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Ickford built-up area

Built-up area0.4 km² (0.2 sq mi)

Location in BuckinghamshireIckford sits where the marker shows within the county.

22,237
Population
5,227
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£71,124
Avg. household income
1,546
Businesses
129
People per km²
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About Ickford

Ickford is a small village located in Buckinghamshire, England, within the HP18 postcode area. It lies approximately four miles south of the town of Thame and is easily accessible via the A418 road. The village features a mix of residential homes and open green spaces, providing a quiet environment for its residents.

The local community is served by a primary school and a few small businesses, contributing to the village's sense of community. Nearby, the River Thame offers opportunities for leisurely walks and enjoying the natural surroundings. The area is primarily rural, with agricultural land surrounding the village, making it a suitable location for those who appreciate a slower pace of life.

School Ratings in Ickford

Ickford is served by 23 schools. Waddesdon Church of England School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ickford

Property prices average £475K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £379K.

Deprivation and Employment in Ickford

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Ickford falls within the mid-range nationally for overall 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.

Local Data for Ickford

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Property Prices 3,540 sales

Average Price £475K
£3K , £42M
Detached £621K 1,147
Semi £379K 1,194
Terraced £352K 726
Flat £220K 321

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

15 Primary
2 Secondary
6 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 6
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the HP18 postcode area.

Ickford School Primary Good 0.3 miles Chilworth House School Not applicable Outstanding 1.9 miles Chilworth House Upper School Not applicable Good 1.9 miles Oakley Church of England Combined School Primary 2.7 miles Great Milton Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Wheatley Park School Secondary 3 miles Long Crendon School Primary 3.1 miles Lord Williams's School Secondary Good 3.4 miles Wheatley Nursery School Nursery 3.5 miles John Watson School Good 3.5 miles Wheatley Church of England Primary School Primary 3.5 miles John Watson School Not applicable 3.5 miles

Household Income in Ickford ONS 2023

The average total household income in Ickford is approximately £71,124 a year before tax, 29% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £50,508. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Ickford £71,124
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £50,508.

Businesses in Ickford ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,546 active businesses based in Ickford, around 70 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 17 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,546 Total businesses
70 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Ickford IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ickford 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
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 23%
Working age 63%
Older 65+ 14%
5,162 Children (0-15) 23%
13,914 Working Age 63%
3,146 Older (65+) 14%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.7% 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

Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Haddenham And Thame Parkway Train Station 5.7 miles
Islip Train Station 8.5 miles
Radley Train Station 9.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Worminghall 0.6 miles Shabbington 1.2 miles Draycot 1.2 miles Waterperry 1.4 miles Waterstock 1.4 miles Tiddington 2 miles Camp Corner 2.5 miles Holton 2.6 miles Milton Common 2.6 miles Lower End 2.8 miles North Weston 2.8 miles Easington 3.1 miles

Local Government

District Buckinghamshire
County Oxfordshire
Ward Stone and Waddesdon
Constituency Buckingham
Parish Cuddington
Region South East

Home Ownership in Ickford

Of the 8,441 households in and around Ickford, 74% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 74% Social rented 13% Private rented 13%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Ickford

What is the population of Ickford?
Ickford has a population of approximately 22,237 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Ickford?
The average property in and around Ickford sold for about £474,907, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 36% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Ickford a deprived area?
Ickford sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Ickford?
Ickford is covered by the HP18 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Ickford?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Ickford, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Ickford?
The nearest railway station to Ickford is Haddenham And Thame Parkway Train Station, about 5.7 miles away.

Streets in HP18 30 shown View all streets

A41 5 Abbot Ridge 3 Akeman Road 11 Alderman Drive 1 Alma Street 2 Amber Close 1 Amorosa Gardens 1 Anstey Close 1 Arch Grove 1 Ashendon Road 2 Ashfield Rise 1 Ashmead Street 1 Auralia Close 1 Avalon Street 2 Averdal Drive 1 Aylesbury Road 11 B4011 10 Baker Street 3 Bakery Close 1 Barland Way 1 Barrack Hill 1 Beeley Street 1 Benton Mews 1 Bernard Close 1 Bernards Close 2 Bernewode Close 1 Bernwood Jubilee Way 1 Berwood Jubille Way 1 Bicester Road 9 Bilwell 1

Postcodes in HP18 50 shown View all postcodes

HP18 0AA HP18 0AB HP18 0AD HP18 0AE HP18 0AF HP18 0AG HP18 0AH HP18 0AJ HP18 0AL HP18 0AN HP18 0AP HP18 0AQ HP18 0AR HP18 0AS HP18 0AT HP18 0AU HP18 0AW HP18 0AX HP18 0AY HP18 0AZ HP18 0BA HP18 0BB HP18 0BD HP18 0BE HP18 0BF HP18 0BG HP18 0BH HP18 0BJ HP18 0BL HP18 0BN HP18 0BP HP18 0BQ HP18 0BS HP18 0BT HP18 0BU HP18 0BW HP18 0BX HP18 0BY HP18 0BZ HP18 0DA HP18 0DB HP18 0DD HP18 0DE HP18 0DF HP18 0DG HP18 0DH HP18 0DJ HP18 0DL HP18 0DN HP18 0DP