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About Bate Heath
Bate Heath is a rural area located in Cheshire, within the CW9 postcode region of England. It lies to the west of the town of Nantwich and is characterised by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is primarily residential, with scattered houses and farmsteads set among fields and hedgerows. It is not a settlement in the traditional sense but rather a local landmark and geographical reference point. The name 'Bate Heath' is often used to describe the surrounding landscape, particularly the open grassland and woodland areas. The area is accessible via local roads and is part of the wider Nantwich parish. It offers a peaceful environment with views of the Cheshire Plain and is popular with walkers and cyclists who enjoy the quiet lanes and countryside paths.
School Ratings in Bate Heath
Bate Heath is served by 45 schools. The County High School, Leftwich and Sir John Deane's Sixth Form College are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bate Heath
Property prices average £275K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £226K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bate Heath
Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bate Heath, with 26 incidents logged in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Bate Heath
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bate Heath 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.
Local Data for Bate Heath
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Property Prices 5,406 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the CW9 postcode area.
Household Income in Bate Heath ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bate Heath is approximately £52,058 a year before tax, 6% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,494. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £38,494.
Businesses in Bate Heath ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,396 active businesses based in Bate Heath, around 39 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 23 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Bate Heath IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bate Heath 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.
Crime in Bate Heath 224 crimes · April 2026
Bate Heath 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 town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Bate Heath
Of the 15,626 households in and around Bate Heath, 72% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bate Heath.