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Location in CheshireBooth Bank sits where the marker shows within the county.

31,585
Population
12,016
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£60,500
Avg. household income
3,207
Businesses
813
People per km²
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About Booth Bank

Booth Bank is a small settlement located in Cheshire, within the WA14 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 scattered houses and farm buildings typical of the Cheshire landscape. While not a large community, Booth Bank offers a sense of tranquillity and connection to the local countryside. The surrounding area is well-served by roads linking to nearby towns, making it accessible for residents and visitors alike. The village is part of the wider rural network of Cheshire, where traditional farming and local community life remain prominent.

School Ratings in Booth Bank

Families in Booth Bank have access to 78 local schools. Bowdon CofE Primary School, Park Road Academy Primary School, Altrincham Grammar School for Boys and Altrincham Grammar School for Girls are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Booth Bank

Homes sell for an average of £523K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £308K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Booth Bank

Crime in the area is lower than the national average.

Deprivation and Employment in Booth Bank

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Booth Bank among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Healthcare in Booth Bank

There are 6 GP surgeries within three miles of Booth Bank, the nearest being Altrincham Medical Practice (2.9 miles away).

Property Prices 5,265 sales

Average Price £523K
£100 , £35.63M
Detached £1.03M 800
Semi £482K 1,165
Terraced £397K 1,255
Flat £308K 1,708

Household Income in Booth Bank ONS 2023

The average total household income in Booth Bank is approximately £60,500 a year before tax, 9% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £44,935. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Booth Bank £60,500
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £44,935.

Businesses in Booth Bank ONS 2025

There are approximately 3,207 active businesses based in Booth Bank, around 102 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 89 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

3,207 Total businesses
102 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 87%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Booth Bank IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Booth Bank experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
9/10
Health
8/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 21%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 17%
6,541 Children (0-15) 21%
19,434 Working Age 62%
5,609 Older (65+) 18%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 11.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.4% 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 Booth Bank 1 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Booth Bank are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

Violence & Sexual Offences 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Hale (Manchester) Train Station 2.9 miles
Ashley Train Station 3 miles
Navigation Road Train Station 3.7 miles
Mobberley Train Station 4.4 miles
Glazebrook Train Station 4.7 miles
Irlam Train Station 4.8 miles

Location

Local Government

District Trafford
Ward Broadheath
Constituency Altrincham and Sale West
Parish Trafford, unparished area
Region North West

Home Ownership in Booth Bank

Of the 13,194 households in and around Booth Bank, 70% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 70% Social rented 10% Private rented 19%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Booth Bank.

Frequently Asked Questions about Booth Bank

What is the population of Booth Bank?
Booth Bank has a population of approximately 31,585 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Booth Bank?
The average property in and around Booth Bank sold for about £523,432, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 50% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Booth Bank a deprived area?
Booth Bank sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Booth Bank?
Booth Bank is covered by the WA14 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Booth Bank?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Booth Bank, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Booth Bank?
The nearest railway station to Booth Bank is Hale (Manchester) Train Station, about 2.9 miles away.