Amersham vs Chesham
A side-by-side comparison of two popular UK areas based on official data.
| Metric | Amersham | Chesham |
|---|---|---|
| Region | South East | South East |
| Type | Town | Town |
| Median price | £650k | £421k |
| Price change (YoY) | -7.0% | -0.8% |
| Crime per 1,000 | 38 | 43 |
| Schools | 13 | 8 |
| Good/Outstanding | 13 | 7 |
| Transport | Excellent | Excellent |
| Population | 15,751 | 24,771 |
Amersham
Chiltern Hills market town with Old Amersham heritage, Metropolitan Line, and AONB walks.
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Buckinghamshire town at the end of the Metropolitan Line, in the Chiltern Hills.
View full area guide →Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Amersham or Chesham?
Chesham is more affordable with a median house price of £421k, compared to £650k in Amersham.
Is Amersham or Chesham safer?
Amersham has a lower crime rate at 38 per 1,000 residents, compared to 43 per 1,000 in Chesham. Crime data is from Police.uk.
Which has better schools, Amersham or Chesham?
Amersham has a higher proportion of Good or Outstanding schools at 100%, compared to 88% in Chesham. Ratings are from Ofsted.
Should I live in Amersham or Chesham?
It depends on your priorities. Amersham offers £650k median prices with excellent transport, while Chesham has £421k median prices with excellent transport. Compare the full data to decide which suits your needs.