Cheveley on the map
Built-up area0.6 km² (0.2 sq mi)
Location in CambridgeshireCheveley sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Cheveley
Cheveley is a village located in Cambridgeshire, within the CB8 postcode area of England. It lies to the north of the town of St Neots and is situated near the River Great Ouse. The village has a mix of residential properties and open countryside, with farmland surrounding the area. Cheveley is part of the civil parish of Cheveley and St Neots, and the local community maintains a sense of tradition and connection to the land. The village is accessible by road via the A1198, which links it to nearby towns and the wider region. There are several local amenities, including a church and a village hall, which serve as focal points for community activities. The area offers a peaceful rural setting while remaining within easy reach of larger towns and transport links.
School Ratings in Cheveley
There are 15 schools in and around Cheveley. Moulton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Cheveley
The average property price is £442K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £529K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cheveley
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Cheveley, with 17 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Cheveley
Cheveley sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Local Data for Cheveley
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Property Prices 4,850 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the CB8 postcode area.
Household Income in Cheveley ONS 2023
The average total household income in Cheveley is approximately £55,394 a year before tax, in line with the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £42,544. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £42,544.
Businesses in Cheveley ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,041 active businesses based in Cheveley, around 59 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 40 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Cheveley IMD 2025
Cheveley sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Crime in Cheveley 107 crimes · May 2026
Cheveley records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 4 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Cheveley
Of the 15,432 households in and around Cheveley, 59% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 25% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Cheveley.