About Rowsham

Rowsham is a small village located in Buckinghamshire, England, within the HP22 postcode area. It is situated approximately three miles from the larger town of Aylesbury, making it accessible for those looking to explore nearby amenities. The village features a mix of residential homes and 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. Rowsham is surrounded by the picturesque countryside of Buckinghamshire, offering opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. The village is well-connected by road, making it easy to reach other towns and attractions in the region.

School Ratings in Rowsham

Families in Rowsham have access to 53 local schools. Chiltern Way Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Rowsham

Homes sell for an average of £567K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £654K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Rowsham

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Other theft is the leading concern across Rowsham, with 18 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Rowsham

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Rowsham among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Rowsham

Rowsham benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,790 sales

Average Price £567K
£500 £20.1M
Detached £654K 2,306
Semi £434K 1,854
Terraced £368K 897
Flat £251K 486

Deprivation and Employment in Rowsham IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Rowsham experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
9/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,735 Children (0-15) 20%
28,729 Working Age 60%
12,113 Older (60+) 25%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.4% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.3% 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 Rowsham 149 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Rowsham is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

69 Violence & Sexual Offences
18 Other Theft
13 Criminal Damage & Arson
12 Vehicle Crime
10 Anti-Social Behaviour
8 Drugs
8 Public Order
4 Shoplifting
4 Other Crime
2 Burglary
1 Theft from Person
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

Aylesbury Train Station 3.6 miles
Aylesbury Vale Parkway Train Station 3.8 miles
Stoke Mandeville Train Station 4.8 miles
Cheddington Train Station 4.8 miles
Leighton Buzzard Train Station 5.7 miles
Little Kimble Train Station 7.6 miles

Location

Local Government

District Buckinghamshire
Ward Aston Clinton and Bierton
Constituency Aylesbury
Parish Aston Clinton
Region South East