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Location in CambridgeshireChapel Head sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Chapel Head
Chapel Head is a small settlement located in Cambridgeshire, within the PE28 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment and is situated near the village of Whittlesey. While Chapel Head itself is not a large community, it contributes to the wider local landscape and is part of the historic Fenland region. The name suggests a historical connection to a chapel, though no significant religious buildings remain today. The surrounding area is known for its flat terrain and extensive waterways, typical of the Fens. It is a place where the pace of life is slow and the landscape is shaped by centuries of land management and farming.
School Ratings in Chapel Head
Families in Chapel Head have access to 15 local schools. Somersham Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Chapel Head
Homes sell for an average of £397K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £462K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chapel Head
Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Chapel Head, with 33 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Chapel Head
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Chapel Head 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 Chapel Head
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Chapel Head, the nearest being Moat House Surgery (2.7 miles away).
Local Data for Chapel Head
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Property Prices 8,078 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the PE28 postcode area.
Household Income in Chapel Head ONS 2023
The average total household income in Chapel Head 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.
Net (after tax) household income averages £47,676.
Businesses in Chapel Head ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,491 active businesses based in Chapel Head, 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.
Deprivation and Employment in Chapel Head IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Chapel Head 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.
Crime in Chapel Head 115 crimes · May 2026
Crime levels in Chapel Head are lower than the England and Wales average. While anti-social behaviour is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 1 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Chapel Head
Of the 21,809 households in and around Chapel Head, 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%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Chapel Head.