{"id":1994,"date":"2021-01-31T21:05:52","date_gmt":"2021-01-31T21:05:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/?p=1994"},"modified":"2021-01-31T21:05:53","modified_gmt":"2021-01-31T21:05:53","slug":"whats-it-like-to-live-in-chesham","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dy36-2.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/whats-it-like-to-live-in-chesham\/","title":{"rendered":"What&#8217;s it like to live in Chesham?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chesham in a\ncharming market town in Buckinghamshire that boasts a prime London commuter\nbelt location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Based in south-west Bucks, Chesham is\nthe biggest town in the Chilterns District and lies around 28 miles to the north-west\nof the capital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With the perfect balance of vibrant\ntown life and green outdoor space, a mix of attractive housing opportunities and\nexcellent transport links, Chesham ticks many boxes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Did you know? <\/strong>A historic 19th century dwelling, Chesham is famous for its \u2018<a href=\"https:\/\/www.picturesofengland.com\/England\/Buckinghamshire\/Chesham\/facts\">four Bs<\/a>\u2019: <em>beer, boots, brushes, and Baptists.<\/em> <\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For Londoners looking for a slower pace\nof life, families, and young professionals alike, Chesham<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">has plenty to offer. Read on to explore\nwhat it\u2019s like to live in Chesham.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Transport links<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chesham is a well-connected town with a\nwealth of reliable transport links to local destinations as well as central\nLondon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite being in Buckinghamshire,\nChesham has its very own Zone 9 tube station. Running on the Metropolitan Line,\nChesham tube station offers frequent links to the heart of the city, extending\nall the way to Aldgate in Zone 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to an incredibly amenable\ntube link, Chesham also boasts <a href=\"https:\/\/moovitapp.com\/index\/en-gb\/public_transportation-Chesham-London_and_South_East-stop_24076867-2122\">four extensive bus routes<\/a> that offer access to major\npockets of the local area as well as High Wycombe, Milton Keynes, Watford,\nWindsor and central London.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For those travelling by car, Chesham is\nclose to the M25 and M40 as well as the A404. These road links make it easier\nfor commuting to London as well as taking trips further afield to some of the\nUK\u2019s best destinations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Nearest train stations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/tfl.gov.uk\/tube\/stop\/940GZZLUCSM\/chesham-underground-station?lineId=metropolitan\">Chesham Underground Station<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thetrainline.com\/stations\/amersham\">Amersham Station<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Schools <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you\u2019re talking about your child\u2019s\neducation, there is no room for compromise. Fortunately, Chesham boasts an\nexcellent choice of primary and secondary school settings in addition to\ninstitutions with suitable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bucksfamilyinfo.org\/kb5\/buckinghamshire\/fsd\/site.page?id=WTCHvjSN3n0\">SEND<\/a> (special educational needs &amp;\ndisabilities) provision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.compare-school-performance.service.gov.uk\/schools-by-type?step=default&amp;table=schools&amp;parliamentary=Chesham%20and%20Amersham&amp;geographic=parliamentary&amp;for=primary\">49 primary school\nsettings<\/a>\nin and around Chesham, many of which are rated above average or well above average\nby the local authority. So, rest assured, if you are looking to secure your\nlittle ones a respectable early years education, there is no end of choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your children are of secondary\nschool age, the area is home to 15 secondary schools, and at least four are\nrated well above average, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.challonershigh.com\/\">Dr Challoner\u2019s High School<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For \u2018big kids\u2019 or young adults\nembarking on their higher education journey, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arts.ac.uk\/courses\">Amersham &amp; Wycombe College<\/a> offers a range of vocational\nas well as academic courses. Plus, the town\u2019s excellent links to London means\nthat your children can also study in the big city if they wish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oh, and for those tiny tots, there are\nlots of trusted <a href=\"https:\/\/www.daynurseries.co.uk\/day_nursery_search_results.cfm\/searchtown\/Chesham\">nurseries and playgroups<\/a> scattered around the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Leisure and amenities <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For your shopping needs, Chesham\u2019s\ncharming town centre is home to a mix of quaint independent and well-respected\nhigh-street stores.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A little further afield in Amersham,\nBerkhamsted or Bovingdon you can access shops including Waterstones, The\nHatchery Farm Shop, The Pottery Project, and historic <a href=\"http:\/\/www.wendyfairmarkets.com\/bovingdon-market.html\">Bovingdon Market.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re looking for your exercise fix\nor a spot of healthy family fun, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.everyoneactive.com\/centre\/chesham-leisure-centre\/\">Chesham Leisure Centre<\/a> is home to a fully-equipped\ngymnasium, a group fitness studio, a sports hall and a 25 metre swimming pool\nas well as toddler pool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to enjoying easy access to\nthe delights of London, Chesham\u2019s stunning Chilterns location means that there are\nno end of parks, green spaces, and picturesque walking routes basically on your\ndoorstep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some of the Chiltern Hills\u2019 best\nnatural spots are a short drive from Chesham and nearby parks including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chesham.gov.uk\/Open_Spaces\/Berkhampstead_Field.aspx\">Berkhampstead Field Community Meadow<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chesham.gov.uk\/Open_Spaces\/Coop_Field.aspx\">Co-op Field<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chesham.gov.uk\/Open_Spaces\/Lowndes_Park.aspx\">Lowndes Park<\/a> are among the best in the\nregion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lowndes Park is not only an excellent\nlocal leisure destination, but as it is meticulously maintained by the \u2018<a href=\"https:\/\/chilternsociety.org.uk\/our-sites\/captains-wood\/\">Friends of Lowndes Park<\/a>\u2019, it has become a vibrant hub\nfilled with interesting walking routes and stunning patches of wild flowers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What\u2019s on?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a town with a community feel,\nChesham hosts annual events including <a href=\"https:\/\/groups.runtogether.co.uk\/WelcomeToRunning\">Welcome to Running<\/a> and the much-loved <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cheshamartsfestival.org.uk\/\">Chesham Arts Festival<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The vibrant and bohemian <a href=\"http:\/\/the-drawingroom.co.uk\/\">Drawing Room<\/a> venue plays hosts to regular gigs,\nconcerts, and performing arts events throughout the year while showcasing a\nwealth of local blues &amp; jazz talent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to its annual events and\nrenowned musical hub, here are some other worthy local (or nearby) sights to\nexplore:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.wycombewildlifegrp.co.uk\/sandsbanklnr.htm\">Sands Bank<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationaltrust.org.uk\/ashridge-estate\">Ashridge Estate<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheshammoorfitness.org.uk\/swimming.html\">Chesham Heated Outdoor Pool<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ukclimbing.com\/forums\/walls+training\/amersham_the_climb-473036\">The Climb<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.roalddahl.com\/museum\">The Roald Dahl Museum &amp; Story Centre<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/chilternsociety.org.uk\/our-sites\/captains-wood\/\">Captain\u2019s Wood<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oh, and for well-deserved drinking,\ndancing or socialising during evenings and weekends, there are plenty of\ntop-notch <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.co.uk\/Restaurants-g911451-Chesham_Buckinghamshire_England.html\">pubs, bars, and eateries<\/a> in Chesham. The Queen\u2019s Head\nand Black Horse Inn are particularly good for a beer and a bite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Crime and safety <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><em>&#8220;We moved to Chesham in December, and we love it! It&#8217;s a great family-friendly town, loads going on, and good access to London where we work. We live one street over from Cameron Road, it&#8217;s very quiet and I feel very safe here. The high street and market have everything you need.&#8221;<\/em><\/p><cite><a href=\"http:\/\/www.lifeafterlondon.com\/forums-2\/topic\/amersham-or-chesham-which-one-to-buy-in-please-help\/\"><em>Kristie<\/em><\/a><em>, Life After London Forum<\/em> <\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Generally, the residents\nof Chesham feel secure\u2014and this is partly due to the town&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.buckscc.gov.uk\/services\/community\/community-safety\/safe-place-scheme\/\">Safe Place Scheme<\/a>\u2014an initiative\nthat looks after the area&#8217;s most vulnerable people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like most towns, crime\ndoes exist in Chesham, but rates are low, and the area is well-covered by The\nThames Valley Police.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a full rundown of\nlocal crime rates and statistics, visit Chesham\u2019s dedicated page at the Police UK <a href=\"https:\/\/www.police.uk\/pu\/your-area\/thames-valley-police\/chesham\/\">website<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Want to know\nmore?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check out\nproperties for sale in Chesham <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/houses-for-sale\/chesham\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"valuation-widgets\">\n    <div class=\"valuation-widgets__col\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/online-valuation\" class=\"valuation-widget\">\n            <div class=\"media\">\n    <div class=\"media__media\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dy36-2.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/wp-content\/themes\/yopa\/assets\/images\/icon-house.svg\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\">    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"media__inner\">\n        <div class=\"media__heading\">\n            Instant online <span class=\"chevron\">valuation<\/span>        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"media__content\">\n            <p>Get a rough estimate of your home's value now.<\/p>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"valuation-widgets__col\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/property-valuation\" class=\"valuation-widget\">\n            <div class=\"media\">\n    <div class=\"media__media\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dy36-2.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/wp-content\/themes\/yopa\/assets\/images\/icon-currency.svg\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\">    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"media__inner\">\n        <div class=\"media__heading\">\n            Face-to-face <span class=\"chevron\">valuation<\/span>        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"media__content\">\n            <p>Book an appointment with your local Yopa agent.<\/p>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Chesham in a charming market town in Buckinghamshire that boasts a prime London commuter belt location. 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