About Barton

Barton is a village located in the county of Cheshire, in the north-west of England. It lies within the SY14 postcode area, which covers parts of Shropshire and Cheshire. The village is situated near the border between these two counties, and is known for its rural setting and traditional English countryside character. Barton is surrounded by farmland and woodland, with a mix of residential properties and open spaces. The local community is close-knit, with regular events and gatherings taking place in the village hall and nearby public areas. The area offers easy access to nearby towns and villages, making it a convenient location for those who enjoy a peaceful rural lifestyle while still being within reach of urban amenities.

School Ratings in Barton

Barton is served by 13 schools. A further 2 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Barton

Property prices average £410K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £491K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barton

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Public order accounts for the highest share in Barton, with 8 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Barton

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Barton 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 Barton

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Barton, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,117 sales

Average Price £410K
£5K — £4.7M
Detached £491K 496
Semi £241K 274
Terraced £236K 148
Flat £278K 93

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

7 Primary
1 Secondary
5 Other
Clutton Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Farndon Primary School Primary 2 miles Holt's Community Primary School 2.2 miles Tilston Parochial CofE Primary School Primary 2.3 miles Shocklach Oviatt CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Tattenhall Park Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles St Pauls Voluntary Aided Primary School 4.2 miles Bickerton Holy Trinity CofE Primary School Primary Good 4.4 miles Abbey Gate College 4.6 miles Saighton Church of England Primary School & Pre-School Primary Good 4.7 miles Bishop Heber High School Secondary 4.9 miles Darland High School 5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Barton IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barton 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
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
1,767 Children (0-15) 16%
6,496 Working Age 59%
3,758 Older (60+) 34%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 27.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.1% 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 Barton 25 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Barton experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established small town.

9 Violence & Sexual Offences
8 Public Order
5 Anti-Social Behaviour
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Other Theft
Local Policing
Cheshire Dodleston, Huntington and Farndon 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

Gwersyllt Train Station 7.8 miles
Chester Train Station 8 miles
Cefn-Y-Bedd Train Station 8.4 miles
Caergwrle Train Station 8.6 miles
Hope (Flintshire) Train Station 8.9 miles
Bache Train Station 9.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Coddington 0.9 miles Clutton 1.2 miles Stretton 1.2 miles Crewe-by-Farndon 1.4 miles Lower Carden 1.4 miles Aldersey Park 1.4 miles Aldersey Green 1.8 miles Farndon 1.9 miles Broxton 1.9 miles Tilston 2 miles Castletown 2 miles Churton 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Cheshire West and Chester
Ward Malpas
Constituency Eddisbury
Parish Malpas
Region North West

Streets in SY14 30 shown View all streets

Allmans Lane 1 Ash Close 1 Ashford Close 1 B5069 3 Back Lane 3 Barn Croft 1 Barnmoore Close 2 Barton Road 4 Battarbee Bank 1 Beeches Close 1 Berwyn View 2 Bickerton Hall Road 4 Bickerton Road 7 Bickley Road 2 Bickley Town Lane 1 Borderbrook 1 Boundary Lane 1 Bovis Estate 2 Bradley Brook Lane 1 Brasseys Contract Road 3 Brereton Close 1 Brookside 1 Brunty Bank 1 Bulkeley Hall Lane 2 Bullcroft Close 1 Cae Lica Lane 1 Camellia Walk 3 Carden Lane 5 Castle Hill Mews 1 Chapel Lane 1

Postcodes in SY14 50 shown View all postcodes

SY14 7AA SY14 7AB SY14 7AD SY14 7AE SY14 7AF SY14 7AG SY14 7AH SY14 7AJ SY14 7AL SY14 7AN SY14 7AP SY14 7AQ SY14 7AR SY14 7AS SY14 7AT SY14 7AU SY14 7AW SY14 7AX SY14 7AY SY14 7AZ SY14 7BA SY14 7BB SY14 7BD SY14 7BE SY14 7BF SY14 7BG SY14 7BH SY14 7BJ SY14 7BL SY14 7BN SY14 7BP SY14 7BQ SY14 7BS SY14 7BT SY14 7BU SY14 7BW SY14 7BX SY14 7BY SY14 7BZ SY14 7DB SY14 7DE SY14 7DF SY14 7DG SY14 7DH SY14 7DJ SY14 7DL SY14 7DN SY14 7DP SY14 7DQ SY14 7DR