About Chatteris

Chatteris is a market town in Cambridgeshire, located in eastern England. It lies within the fenland area, historically known for its flat, low-lying landscape. The town has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to Roman times, and it features a mix of traditional and modern buildings. Chatteris is situated near the River Great Ouse, which has played an important role in its development. The town centre includes a weekly market, a parish church, and several local shops and services. It is served by the A1101 road and has a railway station on the Fen Line, providing connections to Cambridge and other nearby towns. The postcode area for Chatteris is PE16.

School Ratings in Chatteris

Chatteris is served by 8 schools. A further 2 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Chatteris

Property prices average £264K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £312K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chatteris

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Chatteris, with 17 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chatteris

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Chatteris falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Chatteris

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Chatteris, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,989 sales

Average Price £264K
£2K — £23.28M
Detached £312K 630
Semi £208K 588
Terraced £173K 553
Flat £120K 127

Schools & Education 8 nearby View all schools

6 Primary
2 Other
Cromwell Community College All-through Good 112 yards Glebelands Primary Academy Primary 0.5 miles Kingsfield Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Chatteris Child and Family Centre 0.6 miles Lionel Walden Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Mepal and Witcham Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4 miles Thomas Eaton Primary Academy Primary Good 4.3 miles Benwick Primary School Primary Good 4.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Chatteris IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Chatteris in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
4/10
Health
5/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
8/10
2,681 Children (0-15) 18%
9,236 Working Age 60%
4,404 Older (60+) 29%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.1% 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 Chatteris 83 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Chatteris experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established small town.

42 Violence & Sexual Offences
17 Anti-Social Behaviour
5 Other Theft
5 Public Order
4 Shoplifting
3 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Vehicle Crime
2 Drugs
1 Burglary
1 Weapons
Local Policing
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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.

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Ferry Hill 1.4 miles Horseway 2 miles Swingbrow 2.2 miles Doddington 3.1 miles Chapel Head 4 miles Sutton Gault 4.2 miles Mepal 4.4 miles Benwick 4.4 miles Wimblington 4.5 miles Somersham 4.7 miles Sutton 4.8 miles Purls Bridge 5.1 miles

Local Government

District Fenland
County Cambridgeshire
Ward Wenneye
Constituency North East Cambridgeshire
Parish Chatteris
Region East of England

Streets in PE16 30 shown View all streets

A141 1 Albert Way 1 Alma Terrace 1 Angoods Lane 2 Anvil Close 1 Augustus Way 1 B1098 1 Badney Drove 1 Beaufort Drive 1 Beckett Way 2 Beechwood Gardens 1 Beezling Fen Drove 2 Belmont Gardens 2 Birch Avenue 1 Black Horse Lane 1 Blackmill Drove 1 Blackthorn Close 1 Block Fen Drove 4 Blockmore Drove 1 Boadicea Court 2 Briar Close 1 Bridge Street 4 Bridle Close 1 Burnsfield Estate 1 Burnsfield Street 1 Byall Fen Drove 2 Chantry Close 1 Chapel Lane 1 Chatteris Road 2 Church Lane 1

Postcodes in PE16 50 shown View all postcodes

PE16 6AA PE16 6AB PE16 6AD PE16 6AE PE16 6AF PE16 6AG PE16 6AH PE16 6AL PE16 6AN PE16 6AP PE16 6AR PE16 6AS PE16 6AT PE16 6AX PE16 6AY PE16 6AZ PE16 6BA PE16 6BB PE16 6BD PE16 6BE PE16 6BF PE16 6BG PE16 6BH PE16 6BJ PE16 6BL PE16 6BN PE16 6BP PE16 6BQ PE16 6BS PE16 6BT PE16 6BU PE16 6BW PE16 6BX PE16 6BY PE16 6BZ PE16 6DA PE16 6DB PE16 6DD PE16 6DE PE16 6DF PE16 6DG PE16 6DH PE16 6DJ PE16 6DL PE16 6DN PE16 6DP PE16 6DQ PE16 6DR PE16 6DS PE16 6DT