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About Chapmore End
Chapmore End is a small settlement located in Hertfordshire, within the SG12 postcode area of England. It lies to the south of the town of Letchworth Garden City, and is part of the civil parish of Letchworth. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of modern and older housing developments. It is situated near the A602 road, which connects it to nearby towns and the wider region. The surrounding landscape is typical of the Hertfordshire countryside, with open fields and scattered trees. There are no major landmarks or tourist attractions in Chapmore End, but it offers a quiet, suburban environment with easy access to local amenities and transport links. The community is small and close-knit, with a focus on family life and local services.
School Ratings in Chapmore End
Families in Chapmore End have access to 60 local schools. Hunsdon Junior Mixed and Infant School, Amwell View School, The Chauncy School and Presdales School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Chapmore End
Homes sell for an average of £455K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £253K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chapmore End
Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Chapmore End, with 31 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Chapmore End
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Chapmore End among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Healthcare in Chapmore End
There are 7 GP surgeries within three miles of Chapmore End, the nearest being New River Health (2.3 miles away).
Local Data for Chapmore End
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Property Prices 4,321 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the SG12 postcode area.
Household Income in Chapmore End ONS 2023
The average total household income in Chapmore End is approximately £67,199 a year before tax, 22% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £48,054. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £48,054.
Businesses in Chapmore End ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,620 active businesses based in Chapmore End, around 47 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 28 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Chapmore End IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Chapmore 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.
Crime in Chapmore End 114 crimes · April 2026
Crime levels in Chapmore 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 town where serious incidents remain uncommon.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Chapmore End
Of the 14,492 households in and around Chapmore End, 71% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 15% 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 Chapmore End.