Chapelgate on the map
Location in LincolnshireChapelgate sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Chapelgate
Chapelgate is a small settlement in the Lincolnshire countryside, located within the PE12 postcode area. It lies to the west of the town of Spalding and is part of the civil parish of Spalding. The area is predominantly rural, with farmland stretching across the surrounding landscape. The name Chapelgate suggests a historical connection to a chapel, though no such building remains visible today. The village is situated near the River Welland, which forms part of the local boundary and contributes to the area’s agricultural character. The nearest amenities are found in Spalding, which offers shops, schools, and a railway station. The community is quiet and residential, with a mix of older and more modern housing. The local environment is peaceful, with open fields and hedgerows typical of the Lincolnshire Fens.
School Ratings in Chapelgate
Chapelgate is served by 17 schools. Tudor Lodge Therapeutic School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Chapelgate
Property prices average £246K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £283K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chapelgate
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages.
Deprivation and Employment in Chapelgate
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Chapelgate falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.
Healthcare in Chapelgate
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Chapelgate, the nearest being Long Sutton Medical Ctr. (1.3 miles away).
Local Data for Chapelgate
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Property Prices 7,066 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the PE12 postcode area.
Household Income in Chapelgate ONS 2023
The average total household income in Chapelgate is approximately £42,377 a year before tax, 23% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £32,043. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £32,043.
Businesses in Chapelgate ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,581 active businesses based in Chapelgate, around 38 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 21 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Chapelgate IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Chapelgate in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.
Crime in Chapelgate 1 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Chapelgate falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Chapelgate
Of the 18,163 households in and around Chapelgate, 74% are owned, 12% 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 Chapelgate.