About Penn Street

Penn Street is a small village located in Buckinghamshire, England, within the HP7 postcode area. The village features a collection of traditional houses and cottages, many of which reflect the architectural styles typical of the region. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape, making it a pleasant area for outdoor activities. The village has a local pub that serves food and drink, providing a social hub for residents and visitors alike. There are also a few small shops catering to everyday needs. Penn Street is conveniently situated near larger towns, allowing easy access to more extensive amenities and services while maintaining a peaceful village atmosphere.

School Ratings in Penn Street

Penn Street is served by 98 schools. Stony Dean School and Dr Challoner's High School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 2 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Penn Street

Property prices average £732K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £1.1M.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Penn Street

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Public order accounts for the highest share in Penn Street, with 9 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Penn Street

Penn Street 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 Penn Street

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Penn Street, 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 1,379 sales

Average Price £732K
£310 — £8.98M
Detached £1.08M 395
Semi £664K 351
Terraced £566K 215
Flat £402K 319

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

60 Primary
12 Secondary
26 Other
Curzon Church of England Combined School Primary 157 yards Holmer Green Junior School Primary Good 1.2 miles Holmer Green Senior School Secondary Good 1.5 miles Little Missenden Church of England School Primary 1.6 miles Coleshill Church of England Infant School Primary Good 1.6 miles Holmer Green First School and Pre-School Primary Good 1.7 miles Manor Farm Community Infant School Primary 2 miles Manor Farm Junior School Primary 2 miles St Mary's CofE Primary School, Amersham Primary 2 miles Tylers Green First School Primary Good 2.1 miles Sir William Ramsay School Secondary 2.2 miles Cedar Park School & Nursery Primary Good 2.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Penn Street IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Penn Street 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
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
4,401 Children (0-15) 20%
12,219 Working Age 57%
6,019 Older (60+) 28%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 10.6% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.7% 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

Crime in Penn Street 76 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Penn Street experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established small town.

37 Violence & Sexual Offences
9 Public Order
7 Anti-Social Behaviour
7 Shoplifting
5 Vehicle Crime
4 Other Crime
3 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Other Theft
1 Burglary
1 Drugs
Local Policing
Thames Valley Chalfonts 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

Amersham Train Station 2.6 miles
Beaconsfield Train Station 3.4 miles
Great Missenden Train Station 3.6 miles
High Wycombe Train Station 4.1 miles
Seer Green And Jordans Train Station 4.4 miles
Chalfont And Latimer Train Station 4.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Woodrow 0.6 miles Beamond End 0.6 miles Winchmore Hill 0.9 miles Little Missenden 1.2 miles Penn Bottom 1.2 miles Coleshill 1.4 miles Holmer Green 1.4 miles Tylers Green 1.8 miles Little Boys Heath 1.8 miles Mantles Green 2 miles Amersham Old Town 2 miles Hazlemere 2 miles

Local Government

District Buckinghamshire
Ward Penn Wood and Old Amersham
Constituency Chesham and Amersham
Parish Amersham
Region South East

Streets in HP7 30 shown View all streets

A413 5 Abrahams Close 1 Acres End 1 Amersham Place 1 Amersham Road 7 Applefield 2 Appleton Close 1 Arbour View 2 Ashleigh Close 1 Ashmead Place 1 Barracks Hill 2 Batchelors Way 3 Beamond End Lane 2 Beech Grove 2 Beel Close 1 Bell Lane 1 Birch Gardens 1 Black Acre Close 1 Bottrells Lane 1 Bramble Lane 2 Broadway 5 Broadway Close 1 Burtons Lane 2 Bury Farm 1 Canterbury Close 1 Cedar Grove 1 Chalfont Station Road 3 Chalk Hill 1 Chancellors 1 Chase Close 1

Postcodes in HP7 50 shown View all postcodes

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