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Chesham South

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About

Chesham South is a residential area located in the southern part of Chesham, Buckinghamshire. It is known for its mix of housing, ranging from Victorian terraces to modern developments. The area benefits from good transport links, including the Metropolitan Line, providing direct access to London. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to everyday needs.

The landscape features a blend of urban and green spaces, with the Chess Valley Walk nearby offering scenic routes along the River Chess. Chesham South maintains a quiet, suburban atmosphere while remaining close to the town centre for additional services. The area appeals to families and commuters seeking a balance between convenience and a relaxed environment.

Area overview

On average Chesham South has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 91 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Chesham South is £50,100 per year. There are 2 schools in Chesham South: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
91
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
21.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Chesham South Population
6,868
Population density
1,019.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,986
72.61%
Other White
588
8.56%
Pakistani
369
5.37%
Indian
153
2.23%
Other Asian
145
2.11%
Total population: 6,867

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
890
28.67%
Owns outright
824
26.55%
Private landlord or letting agency
612
19.72%
Other social rented
605
19.49%
Social rents from council
100
3.22%
Total households: 3,104

Property prices in Chesham South

Based on 105 recent sales, the median property price is £368,000 in Chesham South area, with individual transactions ranging from £112,000 up to £780,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Chesham South 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 Chesham South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached5£615,000
Flats38£244,000
Semi-Detached14£441,250
Terraced48£410,000

10 years median price trend in Chesham South

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

All postcodes in Chesham South

HP51ES

Market Square

HP51FN

St Mary's Way

HP51HB

Red Lion Street

HP51PU

Springfield Close

HP51PJ

Hospital Hill

HP51QP

Forelands Way

HP51RD

Fryer Close

HP52JT

Drydell Lane

HP52SS

Berkeley Avenue

HP53AF

Broad Street

HP51NE

Amersham Road

HP51PE

Waterside

HP51RJ

Chessmount Rise

HP51SX

Cresswell Road

HP51PG

Gordon Road

HP51QU

Black Horse Avenue

HP51SL

Woodley Hill

HP51WA

Moor Road

HP53AJ

Victoria Road

Data Sources

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