About Chilgrove

Chilgrove is a village located in West Sussex, within the postcode area PO18. It lies to the north of the town of Steyning and is situated near the A281 road, which connects it to nearby settlements. The village is known for its rural setting and traditional English countryside character, with a mix of historic and modern homes. Chilgrove has a long history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Roman period. The local church, St Mary’s, is a notable feature and reflects the village’s medieval heritage. The surrounding area is largely agricultural, with open fields and hedgerows typical of the South Downs landscape. The village is served by local amenities, including a primary school and a community hall, and is within easy reach of larger towns such as Horsham and Arundel.

School Ratings in Chilgrove

Chilgrove is served by 8 schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Chilgrove

Property prices average £607K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £784K.

Deprivation and Employment in Chilgrove

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Chilgrove 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 Chilgrove

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Chilgrove, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,114 sales

Average Price £607K
£1K £5.2M
Detached £784K 954
Semi £411K 491
Terraced £391K 340
Flat £237K 149

Deprivation and Employment in Chilgrove IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Chilgrove 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
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
5,987 Children (0-15) 16%
21,906 Working Age 59%
12,336 Older (60+) 33%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.2% 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 6 stations

Bosham Train Station 5.7 miles
Fishbourne (Sussex) Train Station 5.9 miles
Nutbourne Train Station 5.9 miles
Rowlands Castle Train Station 6.1 miles
Southbourne Train Station 6.3 miles
Chichester Train Station 6.7 miles

Location

Local Government

District Chichester
County West Sussex
Ward Lavant
Constituency Chichester
Parish Lavant
Region South East