About Barrow's Green

Barrow's Green is a small settlement located in Cheshire, within the WA8 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment, with a mix of traditional farmhouses and modern homes. While it is not a large community, it offers a sense of close-knit local life, with nearby amenities accessible in the surrounding villages. The landscape is largely flat, with fields and hedgerows typical of the Cheshire countryside. The village is well-connected by road, with the A556 and A51 providing convenient links to nearby towns and cities. It is a place where residents enjoy a relaxed pace of life, with easy access to the wider region.

School Ratings in Barrow's Green

There are 160 schools in and around Barrow's Green. St Bede's Catholic Infant School, Ashley High School, Riverside College Halton and Wade Deacon High School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 23 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Barrow's Green

The average property price is £195K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £121K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barrow's Green

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Barrow's Green, with 82 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Barrow's Green

Barrow's Green sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Barrow's Green

Broadband speeds in Barrow's Green are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 7,734 sales

Average Price £195K
£375 — £12.7M
Detached £310K 1,606
Semi £181K 2,457
Terraced £121K 2,709
Flat £92K 559

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

104 Primary
14 Secondary
42 Other
Moorfield Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Brookfields School 0.5 miles Lunts Heath Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Fairfield Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles St John Fisher Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Warrington Road Children's Centre Good 0.9 miles Aspiring Foundations Federated Nursery Schools - Warrington Road Nursery School Nursery 0.9 miles The Raise Academy 0.9 miles Birchfield Nursery School Nursery Good 0.9 miles Wade Deacon High School Secondary Outstanding 0.9 miles St Bede's Catholic Junior School Primary Good 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Barrow's Green IMD 2025

Barrow's Green sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
5/10
Health
3/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
13,049 Children (0-15) 19%
43,093 Working Age 62%
18,093 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 36.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 20.7% 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 Barrow's Green 498 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Barrow's Green sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

198 Violence & Sexual Offences
82 Anti-Social Behaviour
62 Public Order
44 Criminal Damage & Arson
24 Shoplifting
20 Drugs
20 Other Theft
14 Vehicle Crime
14 Other Crime
6 Burglary
6 Robbery
4 Weapons
3 Bicycle Theft
1 Theft from Person
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

Widnes Train Station 0.8 miles
Hough Green Train Station 2.5 miles
Sankey For Penketh Train Station 2.8 miles
Rainhill Train Station 3.2 miles
Warrington West Train Station 3.3 miles
St Helens Junction Train Station 3.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Shell Green 0.6 miles Farnworth 0.6 miles Crow Wood 0.6 miles Halton View 0.6 miles Appleton 0.9 miles Lunts Heath 0.9 miles Upton Rocks 1.2 miles Cuerdley Cross 1.2 miles Lugsdale 1.2 miles Moss Bank 1.2 miles Bold Heath 1.4 miles Simm's Cross 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Halton
Ward Halton View
Constituency Halton
Parish Halton, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in WA8 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Close 1 Abbey Road 2 Acacia Avenue 1 Addingham Avenue 2 Addison Square 1 Adelaide Court 1 Adelphi Grove 1 Afton 1 Albert Road 8 Albert Square 1 Alder Avenue 2 Alder Lane 3 Alderwood Court 1 Alexander Drive 2 Alexandra Street 1 Alforde Street 4 Alfred Close 1 Alfred Street 1 Allerton Road 1 Alt 1 Alverton Close 1 Amelia Close 1 Andrew Close 1 Ansdell Road 2 Anson Close 2 Appleby Close 2 Appleton Road 1 Appleton Village 4 Arden 2 Arkenstone Close 1

Postcodes in WA8 50 shown View all postcodes

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