About Chatter End

Chatter End is a small settlement located in the county of Essex, within the country of England. It falls within the CM23 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the county. The area is characterised by open countryside and agricultural land, with a mix of residential properties and farmland. The village is not particularly large, with a modest population and a quiet, peaceful atmosphere. It is close to the town of Colchester, which provides access to larger amenities and transport links. The surrounding landscape is typical of Essex, with rolling fields and scattered trees. Chatter End is not a tourist destination but offers a sense of tranquillity for those living in or visiting the area.

School Ratings in Chatter End

There are 40 schools in and around Chatter End. Windhill21, The Bishop's Stortford High School and The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Chatter End

The average property price is £491K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £676K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chatter End

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Chatter End, with 43 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chatter End

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Chatter End ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Chatter End

Broadband speeds in Chatter End are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 7,172 sales

Average Price £491K
£500 — £29.58M
Detached £676K 2,158
Semi £453K 1,846
Terraced £372K 1,607
Flat £262K 1,343

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

27 Primary
6 Secondary
7 Other
Farnham Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Manuden Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Avanti Meadows Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Avanti Brook Primary School Primary 2 miles Bentfield Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 2.2 miles Northgate Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Magna Carta Primary Academy Primary Good 2.3 miles Albury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Utt1 Spangles Fanmily Hub Good 2.5 miles St Mary's CofE Foundation Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Bishop's Stortford College 2.6 miles Hillmead Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Chatter End IMD 2025

Chatter End is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
7/10
11,784 Children (0-15) 20%
37,846 Working Age 63%
13,255 Older (60+) 22%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.7% 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 Chatter End 234 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Chatter End sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

102 Violence & Sexual Offences
43 Anti-Social Behaviour
13 Criminal Damage & Arson
13 Shoplifting
12 Drugs
11 Vehicle Crime
10 Other Theft
9 Public Order
6 Burglary
5 Robbery
4 Other Crime
2 Bicycle Theft
2 Weapons
2 Theft from Person
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.

Nearest Train Stations 4 stations

Stansted Mountfitchet Train Station 2.5 miles
Bishops Stortford Train Station 2.9 miles
Newport (Essex) Train Station 5.8 miles
Sawbridgeworth Train Station 6.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Farnham Green 0.6 miles Level's Green 0.6 miles Farnham 0.6 miles Mallows Green 0.6 miles Uppend 0.9 miles Bentfield Bury 1.2 miles Upwick Green 1.4 miles Hazel End 1.4 miles Manuden 1.4 miles Maggots End 1.4 miles Walnuttree Green 1.8 miles East End 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Uttlesford
County Essex
Ward Stort Valley
Constituency Saffron Walden
Parish Manuden
Region East of England

Streets in CM23 30 shown View all streets

A120 1 A1250 3 Abbotts Way 2 Adams Close 1 Adderley Road 2 Albury Place 1 Alconbury 1 Alder Close 1 All Saints Close 1 Allerthorp Close 2 Alpha Place 2 Ambrose Close 2 Anderson Close 1 Anglesey Close 1 Appleton Fields 2 Apsley Close 1 Apton Fields 1 Apton Road 6 Archer Place 2 Armourers Close 1 Ascot Close 1 Ashby Rise 1 Ashdale 2 Ashwell Drive 1 Aster Close 1 Atherton Close 1 Audrey Gardens 1 Avenue Place 1 Avenue Road 3 Aynsworth Avenue 2

Postcodes in CM23 50 shown View all postcodes

CM23 1AA CM23 1AB CM23 1AD CM23 1AE CM23 1AG CM23 1AH CM23 1AJ CM23 1AL CM23 1AN CM23 1AP CM23 1AR CM23 1AS CM23 1AT CM23 1AU CM23 1AW CM23 1AX CM23 1AY CM23 1AZ CM23 1BA CM23 1BB CM23 1BD CM23 1BE CM23 1BG CM23 1BJ CM23 1BL CM23 1BN CM23 1BP CM23 1BQ CM23 1BS CM23 1BT CM23 1BW CM23 1BX CM23 1BZ CM23 1DA CM23 1DB CM23 1DD CM23 1DE CM23 1DF CM23 1DG CM23 1DH CM23 1DJ CM23 1DL CM23 1DN CM23 1DP CM23 1DQ CM23 1DR CM23 1DS CM23 1DT CM23 1DU CM23 1DW