High Wycombe: Best places for homebuyers

The town boasts famous links to James Corden, Little Mix star Leigh-Anne Pinnock and Aaron Taylor-Johnson, who is rumoured to be the next James Bond - and a selection of properties at all price points. 

High Wycombe is also known for a quick access to central London while property prices are still below London house prices.

Here are ten best places to live in High Wycombe ranked by removal company Compare My Move.

1.Tylers Green

Tylers Green is one of the more expensive areas of High Wycombe, with a current average house price of £731,614. It’s located close to Hazlemere in the Chiltern Hills and on the outskirts of the main town. There are two schools in the area, and Tylers Green has its own cricket club and football team.

It’s a quieter location, with woodland walks, but is still only a 10-minute drive from the centre of High Wycombe, providing a good balance of town and more rural living. Buses to the town centre will take around 50 minutes.

2.Hazlemere

Hazlemere is situated just outside of High Wycombe and is its own civil parish. However, due to its close proximity and it being a fantastic area to live, we have included it in our list. The village has an approximate population of just under 10,000. To reach the centre of High Wycombe it will only take 10 minutes by car, and 20 minutes by bus, which is useful.

The crime rates in Hazlemere are some of the lowest in the area, and the town is a peaceful place to live. It’s located near Great Kingshill and Penn, which offers a taste of countryside living. The area is quite affluent, so buyers can expect to pay more when purchasing a property.

3.Downley

Dowley is a popular area very close to High Wycombe. It’s situated in the Chiltern Hills, above the main town. This area has a smaller population with under 2,500 residents. It’s quite a large part of High Wycombe and has some schools and a community centre. The Downley Common is a large green space that’s popular with residents.

Being only a short 7-minute drive and a 20-minute bus journey to the town centre, Downley is a convenient location to live. There is a good mixture of different property types to purchase in the area, and based on Rightmove’s data, it’s a popular area to purchase homes.

4.Sands

Sands is a suburban area of High Wycombe. Around 6,000 people are living in Sands, and there is a wide variety of different housing options available. The area is close to the town centre, being only a 7-minute drive. This is convenient as the area is close to the Eden Shopping Centre, and High Wycombe Bus and Train stations.

There are also several supermarkets within close proximity of the area too. Adams Park Stadium is home to the Wycombe Wanderers FC and the London Wasps RFC. With a big industrial estate in the area, there are plenty of job opportunities for those looking to work locally.

5.Daws Hill

Daws Hill is another popular area of High Wycombe, where a new build development was developed in 2015. The area was previously a US settlement made up of US military families. This site was a US Army Air Force site used in The Second World War and the Cold War. There are still historical locations in Daws Hill that can be visited, such as the underground bunker.

Located close to the M40, Daws Hill is a convenient place to live. There are also two schools in the area, Abbey View Primary Academy and St Michael’s Catholic School.

As this area is quite sought after and small, there have not been any property sales in the last year. However, taking into consideration the last number of years, only detached and semi-detached houses have been sold in the area. These properties have ranged from £138,000 - £1,140,000.

6.Cressex

Cressex is located near Booker in High Wycombe and is a popular area to live in. While Cressex and Booker are often discussed together, they are separate areas. There is a social club, a community centre, a school, many shops and an indoor tennis centre.

There are two bus routes running through this area of High Wycombe, one of which goes to Cressex Business Park. It’s a great location for both working professionals and families. In the last year, a good range of different house types were sold in Cressex.

7.Booker

If you’re looking for a quieter area of High Wycombe to move to, Booker is a great option. Situated in the West of the town, it’s a small hamlet. Booker is home to the Wycombe Air Centre, which is popular for those interested in aviation. The hamlet is located near Cressex and has a number of newer housing estates.

8.Wycombe Marsh

Situated southeast of the town centre, Wycombe Marsh has a population of just over 7,000 people. To reach the town centre, it’s only a 10-minute drive and a 30-minute walk. The bus service to the area is frequent and reliable.

There are a handful of residential areas to choose from in Wycombe Marsh, a retail park and 3 small churches. The area is a short drive from the M40, making it a useful place to live for commuters. Wycombe Marsh has a high number of green areas, including Deangarden Wood, King’s Mead, and Gomm Valley.

In the last year, 10 properties were sold in the area, selling for an average of £256,695. The most popular property types were flats and terraced homes. Sold property prices ranged from £155,000 - £430,000.

9.Totteridge

Totteridge is a more affordable area of High Wycombe, with an average house price of £393,779. The Train station is situated close to Totteridge, making it a great location for commuters. There are a number of primary and secondary schools in the area.

It’s a popular area to live in and many houses are sold each year. It only takes around 15 minutes to walk into the town centre. This is useful for those looking to live close to all of the town’s amenities.

10.Loudwater

Loudwater is a village that’s situated close to High Wycombe. It’s a fantastic location for commuters as it’s situated near the M40 motorway. This provides links to places such as Oxford, Bicester and London.

The area is full of history, previously being the home of Wycombe Railway and a blotting paper mill.