How many households are in Chesham East?

There are 2,302 households in Chesham East

What home types are most common in Chesham East?

Housing mix: semi-detached 32.2%, detached 27.4%.

How much social housing is near Chesham East?

About 7.5% across the Chesham East area.

What are prices by property type in Chesham East?

Latest medians: Detached £837,500, Semi-detached £507,500, Terraced £414,750, Flats £290,000.

What's the average income in Chesham East?

Average resident income is about £61,800 per year.

How safe is Chesham East?

Crime level in Chesham East is moderate with about 49 crimes per 1,000 residents.

How deprived is Chesham East?

Deprivation score 2/10 (rank 28911 of 32844 in country).

What's the Chesham East population and density?

Chesham East population is 5,821 with density 1531.3 per km².

What are house prices in Chesham East?

Based on 66 recent sales, the median price is £495,000.

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Chesham East

Q: What schools in Chesham East and how are they rated?

There are 4 schools in Chesham East: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good)

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About

Chesham East is a residential area located in the town of Chesham, Buckinghamshire. It is part of the Chiltern Hills, known for its green spaces and walking trails. The area features a mix of housing, including detached homes, terraced houses, and some modern developments. Local amenities include schools, shops, and parks, catering to families and commuters.

The area is well-connected, with Chesham Underground station providing access to London via the Metropolitan line. Nearby attractions include Lowndes Park and the Chess Valley Walk, offering outdoor recreation. Chesham East maintains a quiet, suburban feel while being close to the town centre for additional services and facilities.

Area overview

On average Chesham East has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 49 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Chesham East is £61,800 per year. There are 4 schools in Chesham East: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

2/10

Income level

8/10

Social housing

7.5%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Chesham East Population

5,821

Population density

1,531.3 per km²

Demographics

British

4,241

72.87%

Pakistani

479

8.23%

Other White

353

6.07%

Indian

234

4.02%

Other Asian

1.62%

Total population: 5,820

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

921

40.01%

Owns outright

897

38.97%

Private landlord or letting agency

255

11.08%

Other social rented

156

6.78%

Social rents from council

1.43%

Total households: 2,302

Property prices in Chesham East

Based on 66 recent sales, the median property price is £495,000 in Chesham East area, with individual transactions ranging from £150,000 up to £1,250,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	16	£837,500	£648,750	£758,750	£951,500	£1,111,250
Flats	9	£290,000	£184,400	£270,000	£300,000	£310,400
Semi-Detached	25	£507,500	£441,000	£482,250	£693,000	£857,820
Terraced	16	£414,750	£340,750	£401,625	£450,000	£503,750

10 years price trend in Chesham East

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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