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 £244K 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. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Chapelgate, with 16 incidents logged in January 2026.

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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Chapelgate

Most properties in Chapelgate can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 7,159 sales

Average Price £244K
£500 — £7.88M
Detached £283K 4,122
Semi £172K 1,823
Terraced £138K 673
Flat £89K 77

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

12 Primary
2 Secondary
3 Other
Gedney Church End Primary Academy Primary 0.8 miles Lutton St Nicholas Primary Academy Primary 1.1 miles Long Sutton County Primary School Primary 1.1 miles University Academy Long Sutton Secondary Requires Improvement 1.4 miles Fleet Wood Lane School Primary Requires Improvement 1.8 miles University Academy Holbeach Secondary 3.5 miles Holbeach and Sutton Bridge Children's Centre 3.6 miles Holbeach Primary Academy Primary Good 3.6 miles The Holbeach William Stukeley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles Three Chestnuts 3.8 miles Holbeach Bank Primary Academy Primary Good 3.9 miles Gedney Drove End Primary School Primary 3.9 miles

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.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
3/10
Health
5/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,610 Children (0-15) 16%
34,052 Working Age 58%
19,497 Older (60+) 33%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 38.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15% 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 Chapelgate 71 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

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.

30 Violence & Sexual Offences
16 Anti-Social Behaviour
10 Public Order
6 Shoplifting
4 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Other Theft
2 Burglary
Local Policing
Lincolnshire The Suttons
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.

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Gedney 0.6 miles Fleet Hargate 1.2 miles Lutton Gowts 1.2 miles Gedney Dyke 1.2 miles Garnsgate 1.2 miles Lutton 1.4 miles Little London 1.4 miles Long Sutton 1.8 miles Fleet 2 miles Sutton Corner 2.2 miles Holbeach Hurn 2.2 miles Sutton Crosses 2.2 miles

Local Government

District South Holland
County Lincolnshire
Ward Gedney
Constituency South Holland and The Deepings
Parish Gedney
Region East Midlands

Streets in PE12 30 shown View all streets

A17 7 Abbots Gardens 1 Albert Avenue 2 Albert Street 2 Albert Walk 1 Albion Street 1 All Saints Close 2 Allenbys Chase 1 Allison Avenue 1 Angell Lane 1 Anne Road 1 Anvil Close 1 Armstrong's Close 1 Arthurs' Avenue 2 Ash Close 2 Ash Tree Lane 2 Ashby Gardens 1 Ashville Close 1 Austendike Road 2 Avenue Farm Road 1 B1359 3 Back Bank 1 Back Lane 3 Back Street 1 Badgate Road 2 Baileys Close 1 Baily's Lane 1 Bakestraw Gate 1 Ball's Lane 1 Balmoral Way 3

Postcodes in PE12 50 shown View all postcodes

PE12 0AA PE12 0AB PE12 0AD PE12 0AF PE12 0AG PE12 0AH PE12 0AJ PE12 0AL PE12 0AN PE12 0AP PE12 0AR PE12 0AS PE12 0AT PE12 0AU PE12 0AW PE12 0AX PE12 0AY PE12 0AZ PE12 0BA PE12 0BB PE12 0BE PE12 0BF PE12 0BG PE12 0BJ PE12 0BL PE12 0BN PE12 0BP PE12 0BQ PE12 0BS PE12 0BT PE12 0BU PE12 0BW PE12 0BX PE12 0BY PE12 0BZ PE12 0DA PE12 0DB PE12 0DD PE12 0DE PE12 0DF PE12 0DG PE12 0DH PE12 0DJ PE12 0DL PE12 0DN PE12 0DP PE12 0DQ PE12 0DT PE12 0DU PE12 0EA