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Location in BuckinghamshireChesham Bois sits where the marker shows within the county.

13,685
Population
5,559
Households
9 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£83,905
Avg. household income
867
Businesses
826
People per km²
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About Chesham Bois

Chesham Bois is a village located in Buckinghamshire, within the HP6 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of Chesham and is part of the Chiltern Hills, an area known for its rolling countryside and wooded landscapes. The village is characterised by a mix of traditional and modern housing, with several residential developments built in the 20th century. It is situated near the boundary of the Chiltern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering access to walking trails and rural paths. The local community is active, with a village hall and several local amenities serving residents. Chesham Bois is well connected by road and rail, with Chesham station providing regular services to London Marylebone.

School Ratings in Chesham Bois

Families in Chesham Bois have access to 64 local schools. Henry Allen Nursery School and Dr Challoner's Grammar School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Chesham Bois

Homes sell for an average of £740K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £1.1M.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chesham Bois

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Chesham Bois, with 22 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chesham Bois

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Chesham Bois among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Healthcare in Chesham Bois

There are 11 GP surgeries within three miles of Chesham Bois, the nearest being End Of Life Services (0.7 miles away).

Local Data for Chesham Bois

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Property Prices 1,871 sales

Average Price £740K
£2K , £12.8M
Detached £1.08M 704
Semi £670K 376
Terraced £518K 254
Flat £353K 447

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

40 Primary
9 Secondary
15 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 3
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the HP6 postcode area.

Chesham Bois Church of England School Primary Good 0.3 miles Heatherton School Not applicable 0.4 miles The Beacon School Not applicable 0.4 miles Elangeni School Primary Good 0.4 miles Chestnut Lane School Primary 0.5 miles Our Lady's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Waterside Primary Academy Primary 0.7 miles Dr Challoner's Grammar School Secondary Outstanding 0.7 miles Home Tuition Service Not applicable 0.7 miles Henry Allen Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.8 miles Woodside Junior School Primary 0.8 miles St George's Church of England Infant School Primary Good 1.1 miles

Household Income in Chesham Bois ONS 2023

The average total household income in Chesham Bois is approximately £83,905 a year before tax, 52% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £55,980. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Chesham Bois £83,905
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £55,980.

Businesses in Chesham Bois ONS 2025

There are approximately 867 active businesses based in Chesham Bois, around 63 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 93% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 8 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

867 Total businesses
63 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 93%
Small, 10-49 6%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Chesham Bois IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Chesham Bois experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
9/10
Income
9/10
Employment
9/10
Education
9/10
Health
10/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
8/10
Children 0-15 22%
Working age 56%
Older 65+ 22%
2,974 Children (0-15) 22%
7,717 Working Age 56%
2,996 Older (65+) 22%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 11.3% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.3% 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 Chesham Bois 116 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Chesham Bois are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

Violence & Sexual Offences 46
Anti-Social Behaviour 22
Public Order 14
Other Theft 8
Shoplifting 5
Criminal Damage & Arson 4
Drugs 4
Burglary 3
Theft from Person 3
Weapons 2
Vehicle Crime 2
Other Crime 2
Robbery 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

Amersham Train Station 0.8 miles
Chalfont And Latimer Train Station 2.3 miles
Chorleywood Train Station 4.3 miles
Great Missenden Train Station 4.6 miles
Seer Green And Jordans Train Station 5.2 miles
Beaconsfield Train Station 5.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Waterside 0.6 miles Lower Bois 0.6 miles Amersham 0.6 miles Amersham on the Hill 0.6 miles Chesham 1.2 miles Chessmount 1.2 miles Amersham Common 1.2 miles Pednormead End 1.4 miles Mantles Green 1.4 miles Amersham Old Town 1.4 miles Tyler's Hill 1.8 miles Hilltop 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Buckinghamshire
Ward Amersham and Chesham Bois
Constituency Chesham and Amersham
Parish Amersham
Region South East

Home Ownership in Chesham Bois

Of the 5,394 households in and around Chesham Bois, 75% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 75% Social rented 11% Private rented 14%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Chesham Bois.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chesham Bois

What is the population of Chesham Bois?
Chesham Bois has a population of approximately 13,685 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Chesham Bois?
The average property in and around Chesham Bois sold for about £739,590, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 112% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Chesham Bois a deprived area?
Chesham Bois 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 Chesham Bois?
Chesham Bois is covered by the HP6 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Chesham Bois?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Chesham Bois, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Chesham Bois?
The nearest railway station to Chesham Bois is Amersham Train Station, about 0.8 miles away.

Streets in HP6 30 shown View all streets

Amersham Road 7 Amersham Way 2 Ash Grove 1 Ashdown Way 1 Bedford Avenue 3 Beech Park 1 Beechwood Avenue 3 Beechwood Close 1 Bell Lane 7 Belvedere Close 1 Bensheim Way 1 Berry Field Park 2 Birch Close 1 Blackhorse Close 1 Blackhorse Crescent 1 Bois Avenue 2 Bois Lane 9 Boughton Way 2 Brays Close 1 Brays Green Lane 1 Brays Lane 2 Brays Meadow 1 Bridge Place 2 Briery Way 3 Bromley Lane 1 Brudenell Close 2 Bullbaiters Lane 1 Butlers Close 1 Castell Grove 1 Cavendish Close 2

Postcodes in HP6 50 shown View all postcodes

HP6 5AA HP6 5AB HP6 5AD HP6 5AE HP6 5AF HP6 5AG HP6 5AH HP6 5AJ HP6 5AL HP6 5AN HP6 5AQ HP6 5AR HP6 5AS HP6 5AU HP6 5AW HP6 5AY HP6 5AZ HP6 5BD HP6 5BG HP6 5BN HP6 5BQ HP6 5BT HP6 5BU HP6 5BW HP6 5BX HP6 5BY HP6 5DD HP6 5DF HP6 5DG HP6 5DH HP6 5DJ HP6 5DL HP6 5DN HP6 5DP HP6 5DR HP6 5DT HP6 5DW HP6 5ED HP6 5EF HP6 5EG HP6 5EJ HP6 5EL HP6 5EN HP6 5EQ HP6 5ES HP6 5ET HP6 5EU HP6 5EW HP6 5EX HP6 5EY