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Chertsey built-up area

Built-up area4.0 km² (1.5 sq mi)

Location in SurreyChertsey sits where the marker shows within the county.

19,207
Population
8,019
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£66,930
Avg. household income
1,238
Businesses
683
People per km²
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About Chertsey

Chertsey is a town in the county of Surrey, located in south-east England. It lies on the north bank of the River Thames, with the town centre situated just off the A320. The area has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to Roman times, and the town is home to Chertsey Abbey, a former Benedictine monastery founded in the 7th century. The abbey ruins are a notable landmark, and the town retains a sense of historical continuity. Chertsey is well-connected by road and rail, with Chertsey railway station providing regular services to London and other nearby towns. The town offers a mix of residential areas, local shops, and recreational spaces, including the riverside walk along the Thames. It is part of the KT16 postcode area and is known for its peaceful atmosphere and community feel.

School Ratings in Chertsey

There are 128 schools in and around Chertsey. Meath School and Pyrcroft Grange Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Chertsey

The average property price is £586K, with flats making up the majority of the housing stock at around £287K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chertsey

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Chertsey, with 69 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chertsey

Chertsey 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 broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Chertsey

There are 10 GP surgeries within three miles of Chertsey, the nearest being Chertsey Health Centre (0.1 miles away).

Local Data for Chertsey

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Property Prices 3,559 sales

Average Price £586K
£1K , £95.45M
Detached £757K 751
Semi £497K 761
Terraced £416K 663
Flat £287K 1,191

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

67 Primary
15 Secondary
46 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 5
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the KT16 postcode area.

St Anne's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 121 yards Stepgates Community School Primary Good 147 yards Chertsey High School Secondary Good 0.5 miles Sir William Perkins's School Not applicable 0.5 miles Philip Southcote School Not applicable 0.6 miles Chertsey Sure Start Children's Centre Requires Improvement 0.7 miles Chertsey Nursery School Nursery Good 0.7 miles Pyrcroft Grange Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.8 miles Salesian School, Chertsey Secondary 0.9 miles Meadowcroft Community Primary School Primary Good 1 miles St George's College Weybridge Not applicable 1.1 miles St Paul's CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles

Household Income in Chertsey ONS 2023

The average total household income in Chertsey is approximately £66,930 a year before tax, 21% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £47,491. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Chertsey £66,930
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £47,491.

Businesses in Chertsey ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,238 active businesses based in Chertsey, around 64 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 42 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,238 Total businesses
64 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 88%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Chertsey IMD 2025

Chertsey 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
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 18%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 20%
3,489 Children (0-15) 18%
11,963 Working Age 62%
3,755 Older (65+) 20%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 22.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.4% 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 Chertsey 319 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Chertsey sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 104
Anti-Social Behaviour 69
Public Order 36
Other Theft 26
Criminal Damage & Arson 19
Shoplifting 17
Vehicle Crime 14
Other Crime 14
Drugs 9
Weapons 4
Robbery 3
Bicycle Theft 2
Burglary 1
Theft from Person 1
Local Policing
Surrey Chertsey Meads & St Annes
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 6 stations

Chertsey Train Station 0.4 miles
Addlestone Train Station 1.2 miles
Shepperton Train Station 2.4 miles
Weybridge Train Station 2.6 miles
Byfleet And New Haw Train Station 2.7 miles
Virginia Water Train Station 2.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Chertsey Meads 0.6 miles Addlestonemoor 0.6 miles Abbey Mead 0.6 miles Addlestone 1.2 miles Laleham 1.4 miles Hamm Moor 1.8 miles Row Town 1.9 miles Shepperton 2 miles Shepperton Green 2 miles Rowhill 2 miles New Haw 2 miles Thorpe 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Runnymede
County Surrey
Ward Longcross, Lyne & Chertsey South
Constituency Runnymede and Weybridge
Parish Runnymede, unparished area
Region South East

Home Ownership in Chertsey

Of the 8,293 households in and around Chertsey, 68% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 68% Social rented 14% Private rented 18%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Chertsey

What is the population of Chertsey?
Chertsey has a population of approximately 19,207 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Chertsey?
The average property in and around Chertsey sold for about £585,830, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 68% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Chertsey a deprived area?
Chertsey sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Chertsey?
Chertsey is covered by the KT16 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Chertsey?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Chertsey, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Chertsey?
The nearest railway station to Chertsey is Chertsey Train Station, about 0.4 miles away.

Streets in KT16 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Gardens 1 Abbey Green 1 Abbey Meadows 1 Abbey Place 2 Abbey Road 4 Abbots Way 2 Accommodation Road 2 Albert Avenue 1 Albury Close 1 Almners Road 4 Alwyns Close 1 Alwyns Lane 1 Anningley Park 2 Anningsley Park 1 Barker Close 1 Barker Road 4 Bell Bridge Road 3 Beomonds Row 2 Bittams Lane 4 Blacksmiths Lane 1 Botleys Road 3 Bourne Avenue 1 Bousley Rise 2 Bramley Close 1 Bretlands Road 1 Bridge Road 9 Bridge Wharf 11 Brookside 1 Brox Lane 2 Brox Road 13

Postcodes in KT16 50 shown View all postcodes

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