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Location in CheshireBackford Cross sits where the marker shows within the county.

34,572
Population
14,722
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£49,704
Avg. household income
628
Businesses
1,490
People per km²
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About Backford Cross

Backford Cross is a small settlement located in the county of Cheshire, in the north-west of England. It lies within the CH66 postcode area and is situated near the border with Greater Manchester. The area is primarily rural, with open fields and scattered houses forming a quiet, residential character. The crossroads that give the settlement its name are a local landmark, marking the junction of several minor roads. There are no significant commercial or tourist attractions in the immediate vicinity, but the surrounding countryside offers peaceful walks and views of the Cheshire landscape. The village is served by local bus routes and is within easy reach of nearby towns such as Northwich and Sandbach. It remains a modest community with a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Backford Cross

Backford Cross is served by 73 schools. Childer Thornton Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Backford Cross

Property prices average £227K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £192K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Backford Cross

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Public order accounts for the highest share in Backford Cross, with 49 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Backford Cross

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Backford Cross 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.

Healthcare in Backford Cross

There are 17 GP surgeries within three miles of Backford Cross, the nearest being Hope Farm Medical Centre (0.7 miles away).

Local Data for Backford Cross

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Property Prices 5,144 sales

Average Price £227K
£900 , £9.6M
Detached £315K 1,641
Semi £192K 2,172
Terraced £158K 1,011
Flat £107K 214

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

46 Primary
6 Secondary
21 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 9

Ofsted ratings for schools in the CH66 postcode area.

Woodlands Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles The Whitby High School Secondary Good 0.8 miles Meadow Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Archers Brook SEMH Residential School Not applicable 0.8 miles St Saviour's Catholic Primary and Nursery School Primary 1.1 miles Hinderton School Not applicable Outstanding 1.1 miles Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Ellesmere Port Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy Secondary 1.1 miles Ellesmere Port Christ Church CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles The Bridge Short Stay School Not applicable Good 1.2 miles Whitby Heath Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Capenhurst CofE Primary School Primary 1.3 miles

Household Income in Backford Cross ONS 2023

The average total household income in Backford Cross is approximately £49,704 a year before tax, 10% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £36,336. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Backford Cross £49,704
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £36,336.

Businesses in Backford Cross ONS 2025

There are approximately 628 active businesses based in Backford Cross, around 18 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 5 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

628 Total businesses
18 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 91%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Backford Cross IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Backford Cross 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
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 21%
5,778 Children (0-15) 17%
21,298 Working Age 62%
7,501 Older (65+) 22%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.3% 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 Backford Cross 331 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Backford Cross is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

Violence & Sexual Offences 149
Public Order 49
Anti-Social Behaviour 48
Criminal Damage & Arson 21
Drugs 11
Other Theft 11
Shoplifting 8
Other Crime 8
Burglary 7
Vehicle Crime 7
Weapons 5
Robbery 4
Bicycle Theft 2
Theft from Person 1
Local Policing
Cheshire Strawberry, Ledsham and Manor Visit force website →
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

Capenhurst Train Station 1.3 miles
Overpool Train Station 1.9 miles
Ellesmere Port Train Station 2.1 miles
Little Sutton Train Station 2.3 miles
Bache Train Station 3.3 miles
Hooton Train Station 3.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Dunkirk 0.6 miles Whitbyheath 0.9 miles Capenhurst 1.2 miles Backford 1.4 miles Lea by Backford 1.4 miles Whitby 1.4 miles Great Sutton 1.4 miles Wolverham 1.8 miles Woodbank 1.9 miles Two Mills 1.9 miles Mollington 1.9 miles Outlet Village 2 miles

Local Government

District Cheshire West and Chester
Ward Saughall & Mollington
Constituency City of Chester
Parish Ledsham
Region North West

Home Ownership in Backford Cross

Of the 15,073 households in and around Backford Cross, 78% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 11% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 78% Social rented 11% Private rented 11%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Backford Cross.

Frequently Asked Questions about Backford Cross

What is the population of Backford Cross?
Backford Cross has a population of approximately 34,572 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Backford Cross?
The average property in and around Backford Cross sold for about £226,763, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 35% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Backford Cross a deprived area?
Backford Cross sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Backford Cross?
Backford Cross is covered by the CH66 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Backford Cross?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Backford Cross, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Backford Cross?
The nearest railway station to Backford Cross is Capenhurst Train Station, about 1.3 miles away.

Streets in CH66 30 shown View all streets

Acacia Drive 1 Acre Road 1 Adam Avenue 4 Adam Close 1 Aintree Grove 1 Albany Gardens 1 Alder Drive 1 Alvanley Road 3 Alvanley Way 1 Ann Close 1 Antrim Drive 1 Apple Tree Grove 1 Appledale Drive 1 Archers Way 2 Armthorpe Drive 5 Ascot Drive 5 Ash Close 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashbourne Close 1 Ashwood Close 1 Askrigg Avenue 1 Aspen Close 1 Atlas Walk 1 Atlas Way 1 Auckery Avenue 1 Aylesbury Close 1 Badgers Close 1 Badgers Rake Lane 5 Baildon Green 1 Baker Drive 2

Postcodes in CH66 50 shown View all postcodes

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