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Chorleywood

England / East of England / Three Rivers / Chorleywood

About

Chorleywood is a suburban area located in the Three Rivers district of Hertfordshire, England. It lies approximately 20 miles northwest of central London, bordered by the Chiltern Hills and the River Chess. The area is known for its mix of residential properties, ranging from period homes to modern developments, set within a semi-rural landscape. Chorleywood is part of the Metropolitan Green Belt, preserving its open spaces and woodland.

The area has strong transport links, including a station on the London Underground Metropolitan line, providing direct access to the city. Local amenities include independent shops, cafes, and a Waitrose supermarket, centred around Chorleywood Common. The common itself is a large open space used for recreation, with cricket and football facilities. Nearby attractions include the Chorleywood House Estate and the Chess Valley Walk, offering scenic routes through the countryside.

Area overview

On average Chorleywood has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 41 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Chorleywood is £67,300 per year. There are 4 schools in Chorleywood: 3 primary (2 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
41
Deprivation level
1/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
6.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Chorleywood Population
5,710
Population density
1,224.6 per km²

Demographics

British
4,505
78.9%
Other White
356
6.23%
Indian
246
4.31%
White and Asian (mixed)
139
2.43%
Irish
91
1.59%
Total population: 5,710

Housing

Owns outright
921
42.09%
Owns with a mortgage
814
37.2%
Private landlord or letting agency
254
11.61%
Other social rented
120
5.48%
Social rents from council
37
1.69%
Total households: 2,188

Property prices in Chorleywood

Based on 66 recent sales, the median property price is £797,500 in Chorleywood area, with individual transactions ranging from £190,000 up to £3,070,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached28£1,097,500
Flats17£330,000
Semi-Detached17£835,000
Terraced4£585,000

10 years price trend in Chorleywood

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Data Sources

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