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Location in CambridgeshireChapel End sits where the marker shows within the county.

52,635
Population
19,026
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
8
Schools nearby
£67,737
Avg. household income
2,491
Businesses
109
People per km²
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About Chapel End

Chapel End is a small settlement located in Cambridgeshire, within the county of England. It lies within the PE28 postcode area, situated in the eastern part of the country. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of modern and traditional housing. The name Chapel End suggests a historical connection to a local chapel, though the original building may no longer be standing. The village is close to the town of Wisbech, offering access to local amenities and services. The surrounding landscape is characteristically flat and rural, typical of the Cambridgeshire countryside. There are several local footpaths and green spaces, providing opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation. The community is quiet and family-oriented, with a strong sense of local identity. The area benefits from good road links, including the A1101, which connects it to nearby towns and cities.

School Ratings in Chapel End

Chapel End is served by 8 schools. Somersham Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Chapel End

Property prices average £397K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £462K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chapel End

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Chapel End, with 33 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chapel End

Chapel End 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.

Healthcare in Chapel End

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Chapel End, the nearest being Wellside Surgery (2.7 miles away).

Local Data for Chapel End

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Property Prices 8,078 sales

Average Price £397K
£650 , £18.95M
Detached £462K 4,061
Semi £294K 2,242
Terraced £255K 1,103
Flat £170K 287

Schools & Education 8 nearby View all schools

6 Primary
1 Secondary
1 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 13
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the PE28 postcode area.

Sawtry Infants' School Primary 2.6 miles Sawtry Junior Academy Primary Good 2.6 miles Sawtry Child and Family Zone 2.7 miles Sawtry Village Academy Secondary Good 2.9 miles Polebrook Church of England Primary School Primary 4.5 miles Folksworth CofE Primary School Primary Good 4.7 miles Stilton Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 4.8 miles Brington CofE Primary School Primary Good 4.9 miles

Household Income in Chapel End ONS 2023

The average total household income in Chapel End is approximately £67,737 a year before tax, 22% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £47,676. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Chapel End £67,737
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £47,676.

Businesses in Chapel End ONS 2025

There are approximately 2,491 active businesses based in Chapel End, around 47 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 51 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

2,491 Total businesses
47 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Chapel End IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Chapel End 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
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 22%
9,127 Children (0-15) 17%
31,931 Working Age 61%
11,585 Older (65+) 22%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.1% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.9% 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 Chapel End 115 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Chapel End falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Anti-social behaviour tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

Anti-Social Behaviour 33
Violence & Sexual Offences 25
Criminal Damage & Arson 13
Shoplifting 7
Vehicle Crime 7
Public Order 6
Other Crime 6
Burglary 5
Drugs 5
Other Theft 5
Weapons 2
Bicycle Theft 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 1 stations

Huntingdon Train Station 9.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Little Gidding 0.6 miles Great Gidding 0.9 miles Steeple Gidding 0.9 miles Luddington in the Brook 1.4 miles Winwick 1.8 miles Hamerton 2 miles Sawtry 2.6 miles Thurning 2.6 miles Hemington 2.6 miles Coppingford 2.8 miles Glatton 3.1 miles Chapel End 3.2 miles

Local Government

District Huntingdonshire
County Cambridgeshire
Ward Great Staughton
Constituency North West Cambridgeshire
Parish Ellington
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Chapel End

Of the 21,809 households in and around Chapel End, 76% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 76% Social rented 10% Private rented 14%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Chapel End.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chapel End

What is the population of Chapel End?
Chapel End has a population of approximately 52,635 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Chapel End?
The average property in and around Chapel End sold for about £396,525, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 14% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Chapel End a deprived area?
Chapel End sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Chapel End?
Chapel End is covered by the PE28 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Chapel End?
There are 8 schools within easy reach of Chapel End, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Chapel End?
The nearest railway station to Chapel End is Huntingdon Train Station, about 9.5 miles away.

Streets in PE28 30 shown View all streets

A1(M) 1 A1096 1 A1307 7 A14 2 A141 1 Abbot's Close 1 Abbots Close 1 Abbots Ripton Road 1 Abbott Close 1 Acheson Road 1 Adelaide Walk 1 Alconbury Hill 2 Alconbury Road 1 All Saints Way 2 Allen's Orchard 1 Allsopp Crescent 1 Alpha Lane 1 Alsyke Close 1 Alwin Close 1 Annesley Close 1 Ansley Road 1 Apple Tree Close 1 Aragon Place 1 Armstrong Close 1 Ash Close 1 Ash Court 1 Ash End 1 Ashdale Close 1 Ashfield 2 Aylott Close 1

Postcodes in PE28 50 shown View all postcodes

PE28 0AA PE28 0AB PE28 0AD PE28 0AE PE28 0AF PE28 0AG PE28 0AH PE28 0AJ PE28 0AL PE28 0AN PE28 0AP PE28 0AQ PE28 0AR PE28 0AT PE28 0AU PE28 0AW PE28 0AX PE28 0AY PE28 0AZ PE28 0BA PE28 0BB PE28 0BD PE28 0BE PE28 0BF PE28 0BG PE28 0BH PE28 0BJ PE28 0BL PE28 0BN PE28 0BP PE28 0BQ PE28 0BS PE28 0BT PE28 0BU PE28 0BW PE28 0BX PE28 0BY PE28 0BZ PE28 0DA PE28 0DB PE28 0DD PE28 0DE PE28 0DF PE28 0DG PE28 0DH PE28 0DJ PE28 0DL PE28 0DN PE28 0DP PE28 0DQ