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Chesham

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About

Chesham is a ward located in the Chiltern district of Buckinghamshire, England. It lies within the town of Chesham, which is known for its historic market town character. The area features a mix of residential, commercial, and green spaces, with the River Chess running through it. Chesham is also the terminus of the Metropolitan Line, providing direct transport links to London.

The ward includes a range of local amenities, such as independent shops, cafes, and pubs, alongside larger retail outlets. Nearby Chiltern Hills offer walking and cycling opportunities, adding to the area's appeal. Chesham has a strong sense of community, with events and festivals held throughout the year. The ward's architecture reflects its history, with a blend of traditional and modern buildings.

Area overview

On average Chesham has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 59 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Chesham is £58,854 per year. There are 5 schools in Chesham: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
59
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
18.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Chesham Population
10,756
Population density
805.6 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,663
71.22%
Pakistani
1,130
10.5%
Other White
671
6.24%
Indian
294
2.73%
Other Asian
168
1.56%
Total population: 10,759

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,431
34.64%
Owns with a mortgage
1,375
33.28%
Other social rented
677
16.39%
Private landlord or letting agency
421
10.19%
Social rents from council
142
3.44%
Total households: 4,131

Property prices in Chesham

Based on 106 recent sales, the median property price is £482,500 in Chesham area, with individual transactions ranging from £150,000 up to £2,275,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Chesham 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 over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached26£837,500
Flats8£253,000
Semi-Detached41£485,000
Terraced31£416,000

10 years median price trend in Chesham

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

Data Sources

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