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 £223K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £186K.

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 42 incidents logged in April 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Backford Cross

Most properties in Backford Cross 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 5,026 sales

Average Price £223K
£900 — £9.6M
Detached £308K 1,646
Semi £186K 2,121
Terraced £153K 949
Flat £99K 204

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

46 Primary
6 Secondary
21 Other
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 0.8 miles St Saviour's Catholic Primary and Nursery School Primary 1.1 miles Hinderton School 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 Good 1.2 miles Whitby Heath Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Capenhurst CofE Primary School Primary 1.3 miles

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
9,350 Children (0-15) 18%
32,897 Working Age 62%
14,802 Older (60+) 28%
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 298 crimes · April 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.

124 Violence & Sexual Offences
42 Public Order
20 Criminal Damage & Arson
20 Other Theft
19 Anti-Social Behaviour
17 Vehicle Crime
13 Shoplifting
13 Other Crime
11 Burglary
9 Drugs
6 Robbery
2 Bicycle Theft
2 Weapons
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

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

CH66 0NA CH66 0NB CH66 0ND CH66 0NE CH66 0NF CH66 0NG CH66 1AA CH66 1AB CH66 1AD CH66 1AE CH66 1AF CH66 1GY CH66 1HA CH66 1HB CH66 1HD CH66 1HE CH66 1HF CH66 1HG CH66 1HH CH66 1HJ CH66 1HL CH66 1HN CH66 1HP CH66 1HQ CH66 1HR CH66 1HS CH66 1HT CH66 1HU CH66 1HW CH66 1HX CH66 1HY CH66 1HZ CH66 1JA CH66 1JB CH66 1JD CH66 1JE CH66 1JF CH66 1JG CH66 1JH CH66 1JJ CH66 1JL CH66 1JN CH66 1JP CH66 1JQ CH66 1JR CH66 1JS CH66 1JT CH66 1JU CH66 1JW CH66 1JX