About Chapel End

Chapel End is a small settlement located in the county of Essex, within the country of England. It falls within the CM22 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the region. The area is characterised by its open countryside and scattered residential properties, with a mix of modern and older housing. There is a local church in the village, which gives it its name, and the surrounding landscape includes fields and woodland. The community is quiet and family-oriented, with a strong sense of local identity. Access to Chapel End is via minor roads, and it is approximately 10 miles from the town of Colchester. The village is served by local bus routes and is within easy reach of larger towns and amenities.

School Ratings in Chapel End

Families in Chapel End have access to 29 local schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Chapel End

Homes sell for an average of £620K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £655K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chapel End

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Other theft is the leading concern across Chapel End, with 5 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chapel End

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Chapel End 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Chapel End

Broadband services in Chapel End range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,946 sales

Average Price £620K
£1K — £123.97M
Detached £655K 1,053
Semi £434K 487
Terraced £379K 253
Flat £257K 54

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

18 Primary
4 Secondary
7 Other
Roseacres Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Takeley Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Elsenham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Henham and Ugley Primary and Nursery School Primary 2.5 miles Forest Hall School Secondary Good 2.9 miles Great Easton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Utt1 Spangles Fanmily Hub Good 3.1 miles St Mary's CofE Foundation Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Magna Carta Primary Academy Primary Good 3.3 miles Bentfield Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 3.4 miles Birchanger Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles Helena Romanes School All-through Good 3.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Chapel End IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Chapel End 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
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
10/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
8,078 Children (0-15) 19%
26,072 Working Age 62%
10,178 Older (60+) 24%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.9% 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 27 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Chapel End are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

7 Violence & Sexual Offences
5 Other Theft
4 Anti-Social Behaviour
3 Shoplifting
2 Burglary
2 Weapons
2 Vehicle Crime
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Drugs
Local Policing
Essex Uttlesford South Visit force website →
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.

Nearest Train Stations 4 stations

Stansted Mountfitchet Train Station 3.2 miles
Bishops Stortford Train Station 5.2 miles
Newport (Essex) Train Station 6.3 miles
Sawbridgeworth Train Station 7.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Molehill Green 0 yards Woodgates End 0.9 miles Brick End 0.9 miles Bamber's Green 0.9 miles Tye Green 1.2 miles Pledgdon Green 1.2 miles Gaunt's End 1.4 miles Broxted 1.4 miles Takeley 1.9 miles Fuller's End 2 miles Burton End 2 miles Church End 2 miles

Local Government

District Uttlesford
County Essex
Ward Elsenham & Henham
Constituency Saffron Walden
Parish Henham
Region East of England

Streets in CM22 30 shown View all streets

A1060 4 A120 1 Alsa Gardens 2 Alsa Leys 2 Ardley Crescent 1 Ash View 1 Askew Close 1 Aston Lodge 1 Aylett Close 1 Back Lane 2 Bailey Close 1 Bambers Green Road 3 Barley Close 1 Barley Way 1 Barnfield 1 Barrington Hall 1 Bedlars Green Road 5 Bedwell Road 2 Beehive Court 1 Bentleys 1 Blossom Hill Drive 1 Blossom Place 1 Brick End Lane 1 Broad Street 2 Broadfield Road 1 Brook Springs Grove 2 Broom Farm Road 1 Broomfields 4 Broomshawbury Lane 2 Bullocks Lane 1

Postcodes in CM22 50 shown View all postcodes

CM22 6AA CM22 6AB CM22 6AD CM22 6AE CM22 6AF CM22 6AG CM22 6AH CM22 6AJ CM22 6AL CM22 6AN CM22 6AP CM22 6AQ CM22 6AR CM22 6AS CM22 6AT CM22 6AU CM22 6AW CM22 6AX CM22 6AY CM22 6AZ CM22 6BA CM22 6BB CM22 6BD CM22 6BE CM22 6BG CM22 6BH CM22 6BJ CM22 6BL CM22 6BN CM22 6BP CM22 6BQ CM22 6BS CM22 6BT CM22 6BU CM22 6BW CM22 6BY CM22 6DA CM22 6DB CM22 6DD CM22 6DE CM22 6DF CM22 6DG CM22 6DH CM22 6DJ CM22 6DL CM22 6DN CM22 6DP CM22 6DQ CM22 6DR CM22 6DS