Chalfont St Giles on the map

Chalfont St Giles built-up area

Built-up area2.1 km² (0.8 sq mi)

Location in BuckinghamshireChalfont St Giles sits where the marker shows within the county.

7,086
Population
2,712
Households
9 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£80,756
Avg. household income
469
Businesses
617
People per km²
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About Chalfont St Giles

Chalfont St Giles is a village located in Buckinghamshire, within the HP8 postcode area of England. It lies to the north of the M40 motorway and is situated near the border with Hertfordshire. The village has a long history, with records dating back to the Domesday Book, and features a mix of traditional and modern buildings. The parish church, St Giles, is a notable landmark with origins in the 12th century. The village centre includes a small cluster of shops, a pub, and a primary school, providing local amenities for residents. Chalfont St Giles is well connected by road and rail, with Chalfont & Latimer station on the London Underground’s Metropolitan line offering regular services to central London. The surrounding countryside offers walking and cycling opportunities, with access to the Chiltern Hills.

School Ratings in Chalfont St Giles

There are 68 schools in and around Chalfont St Giles. Chalfont St Giles Junior School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.

House Prices in Chalfont St Giles

The average property price is £972K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £1.2M.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chalfont St Giles

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Public order is prevalent across Chalfont St Giles, with 5 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chalfont St Giles

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Chalfont St Giles ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Healthcare in Chalfont St Giles

There are 11 GP surgeries within three miles of Chalfont St Giles, the nearest being National Society For Epilepsy (1.4 miles away).

Local Data for Chalfont St Giles

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Property Prices 861 sales

Average Price £972K
£2K , £10M
Detached £1.22M 503
Semi £611K 144
Terraced £530K 108
Flat £451K 52

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

39 Primary
10 Secondary
19 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the HP8 postcode area.

Chalfont St Giles Junior School Primary Outstanding 0.2 miles Chalfont St Giles Infant School and Nursery Primary Good 0.3 miles Jordans School Primary Good 1.3 miles Chalfont St Peter Infant School Primary 1.5 miles The Chalfonts Community College Secondary Good 1.5 miles Seer Green Church of England School Primary Good 1.7 miles Chalfont St Peter CofE Academy Primary Good 1.8 miles Robertswood School Primary Good 1.9 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary 2.3 miles Maltman's Green School Not applicable 2.4 miles Dr Challoner's High School Secondary Outstanding 2.5 miles Coleshill Church of England Infant School Primary Good 2.5 miles

Household Income in Chalfont St Giles ONS 2023

The average total household income in Chalfont St Giles is approximately £80,756 a year before tax, 46% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £58,332. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Chalfont St Giles £80,756
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £58,332.

Businesses in Chalfont St Giles ONS 2025

There are approximately 469 active businesses based in Chalfont St Giles, around 66 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 96% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 5 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

469 Total businesses
66 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 96%
Small, 10-49 4%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Chalfont St Giles IMD 2025

Chalfont St Giles is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.

Overall Deprivation
9/10
Income
9/10
Employment
8/10
Education
9/10
Health
10/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
8/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 58%
Older 65+ 23%
1,329 Children (0-15) 19%
4,097 Working Age 58%
1,660 Older (65+) 23%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 12.4% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8% 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 St Giles 29 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Chalfont St Giles sit broadly in line with national averages for a small town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

Violence & Sexual Offences 13
Public Order 5
Burglary 4
Anti-Social Behaviour 3
Vehicle Crime 2
Criminal Damage & Arson 1
Other Crime 1
Local Policing
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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 1.7 miles
Chalfont And Latimer Train Station 2.6 miles
Chorleywood Train Station 3 miles
Beaconsfield Train Station 3.1 miles
Amersham Train Station 3.2 miles
Denham Golf Club Train Station 4.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bottrells Close 0 yards Stratton Chase 0.6 miles Butlers Cross 0.9 miles Chalfont Grove 1.2 miles Chalfont Common 1.4 miles Jordans 1.4 miles Seer Green 1.8 miles Gravel Hill 1.8 miles Layters Green 1.9 miles Wilton Park 2.2 miles Chalfont St Peter 2.2 miles Heronsgate 2.6 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Chalfont St Giles

Of the 2,800 households in and around Chalfont St Giles, 84% are owned, 8% are socially rented and 9% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 84% Social rented 8% Private rented 9%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Chalfont St Giles.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chalfont St Giles

What is the population of Chalfont St Giles?
Chalfont St Giles has a population of approximately 7,086 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Chalfont St Giles?
The average property in and around Chalfont St Giles sold for about £971,932, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 178% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Chalfont St Giles a deprived area?
Chalfont St Giles sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 9 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Chalfont St Giles?
Chalfont St Giles is covered by the HP8 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Chalfont St Giles?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Chalfont St Giles, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Chalfont St Giles?
The nearest railway station to Chalfont St Giles is Seer Green And Jordans Train Station, about 1.7 miles away.

Streets in HP8 30 shown View all streets

Albion Crescent 2 Albion Road 1 Amersham Road 5 Aran Heights 1 Ashwells Way 1 Back Lane 3 Barrington Park Gardens 1 Birkett Way 2 Bottom House Farm Lane 4 Bottrells Lane 6 Bowler's Orchard 1 Bowstridge Lane 6 Bramble Mead 3 Brayfield Lane 1 Burton's Lane 1 Burton's Way 2 Burtons Lane 7 Captain Cook Close 1 Cherry Rise 1 Chesham Lane 1 Coke's Farm Lane 2 Coke's Lane 3 Cokes Lane 2 Cromwell Close 1 Crossleys 1 Deadhearn Lane 1 Dean Way 9 Dibden Hill 4 Dodds Lane 1 Doggetts Wood Close 1

Postcodes in HP8 50 shown View all postcodes

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