Chesham Conservation Area

Chesham is a compact conservation area in England, covering approximately 19.3 hectares of protected landscape. The area has been designated to preserve its distinctive character, including its historic buildings, street patterns, and open spaces. The area contains 93 listed buildings, highlighting its exceptional concentration of heritage assets.

At 19.3 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade I Church of St MaryHP5 1HH
• Grade II* 54 and 56, Church StreetHP5 1HY
• Grade II* Great GermainsHP5 1LR
• Grade II 10-14, Germain StreetHP5 1LH
• Grade II 104-108, Church StreetHP5 1JD
• Grade II 109, Church StreetHP5 1JD
• Grade II 10, Market SquareHP5 1ER
• Grade II 10, Pednormead EndHP5 2JS
• Grade II 110, Church StreetHP5 1JD
• Grade II 111, Church StreetHP5 2JS
• Grade II 113 and 115, Church StreetHP5 2JS
• Grade II 114 and 116, Church StreetHP5 2JS
• Grade II 11, Market SquareHP5 1HG
• Grade II 12-16, Market SquareHP5 1ES
• Grade II 12 and 14, Pednormead EndHP5 2JS
• Grade II 130, High StreetHP5 2YA
• Grade II 132, High StreetHP5 2YA
• Grade II 1-3, Hyatt's YardHP5 1EU
• Grade II 13, Market SquareHP5 1HG
• Grade II 14a, High StreetHP5 1HS

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Chesham Bois2.2 km
• Elm Close3.2 km
• Weller Estate3.2 km
• Shardeloes Park4 km
• Amersham4.1 km
• Little Missenden4.3 km
• Chenies and Latimer5.2 km
• Flaunden5.8 km

About Chesham Conservation Area

Is my property in Chesham Conservation Area?

Use the free HeritageCheck postcode checker to instantly find out if your property is within the Chesham Conservation Area boundary.

What restrictions apply in Chesham?

Properties in Chesham Conservation Area may face restrictions on demolition, tree work (6 weeks' notice required), and certain exterior alterations. Contact your local planning authority for specific rules that apply here.

Learn more: What is a Conservation Area? · Restrictions · Planning Permission · CA vs Listed Building · Trees