Audlem on the map
Built-up area0.8 km² (0.3 sq mi)
Location in CheshireAudlem sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Audlem
Audlem is a village located in Cheshire, England, within the CW3 postcode area. It lies on the border between Cheshire and Shropshire, close to the River Weaver. The village has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to Roman times, and it was once an important stop on the Shropshire Union Canal. Audlem is known for its traditional English pub culture and has several historic buildings, including the 17th-century St Mary’s Church. The surrounding countryside offers pleasant walking and cycling routes, and the village hosts a regular market day. It remains a quiet, rural community with a strong sense of local identity.
School Ratings in Audlem
Audlem is served by 11 schools. The Meadows Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.
House Prices in Audlem
Property prices average £320K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £403K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Audlem
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages.
Deprivation and Employment in Audlem
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Audlem falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.
Healthcare in Audlem
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Audlem, the nearest being Audlem Medical Practice (0.4 miles away).
Local Data for Audlem
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Property Prices 1,521 sales
Schools & Education 11 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the CW3 postcode area.
Household Income in Audlem ONS 2023
The average total household income in Audlem is approximately £53,153 a year before tax, 4% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £39,461. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £39,461.
Businesses in Audlem ONS 2025
There are approximately 487 active businesses based in Audlem, around 43 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 6 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Audlem IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Audlem 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.
Crime in Audlem 2 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Audlem 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 small town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 4 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Audlem
Of the 5,067 households in and around Audlem, 79% are owned, 9% are socially rented and 12% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Audlem.