About Chalfont Common

Chalfont Common is a village located in Buckinghamshire, within the SL9 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the A413 road, near the border with Hertfordshire, and is part of the Chiltern Hills, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village has a mix of residential properties, including traditional stone and brick houses, and is surrounded by open countryside and woodland. It is situated close to the hamlet of Chalfont St Peter, and the area is known for its peaceful rural setting. The village has a small community centre and a church, and is served by local bus routes connecting it to nearby towns. Chalfont Common is a quiet place with a strong sense of local identity and a connection to the surrounding natural landscape.

School Ratings in Chalfont Common

Chalfont Common is served by 74 schools. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Chalfont Common

Property prices average £956K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £1.3M.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chalfont Common

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Chalfont Common, with 13 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chalfont Common

Chalfont Common falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Chalfont Common

Most properties in Chalfont Common can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,970 sales

Average Price £956K
£5K £24M
Detached £1.25M 1,495
Semi £699K 397
Terraced £573K 246
Flat £496K 675

Deprivation and Employment in Chalfont Common IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Chalfont Common among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
9/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
8/10
5,614 Children (0-15) 19%
16,734 Working Age 58%
8,533 Older (60+) 29%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 14% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.7% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Chalfont Common 66 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Chalfont Common falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

14 Violence & Sexual Offences
13 Criminal Damage & Arson
8 Anti-Social Behaviour
8 Vehicle Crime
7 Shoplifting
6 Public Order
3 Drugs
3 Other Theft
2 Burglary
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Seer Green And Jordans Train Station 2.3 miles
Chorleywood Train Station 2.6 miles
Denham Golf Club Train Station 3.2 miles
Chalfont And Latimer Train Station 3.2 miles
Rickmansworth Train Station 3.5 miles
Denham Train Station 3.8 miles

Location

Local Government

District Buckinghamshire
County Hertfordshire
Ward Chalfont St. Peter
Constituency Chesham and Amersham
Parish Chalfont St. Peter
Region South East