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Location in CheshireBath Vale sits where the marker shows within the county.

32,097
Population
12,748
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£52,639
Avg. household income
1,721
Businesses
393
People per km²
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About Bath Vale

Bath Vale is a small settlement located in Cheshire, within the CW12 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is known for its peaceful environment and traditional English landscape, with scattered houses and farmsteads. While it is not a large community, Bath Vale offers a quiet, countryside lifestyle with easy access to nearby villages and towns. The surrounding area is popular for walking and cycling, with footpaths connecting to local attractions. The village is part of the wider Cheshire countryside, known for its rolling hills and historic connections to the region’s agricultural past.

School Ratings in Bath Vale

Families in Bath Vale have access to 34 local schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bath Vale

Homes sell for an average of £294K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £385K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bath Vale

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Bath Vale, with 27 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bath Vale

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bath Vale around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Healthcare in Bath Vale

There are 4 GP surgeries within three miles of Bath Vale, the nearest being Lawton House Surgery (0.8 miles away).

Property Prices 6,662 sales

Average Price £294K
£450 , £20.73M
Detached £385K 2,777
Semi £227K 1,934
Terraced £176K 1,290
Flat £134K 347

Household Income in Bath Vale ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bath Vale is approximately £52,639 a year before tax, 5% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £39,497. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bath Vale £52,639
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £39,497.

Businesses in Bath Vale ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,721 active businesses based in Bath Vale, around 54 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 15 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,721 Total businesses
54 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Bath Vale IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Bath Vale are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 59%
Older 65+ 24%
5,603 Children (0-15) 17%
18,867 Working Age 59%
7,618 Older (65+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.7% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.5% 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 Bath Vale 231 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Bath Vale is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

Violence & Sexual Offences 106
Public Order 27
Anti-Social Behaviour 25
Shoplifting 17
Criminal Damage & Arson 15
Other Theft 13
Burglary 7
Drugs 7
Vehicle Crime 5
Other Crime 5
Weapons 3
Bicycle Theft 1
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

Kidsgrove Train Station 6.1 miles
Alsager Train Station 6.9 miles
Holmes Chapel Train Station 7 miles
Goostrey Train Station 7 miles
Chelford (Cheshire) Train Station 8.1 miles
Sandbach Train Station 8.6 miles

Location

Local Government

District Cheshire East
County Staffordshire
Ward Congleton West
Constituency Congleton
Parish Congleton
Region North West

Home Ownership in Bath Vale

Of the 14,315 households in and around Bath Vale, 75% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 75% Social rented 13% Private rented 13%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bath Vale.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bath Vale

What is the population of Bath Vale?
Bath Vale has a population of approximately 32,097 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bath Vale?
The average property in and around Bath Vale sold for about £294,355, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 16% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bath Vale a deprived area?
Bath Vale sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Bath Vale?
Bath Vale is covered by the CW12 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Bath Vale?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Bath Vale, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bath Vale?
The nearest railway station to Bath Vale is Kidsgrove Train Station, about 6.1 miles away.