About Astmoor

Astmoor is a small settlement located in the county of Cheshire, in the north-west of England. It lies within the WA7 postcode area and is situated near the border with Greater Manchester. The area is predominantly rural, with open fields and scattered residential properties. The village is close to the A556 road, providing access to nearby towns and cities such as Warrington and Manchester. Astmoor is part of the civil parish of Astmoor and is known for its quiet, countryside setting. The local community is small but active, with residents enjoying the peaceful environment and proximity to natural landscapes. The area is served by local amenities and is within easy reach of larger centres for shopping and services.

School Ratings in Astmoor

Astmoor is served by 112 schools. A further 23 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Astmoor

Property prices average £209K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £106K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Astmoor

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Drugs accounts for the highest share in Astmoor, with 39 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Astmoor

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Astmoor 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 Astmoor

Most properties in Astmoor 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 7,456 sales

Average Price £209K
£200 — £54.95M
Detached £273K 1,650
Semi £165K 2,476
Terraced £106K 2,533
Flat £83K 478

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

74 Primary
11 Secondary
27 Other
The Bridge School Good 0.3 miles Astmoor Primary School Primary 0.6 miles St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Primary Good 0.6 miles St Mary's Church of England Primary School Primary 0.7 miles The Brow Community Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Bridgewater Park Primary School Primary 0.9 miles The Grange School All-through Good 1 miles St Edward's Catholic Primary School Primary 1 miles Castle View Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Halton Brook Children's Centre 1 miles The Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Halton Lodge Children's Centre 1.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Astmoor IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Astmoor 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
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
12,530 Children (0-15) 19%
41,314 Working Age 62%
16,942 Older (60+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 43.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 26.3% 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 Astmoor 389 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Astmoor experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

174 Violence & Sexual Offences
39 Drugs
38 Public Order
26 Anti-Social Behaviour
25 Criminal Damage & Arson
24 Other Theft
15 Shoplifting
13 Vehicle Crime
11 Other Crime
8 Burglary
6 Robbery
5 Weapons
3 Theft from Person
2 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Runcorn East Train Station 2.2 miles
Widnes Train Station 2.6 miles
Hough Green Train Station 3.6 miles
Frodsham Train Station 3.7 miles
Sankey For Penketh Train Station 3.8 miles
Warrington West Train Station 4.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Castlefields 0.6 miles Halton Brook 0.9 miles West Bank 1.2 miles Halton 1.2 miles Higher Runcorn 1.4 miles Windmill Hill 1.4 miles Lugsdale 1.4 miles Moss Bank 1.4 miles Grange 1.4 miles Runcorn 1.4 miles Simm's Cross 1.8 miles Kingsway 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Halton
Ward Halton Lea
Constituency Weaver Vale
Parish Halton, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in WA7 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Hey 1 Abbotts Close 1 Abington Walk 1 Acacia Grove 1 Actons Wood Lane 1 Adderley Close 1 Adela Road 1 Adlington Road 2 Ainley Close 1 Albany Terrace 1 Albert Street 1 Aldersey Close 1 Alexandra Grove 1 Allen Road 1 Allendale 1 Allysum Court 1 Almond Avenue 1 Ambleside Close 1 Anchor Close 1 Ann Street 1 Aragon Court 1 Arkwright Court 2 Arkwright Road 1 Arndale 1 Arthur Street 1 Ascot Avenue 3 Ash Grove 1 Ashbourne Avenue 4 Ashbrook Avenue 1 Ashbury Close 1

Postcodes in WA7 50 shown View all postcodes

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