Furze Platt Train Station 2.8 miles

Cookham Train Station 2.8 miles

Bourne End Train Station 3.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Lent 0 yards Taplow 0.6 miles Lent Rise 0.6 miles Lynch Hill 1.2 miles Rose Hill 1.2 miles Maidenhead Court 1.4 miles Cippenham 1.8 miles Britwell 1.9 miles Lake End 1.9 miles East Burnham 2 miles Dorney 2 miles Dorney Reach 2 miles

Local Government

District Slough

Ward Central

Constituency Slough

Parish Slough, unparished area

Region South East

Home Ownership in Burnham

Of the 27,869 households in and around Burnham, 50% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 33% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 50% Social rented 16% Private rented 33%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Burnham

What is the population of Burnham?

Burnham has a population of approximately 80,774 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Burnham?

The average property in and around Burnham sold for about £487,412, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 40% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Burnham a deprived area?

Burnham sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Burnham?

Burnham is covered by the SL1 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Burnham?

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

Where is the nearest train station to Burnham?

The nearest railway station to Burnham is Taplow Train Station, about 0.9 miles away.

Streets in SL1 30 shown View all streets

A412 2 Abbey Close 1 Abbey Park lane 2 Abbotts Way 3 Aberdeen Avenue 2 Adam Close 1 Adelaide Close 2 Adelphi Gardens 2 Ajax Avenue 3 Albert Close 1 Albert Street 8 Aldborough Spur 1 Aldbourne Road 1 Alder Close 1 Aldin Avenue North 1 Aldin Avenue South 2 Alexandra Road 2 Alice Lane 2 Almond Road 4 Alpha Street North 2 Alpha Street South 3 Amerden Way 2 Amesbury Road 1 Anslow Place 1 Anthony Way 2 Arborfield Close 1 Argyll Avenue 1 Arthur Road 2 Ashcroft Court 1 Ashmount Crescent 1

Postcodes in SL1 50 shown View all postcodes

SL1 0AB SL1 0AF SL1 0AH SL1 0AL SL1 0AS SL1 0AT SL1 0BB SL1 0BF SL1 0BG SL1 0BQ SL1 0BR SL1 0BS SL1 0BU SL1 0BW SL1 0BX SL1 0DA SL1 0DE SL1 0DG SL1 0DH SL1 0DJ SL1 0DL SL1 0DQ SL1 0DR SL1 0DS SL1 0DU SL1 0DW SL1 0DX SL1 0DZ SL1 0EA SL1 0EB SL1 0ED SL1 0EE SL1 0EF SL1 0EH SL1 0EJ SL1 0EL SL1 0EN SL1 0ES SL1 0EW SL1 0EZ SL1 0FA SL1 0FB SL1 0FF SL1 0FJ SL1 0FQ SL1 0FX SL1 0FY SL1 0FZ SL1 0GG SL1 0GH

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