Amersham: should you rent, buy, invest or live here?
The most useful local property guide in Buckinghamshire — DR Rent Area Scores, rental & investment insight, schools, dining, things to do, commuting, developments and live homes across HP6, HP7.
Amersham DR Rent Area Score™
One score that combines rental demand, investment, family life, commuting, lifestyle and food.
Renting in Amersham
The Amersham rental market in Buckinghamshire is active and competitive, with average rents around £1,703 pcm and rents up roughly 5.9% over the past year. Strong commuter links and local employment keep demand from tenants consistently ahead of available supply across HP6, HP7.
Rental competition
How hard tenants compete for each property type in Amersham.
- StudioHigh
- 1 bedVery high
- 2 bedHigh
- 3 bedVery high
- Family homesVery high
Average time to let
25 days
Tenant demand
High
Best for
Who tends to rent well in Amersham.
- Professionals
- Families
- Commuters
- Couples
- First-time renters
| Property type | Average rent (pcm) | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Room / HMO | £697 | £8,364 |
| 1-bed flat | £1,327 | £15,924 |
| 2-bed flat | £1,659 | £19,908 |
| 3-bed house | £2,124 | £25,488 |
| 4-bed house | £2,737 | £32,844 |
Featured properties in Amersham
Premium and featured homes listed by landlords on DR Rent across HP6, HP7.
Buying in Amersham
What buyers and first-time buyers can expect from the local sales market.
Average price
£493,000
Price growth (1yr)
+3.1%
Buyer demand
Medium
Supply
Medium
First-time buyer suitability
Challenging — higher entry prices
Buying snapshot
Buyers in Amersham face medium competition with prices around £493,000 and growth of about 3.1% over the last year. Challenging — higher entry prices.
Investing in Amersham
With an average property price near £493,000 and gross yields around 5.4%, Amersham offers landlords a balance of capital growth and rental income. Prices have moved about 3.1% in the last year, and high tenant demand helps keep void periods short.
Landlord opportunity score
7.8/10What tenants are looking for
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- 1Properties near the station
- 2Homes with parking
- 33 bed houses
- 4Garden flats
Family living & schools in Amersham
Schools, Ofsted ratings and family facilities that drive long-term family lettings.
| School | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amersham Primary School | Primary | Good | 1.1 mi |
| St Mary's C of E Primary, Amersham | Primary | Good | 1.7 mi |
| Amersham Junior Academy | Primary | Outstanding | 2.5 mi |
| Amersham Grammar School | Secondary | Good | 0.6 mi |
| Amersham Community College | Secondary | Outstanding | 0.7 mi |
| The Amersham Academy | Secondary | Outstanding | 1 mi |
Family facilities
- Amersham Leisure Centre & swimming pool
- Local parks and playgrounds
- Public library
- Soft play and family cafés
- NHS GP surgeries and pharmacies
- Weekend markets and community events
Eating out in Amersham
Popular restaurants, takeaways and coffee shops with ratings and distance.
The Amersham Brasserie
1.5 mi from Amersham centre
Spice of Amersham
1.6 mi from Amersham centre
Bella Cucina
2.2 mi from Amersham centre
The Garden Kitchen
1.1 mi from Amersham centre
Amersham Tandoori
2.3 mi from Amersham centre
Coffee & Co, Amersham
1.7 mi from Amersham centre
Socialising in Amersham
Pubs, bars, nightlife, entertainment and shopping.
The Crown, Amersham
0.8 mi from Amersham centre
The Railway Tavern
1.7 mi from Amersham centre
Vault Bar
1.1 mi from Amersham centre
Amersham Live Lounge
0.8 mi from Amersham centre
The Riverside Inn
0.4 mi from Amersham centre
Amersham Shopping Centre
0.5 mi from Amersham centre
Things to do in Amersham
Gyms, sports clubs, cinemas, golf, walking routes and family attractions.
Amersham Sports & Fitness
1.6 mi from Amersham centre
Amersham Cricket Club
0.2 mi from Amersham centre
Parkland Golf Club
0.5 mi from Amersham centre
Amersham Cinema
0.5 mi from Amersham centre
Riverside Walking Route
0.6 mi from Amersham centre
Amersham Adventure Park
1.1 mi from Amersham centre
Commuting from Amersham
London, Heathrow, Reading and motorway connections with typical travel times.
| Destination | Mode | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| London (central) | Train | 29 min |
| London Paddington | Elizabeth Line / GWR | 28 min |
| Reading | Train | 18 min |
| Heathrow Airport | Car / bus | 26 min |
| M4 motorway | Car | 19 min |
| M25 motorway | Car | 21 min |
Local developments in Amersham
What's coming soon and how it could affect the local market.
Amersham town centre regeneration
Under construction
New residential scheme near HP6
Approved
Amersham retail & leisure quarter
Planning
New primary school provision
Proposed
Transport & station improvements
Funded
Local services in Amersham
Verified contractors covering HP6, HP7 — connected to the DR Rent marketplace.
EPC Assessors in Amersham
Accredited domestic energy assessors producing valid EPCs for rental properties.
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Gas Safe registered engineers issuing annual landlord gas safety records.
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Registered electricians carrying out EICR inspections and remedial works.
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Reliable plumbers for repairs, leaks, heating and bathroom works.
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Independent inventory clerks producing detailed check-in and check-out reports.
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Professional property photographers and floorplans to let faster.
View property photographersRenting & compliance in Amersham
The certificates and rules every local landlord must stay on top of.
EPC (Energy Performance Certificate)
Rentals in Amersham must hold a valid EPC rated E or above before marketing.
Annual gas safety (CP12)
Every gas appliance must be checked yearly by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
EICR (electrical safety)
A satisfactory electrical report is required at least every five years.
Deposit protection
Deposits must be protected in a government scheme within 30 days.
Right to Rent
Tenant immigration status must be checked before a tenancy begins.
Renters' Rights Act
New rules are reshaping how landlords let property across Buckinghamshire.
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