About Chearsley

Chearsley is a small village located in the county of Buckinghamshire, within the HP18 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of Aylesbury and is surrounded by rural countryside, with open fields and scattered woodland. The village has a modest population and retains a quiet, village atmosphere, with a mix of traditional and modern homes. The Church of St Mary, a Grade II listed building, is a notable feature and reflects the area’s long history. The village is well-connected to nearby towns and cities via road, with the A418 and A41 roads providing access to Aylesbury and beyond. Chearsley is primarily residential, with a strong sense of community and local amenities including a village hall and a small shop. It offers a peaceful setting for those seeking a countryside lifestyle while remaining within easy reach of urban centres.

School Ratings in Chearsley

Families in Chearsley have access to 16 local schools. Waddesdon Church of England School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Chearsley

Homes sell for an average of £474K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £374K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chearsley

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Chearsley, with 1 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chearsley

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Chearsley around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Chearsley

Broadband services in Chearsley range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,897 sales

Average Price £474K
£3K — £12.29M
Detached £641K 1,288
Semi £374K 1,289
Terraced £360K 804
Flat £219K 334

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

13 Primary
2 Secondary
1 Other
Cuddington and Dinton CofE School Primary Good 1.5 miles Long Crendon School Primary 1.6 miles Haddenham Community Infant School Primary Good 2.1 miles Haddenham Community Junior School Primary 2.1 miles Haddenham St Mary's Church of England School Primary 2.3 miles Barley Hill Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Thame Primary 2.9 miles Ashfold School 3.1 miles Lord Williams's School Secondary Good 3.1 miles John Hampden Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Brill Church of England School Primary Good 4.1 miles Waddesdon Village Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Chearsley IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Chearsley are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,127 Children (0-15) 22%
23,343 Working Age 62%
7,795 Older (60+) 21%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.7% 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 Chearsley 2 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Chearsley are lower than the England and Wales average. While criminal damage & arson is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Thames Valley Haddenham and Long Crendon Visit force website →
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

Haddenham And Thame Parkway Train Station 1.7 miles
Aylesbury Vale Parkway Train Station 5.6 miles
Aylesbury Train Station 6.6 miles
Monks Risborough Train Station 6.9 miles
Princes Risborough Train Station 7.2 miles
Little Kimble Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Cuddington 1.4 miles Lower Pollicott 1.4 miles Nether Winchendon or Lower Winchendon 1.8 miles Lower Winchendon or Nether Winchendon 1.8 miles Long Crendon 1.8 miles Easington 1.9 miles Lower End 2 miles Chilton 2 miles Townsend 2 miles Upper Pollicott 2 miles Haddenham 2.2 miles Gibraltar 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Buckinghamshire
County Oxfordshire
Ward Stone and Waddesdon
Constituency Buckingham
Parish Cuddington
Region South East

Streets in HP18 30 shown View all streets

A41 5 Abbot Ridge 3 Akeman Road 11 Alderman Drive 1 Alma Street 2 Amber Close 1 Amorosa Gardens 1 Anstey Close 1 Arch Grove 1 Ashendon Road 2 Ashfield Rise 1 Ashmead Street 1 Auralia Close 1 Avalon Street 2 Averdal Drive 1 Aylesbury Road 11 B4011 10 Baker Street 3 Bakery Close 1 Barland Way 1 Barrack Hill 1 Beeley Street 1 Benton Mews 1 Bernard Close 1 Bernards Close 2 Bernewode Close 1 Bernwood Jubilee Way 1 Berwood Jubille Way 1 Bicester Road 9 Bilwell 1

Postcodes in HP18 50 shown View all postcodes

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