About Barthomley

Barthomley is a village located in the county of Cheshire, in the north-west of England. It lies within the CW2 postcode area and is situated near the border with Shropshire. The village is known for its rural setting and traditional English countryside character, with a mix of historic and modern buildings. Barthomley is close to the River Dee, which forms part of the natural landscape of the area. The village has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to medieval times, and it retains a sense of community through local events and gatherings. The surrounding countryside offers walking and cycling opportunities, and the area is popular with those who enjoy outdoor pursuits. The village is accessible by road and is within easy reach of nearby towns and cities.

School Ratings in Barthomley

Barthomley is served by 64 schools. Wistaston Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Barthomley

Property prices average £228K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £184K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barthomley

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Public order accounts for the highest share in Barthomley, with 65 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Barthomley

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Barthomley 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 Barthomley

Most properties in Barthomley 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 7,243 sales

Average Price £228K
£2K — £9.6M
Detached £316K 2,532
Semi £184K 2,575
Terraced £126K 1,732
Flat £104K 158

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

38 Primary
12 Secondary
14 Other
Cranberry Academy Primary Good 2.1 miles Weston Village Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Castle Hill School Requires Improvement 2.2 miles St Gabriel's Catholic Primary School Primary Outstanding 2.5 miles Alsager School Secondary Good 2.5 miles Betley CofE VC Primary School Primary 2.6 miles Ravensmead Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Haslington Primary Academy Primary 2.6 miles Sandbach Children's Centre -Alsager site 2.7 miles Pikemere School Primary 2.8 miles Sir Thomas Boughey Academy Secondary Good 2.8 miles Alsager Highfields Community Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Barthomley IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barthomley 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
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,758 Children (0-15) 18%
35,252 Working Age 63%
14,037 Older (60+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 31.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.8% 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 Barthomley 543 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Barthomley 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.

212 Violence & Sexual Offences
65 Public Order
46 Other Theft
41 Anti-Social Behaviour
39 Drugs
36 Shoplifting
35 Criminal Damage & Arson
21 Vehicle Crime
16 Burglary
8 Bicycle Theft
8 Weapons
8 Other Crime
4 Robbery
4 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

Alsager Train Station 2.8 miles
Kidsgrove Train Station 4.7 miles
Sandbach Train Station 5.8 miles
Longport Train Station 6 miles
Nantwich Train Station 7 miles
Holmes Chapel Train Station 9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Englesea-brook 0.9 miles Smith's Green 0.9 miles Balterley 1.2 miles Balterley Green 1.2 miles Oakhanger 1.2 miles Park End 1.4 miles Radway Green 1.4 miles Balterley Heath 1.8 miles Gorstyhill 1.8 miles Foxley 2 miles Knowl Bank 2 miles Buddileigh 2 miles

Local Government

District Cheshire East
County Staffordshire
Ward Crewe South
Constituency Crewe and Nantwich
Parish Crewe
Region North West

Streets in CW2 30 shown View all streets

A500 1 Abbey Fields 1 Abbey Park Way 2 Abbotsbury Close 1 Acorn Bank Close 1 Acres Drive 1 Acton Road 1 Addison Close 1 Adlington Road 1 Ajmere Close 1 Albion Street 2 Aldersey Road 2 Aldford Close 1 Alfred Potts Way 2 Alton Street 14 Alvaston Walk 2 Ambleside Close 1 Amy Street 1 Apple Drive 1 Arderne Avenue 1 Argent Close 1 Arley Place 2 Arlington Close 1 Arron Close 2 Artle Road 1 Arundel Close 1 Ashbourne Drive 1 Ashcroft Avenue 2 Ashville Court 1 Atholl Avenue 1

Postcodes in CW2 50 shown View all postcodes

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