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Amersham and Chesham Bois

About

Amersham and Chesham Bois is a ward in Buckinghamshire, located in the Chiltern Hills. The area includes parts of the historic market town of Amersham and the neighbouring village of Chesham Bois. It features a mix of residential areas, green spaces, and local amenities, with a strong sense of community. The ward is known for its proximity to the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering walking trails and scenic views.

The area has good transport links, including the London Underground’s Metropolitan Line, providing access to central London. Local schools, shops, and pubs cater to residents, while the nearby Amersham Old Town retains its traditional charm with timber-framed buildings and a weekly market. The ward combines rural character with modern conveniences, making it a popular choice for families and commuters.

Area overview

On average Amersham and Chesham Bois has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 47 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Amersham and Chesham Bois is £66,800 per year. There are 10 schools in Amersham and Chesham Bois: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

2/10

Income level

9/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Amersham and Chesham Bois Population

10,564

Population density

1,632.4 per km²

Demographics

British

7,820

74.01%

Indian

813

7.69%

Other White

657

6.22%

White and Asian (mixed)

239

2.26%

Other Asian

186

1.76%

Total population: 10,566

Housing

Owns outright

1,668

39.55%

Owns with a mortgage

1,348

31.97%

Private landlord or letting agency

591

14.01%

Other social rented

474

11.24%

Social rents from council

1.54%

Total households: 4,217

Property prices in Amersham and Chesham Bois

Based on 108 recent sales, the median property price is £616,500 in Amersham and Chesham Bois area, with individual transactions ranging from £170,000 up to £2,600,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Amersham and Chesham Bois over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	40	£1,178,750	£779,000	£926,000	£1,440,000	£1,952,500
Flats	35	£315,000	£189,500	£265,000	£416,000	£540,500
Semi-Detached	16	£652,500	£425,250	£582,500	£828,000	£952,500
Terraced	17	£525,000	£445,000	£485,000	£595,000	£677,000

10 years median price trend in Amersham and Chesham Bois

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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