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About

Chells ward is located in the north-western part of Stevenage, bordered by the A1(M) motorway to the west. The area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing estates built from the mid-20th century onward. It contains several local schools and community facilities, with retail needs largely served by the nearby Chells Manor shopping precinct. The ward's landscape includes areas of green space and playing fields integrated within the housing layouts.

A notable local feature is the Nissan Sports and Social Club, a longstanding facility reflecting the area's historical connections to industry. The residential streets are arranged in a series of cul-de-sacs and through roads, creating a network of neighbourhoods. Public transport provides links to Stevenage town centre and other parts of the borough. The overall character is one of a settled, suburban community within the larger new town structure.

Area overview

On average Chells has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 24.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Chells is £63,052 per year. There are 3 schools in Chells: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
24.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Chells

Based on 73 recent sales, the median property price is £325,000 in Chells area, with individual transactions ranging from £147,000 up to £465,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Chells in the 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 Chells over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats8£228,500
Semi-Detached7£350,000
Terraced58£325,000

10 years median price trend in Chells

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Chells.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.