Chequers Corner, Norfolk | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Chequers Corner

Chequers Corner is a small settlement located in the county of Norfolk, in the eastern part of England. It lies within the PE14 postcode area and is situated near the village of Swaffham. The area is predominantly rural, with open farmland and scattered houses typical of the Norfolk countryside. The name 'Chequers Corner' likely derives from a local landmark or historical feature, though its exact origin is not widely documented. The surrounding landscape offers a peaceful environment, with access to walking trails and local amenities in nearby villages. The community is small and close-knit, with a strong sense of local identity. The area is well-connected by road, with the A1067 passing close by, providing links to larger towns and cities in the region.

School Ratings in Chequers Corner

Chequers Corner is served by 35 schools. Emneth Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 15 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Chequers Corner

Property prices average £302K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £313K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chequers Corner

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Chequers Corner, with 8 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chequers Corner

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Chequers Corner is among the more deprived areas nationally. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Chequers Corner

There are 7 GP surgeries within three miles of Chequers Corner, the nearest being Anglia Community Eye Service (2 miles away).

Local Data for Chequers Corner

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Property Prices 3,245 sales

Average Price £302K

£800 , £29.65M

Detached £313K 1,948

Semi £200K 785

Terraced £158K 206

Flat £87K 12

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

19 Primary

3 Secondary

13 Other

Outstanding 1

Good 15

Ofsted ratings for schools in the PE14 postcode area.

Emneth Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 1.1 miles Emneth Academy Primary Good 1.1 miles Meadowgate Academy Not applicable 1.4 miles Ramnoth Junior School Primary Good 1.7 miles Thomas Clarkson Academy Secondary Good 1.8 miles Clarkson Infants School Primary Good 1.8 miles St Peter's CofE Aided Junior School Primary Good 1.8 miles Elm Road Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Wisbech South Child and Family Centre 1.9 miles Elm CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles The Nene Infant & Nursery School Primary Good 1.9 miles The Wisbech Academy Secondary 2 miles

Household Income in Chequers Corner ONS 2023

The average total household income in Chequers Corner is approximately £45,470 a year before tax, 18% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,588. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Chequers Corner £45,470

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £35,588.

Businesses in Chequers Corner ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,033 active businesses based in Chequers Corner, around 42 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% 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.

1,033 Total businesses

42 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 90%

Small, 10-49 8%

Medium, 50-249 1%

Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Chequers Corner IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Chequers Corner as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.

Overall Deprivation

3/10

Income

5/10

Employment

4/10

Education

2/10

Health

4/10

Housing

2/10

Living Environment

5/10

Children 0-15 16%

Working age 59%

Older 65+ 25%

4,050 Children (0-15) 16%

14,509 Working Age 59%

6,095 Older (65+) 25%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 36.5% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.9% 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 Chequers Corner 53 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Chequers Corner 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 26

Anti-Social Behaviour 8

Criminal Damage & Arson 6

Other Theft 4

Other Crime 3

Robbery 2

Drugs 1

Public Order 1

Shoplifting 1

Vehicle Crime 1

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 2 stations

Downham Market Train Station 7.4 miles

Watlington Train Station 7.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Emneth 0.9 miles Holly End 1.2 miles Marshland St James 1.4 miles Emneth Hungate 1.4 miles Collett's Br 1.4 miles Walsoken 1.8 miles Elm 1.8 miles Wisbech 2 miles The Smeeth 2.2 miles Walton Highway 2.5 miles Begdale 2.8 miles St John's Fen End 3.1 miles

Local Government

District Fenland

County Cambridgeshire

Ward Elm & Christchurch

Constituency North East Cambridgeshire

Parish Elm

Region East of England

Home Ownership in Chequers Corner

Of the 10,289 households in and around Chequers Corner, 75% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 75% Social rented 11% Private rented 14%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Chequers Corner.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chequers Corner

What is the population of Chequers Corner?

Chequers Corner has a population of approximately 24,650 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Chequers Corner?

The average property in and around Chequers Corner sold for about £301,593, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 14% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Chequers Corner a deprived area?

Chequers Corner sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Chequers Corner?

Chequers Corner is covered by the PE14 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Chequers Corner?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Chequers Corner, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Chequers Corner?

The nearest railway station to Chequers Corner is Downham Market Train Station, about 7.4 miles away.

Streets in PE14 30 shown View all streets

Abington Grove 1 Abraham Drive 1 All Saints Close 1 Angle Road 1 B1101 1 Back Drove 3 Back Lane 1 Back Road 2 Bakers Road 1 Baldwins Drove 1 Bambers Lane 1 Baptist Road 3 Bar Drove 3 Bardyke Bank 2 Basin Road 3 Beaupre Avenue 2 Bedford Bank (East) 1 Begdale Road 3 Bellamy's Lane 1 Bells Drove 1 Belt Drove 2 Biggs Road 2 Birch Grove 1 Birdbeck Drive 1 Black Bear Lane 1 Black Drove 3 Blunt's Drove 2 Blunt's Orchard Drove 1 Bonnetts Lane 1 Bramley Court 1

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