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Location in Greater ManchesterChesham sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Chesham
Chesham is a village located in the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan, within Greater Manchester, England. It lies to the west of the town of Wigan and is part of the historic county of Lancashire. The village is situated near the River Douglas and is accessible via the A570 road, which connects it to nearby settlements. Chesham has a mix of residential properties, including traditional terraced houses and more modern developments, reflecting its evolution over the years. The area is served by local amenities such as shops, schools, and community centres, and it benefits from good transport links to Manchester and other parts of the region. The postcode area for Chesham is BL9, which covers a broader region including nearby villages and suburbs.
School Ratings in Chesham
There are 166 schools in and around Chesham. Hoyle Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Chesham
The average property price is £220K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £147K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chesham
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Chesham, with 27 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Chesham
Chesham sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Healthcare in Chesham
There are 39 GP surgeries within three miles of Chesham, the nearest being Huntley Mount Medical Centre (0.6 miles away).
Local Data for Chesham
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Property Prices 6,257 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the BL9 postcode area.
Household Income in Chesham ONS 2023
The average total household income in Chesham is approximately £65,533 a year before tax, 19% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £47,918. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £47,918.
Businesses in Chesham ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,516 active businesses based in Chesham, around 28 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 13 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Chesham IMD 2025
Chesham 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 Chesham 165 crimes · May 2026
Chesham 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 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Chesham
Of the 11,233 households in and around Chesham, 68% are owned, 19% 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 Chesham.