About Chastleton

Chastleton is a village located in the county of Oxfordshire, in the south of England. It lies within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, known for its rolling hills and traditional stone buildings. The village is centred around a small green, with a historic church and a few local shops and pubs. Chastleton House, a significant Elizabethan manor house, is a notable landmark and is open to the public. The house is renowned for its well-preserved architecture and historic interiors, offering insight into domestic life from the 16th and 17th centuries. The surrounding countryside provides pleasant walking routes, with footpaths leading through fields and woodlands. The village has a quiet, rural character, with a close-knit community and a strong sense of local history. Its postcode area is GL56, placing it within the broader Gloucestershire region, though administratively it remains part of Oxfordshire.

School Ratings in Chastleton

There are 13 schools in and around Chastleton. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.

House Prices in Chastleton

The average property price is £558K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £812K.

Deprivation and Employment in Chastleton

Chastleton sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Chastleton

Broadband availability in Chastleton includes superfast options in many areas, though speeds can vary. Mobile coverage is generally adequate on 4G, but 5G and indoor reception may be limited in some spots. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,997 sales

Average Price £558K
£5K £11M
Detached £812K 619
Semi £382K 493
Terraced £370K 513
Flat £237K 225

Deprivation and Employment in Chastleton IMD 2025

Chastleton 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.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
10/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
3,350 Children (0-15) 15%
13,126 Working Age 57%
8,839 Older (60+) 38%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.3% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.3% 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

Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Moreton-In-Marsh Train Station 3.1 miles
Kingham Train Station 4.3 miles
Charlbury Train Station 9.1 miles

Location

Local Government

District Cotswold
County Gloucestershire
Ward Moreton West
Constituency The Cotswolds
Parish Moreton-in-Marsh
Region South West