About Ashton

Ashton is a village located in Cheshire, within the CH3 postcode area of England. It lies in the north-west of the country, close to the border with Greater Manchester. The village is situated near the River Weaver, which has historically played a role in the local economy. Ashton is known for its rural setting and traditional English countryside character, with a mix of residential properties and open fields. The area is accessible by road, with the A556 and A557 providing connections to nearby towns and cities. The village has a small community feel, with local amenities including a church, a pub, and a primary school. It is a peaceful place, offering a quiet lifestyle while remaining within easy reach of larger centres such as Chester and Stockport.

School Ratings in Ashton

Ashton is served by 25 schools. Guilden Sutton CofE Primary School and Boughton Heath Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ashton

Property prices average £339K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £457K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ashton

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Public order accounts for the highest share in Ashton, with 4 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ashton

Ashton falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Ashton

Most properties in Ashton can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,569 sales

Average Price £339K
£100 — £4.55M
Detached £457K 1,899
Semi £281K 1,746
Terraced £242K 1,184
Flat £239K 526

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

19 Primary
2 Secondary
4 Other
Ashton Hayes Primary School Primary Good 162 yards Kelsall Primary and Nursery School Primary Outstanding 1.6 miles iMap Centre Good 1.9 miles Tarvin Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Barrow CofE Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.6 miles Fern House School and College 2.7 miles Alvanley and Manley Village School Primary Good 2.8 miles Delamere CofE Primary Academy Primary Outstanding 3 miles Horn's Mill Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Duddon St Peter's CofE Primary School Primary 3.1 miles Guilden Sutton CofE Primary School Primary Outstanding 3.8 miles Mickle Trafford Village School Primary Good 3.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ashton IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Ashton among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
9/10
Health
8/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,226 Children (0-15) 17%
28,231 Working Age 59%
14,500 Older (60+) 30%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.2% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.9% 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 Ashton 31 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Ashton falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

13 Violence & Sexual Offences
4 Public Order
3 Burglary
3 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Other Theft
2 Shoplifting
2 Other Crime
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Mouldsworth Train Station 1.6 miles
Delamere Train Station 3.3 miles
Helsby Train Station 3.9 miles
Ince And Elton (Cheshire) Train Station 4.7 miles
Stanlow And Thornton Train Station 5.2 miles
Frodsham Train Station 5.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Manley 1.2 miles Kelsall 1.4 miles Woodside 1.4 miles Hollowmoor Heath 1.4 miles Tarvin Sands 1.4 miles Mouldsworth 1.4 miles Hallowsgate 1.8 miles Broomhill 1.9 miles Barrowmore Estate 1.9 miles Oscroft 1.9 miles Long Green 2 miles Buckoak 2 miles

Local Government

District Cheshire West and Chester
Ward Great Boughton
Constituency City of Chester
Parish Great Boughton
Region North West

Streets in CH3 30 shown View all streets

Abbotts Close 1 Abbotts Road 1 Adder Hill 1 Alanbrooke Road 2 Aldersey Lane 4 Aldford Road 2 Allansford Avenue 1 Alma Street 1 Andrew's Close 1 Arden Close 3 Arnhem Way 3 Arrowcroft Road 1 Artillery Road 1 Ashley Gardens 1 Ashton Lane 1 Austins Hill 1 B5130 2 B5132 1 Bachefield Avenue 1 Bachelors Lane 2 Back Lane 1 Badgers Close 1 Ballater Crescent 2 Barkhill Road 3 Barley Croft 1 Barnfield 1 Barnhill Road 4 Barnhouse Lane 5 Barnston Court 1 Barracks Lane 1

Postcodes in CH3 50 shown View all postcodes

CH3 5AA CH3 5AB CH3 5AD CH3 5AE CH3 5AF CH3 5AG CH3 5AH CH3 5AJ CH3 5AL CH3 5AN CH3 5AP CH3 5AQ CH3 5AR CH3 5AS CH3 5AT CH3 5AU CH3 5AW CH3 5AX CH3 5AY CH3 5AZ CH3 5BA CH3 5BB CH3 5BD CH3 5BE CH3 5BF CH3 5BG CH3 5BH CH3 5BJ CH3 5BL CH3 5BN CH3 5BP CH3 5BQ CH3 5BR CH3 5BS CH3 5BU CH3 5BW CH3 5DA CH3 5DB CH3 5DD CH3 5DE CH3 5DF CH3 5DH CH3 5DJ CH3 5DL CH3 5DN CH3 5DP CH3 5DR CH3 5DS CH3 5DU CH3 5DW