About Boughton

Boughton is a village located in Cheshire, within the postcode area CH3. It lies to the north of the town of Nantwich and is situated near the River Weaver. The village has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period. Boughton Hall, a historic country house, is a notable landmark and is surrounded by extensive parkland. The hall was once the seat of the Cholmondeley family and is now used for events and functions. The surrounding area is largely rural, with open fields and scattered farmsteads. The village has a small community with local amenities including a church, a pub, and a village hall. The Church of St. Mary, dating from the 14th century, is a significant feature of the village. Boughton is accessible by road via the A530, which connects it to nearby towns and cities.

School Ratings in Boughton

There are 61 schools in and around Boughton. Guilden Sutton CofE Primary School and Boughton Heath Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Boughton

The average property price is £339K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £457K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Boughton

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Public order is prevalent across Boughton, with 4 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Boughton

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Boughton ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Boughton

Broadband speeds in Boughton are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,569 sales

Average Price £339K
£100 — £4.55M
Detached £457K 1,899
Semi £281K 1,746
Terraced £242K 1,184
Flat £239K 526

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

33 Primary
7 Secondary
21 Other
St Werburgh's and St Columba's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles The Grosvenor Park Church of England Academy Primary Good 0.3 miles Cherry Grove Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Hoole Church of England Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Maple Grove School Good 0.6 miles Abbey School for Exceptional Children Good 0.6 miles Queen's Park High School Secondary 0.7 miles Chester International School Secondary Good 0.7 miles Dee Banks School Good 0.7 miles The Bishops' Blue Coat Church of England High School Secondary Good 0.8 miles Boughton Heath Academy Primary Outstanding 0.8 miles Newton Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Boughton IMD 2025

Boughton is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
9/10
Health
8/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,226 Children (0-15) 17%
28,231 Working Age 59%
14,500 Older (60+) 30%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.2% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.9% 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 Boughton 31 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Boughton records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

13 Violence & Sexual Offences
4 Public Order
3 Burglary
3 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Other Theft
2 Shoplifting
2 Other Crime
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
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

Chester Train Station 0.3 miles
Bache Train Station 1.4 miles
Capenhurst Train Station 5.5 miles
Stanlow And Thornton Train Station 6.1 miles
Ellesmere Port Train Station 6.2 miles
Hawarden Train Station 6.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Chester 0.6 miles Handbridge 0.6 miles Queen's Park 0.6 miles Boughton Heath 0.9 miles Hoole 0.9 miles Newton 1.2 miles Abbot's Meads 1.4 miles Piper's Ash 1.4 miles Huntington 1.4 miles Upton 1.4 miles Littleton 1.9 miles Vicarscross 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Cheshire West and Chester
Ward Great Boughton
Constituency City of Chester
Parish Great Boughton
Region North West

Notable & Famous People from Boughton 1 people

Ian Blair
Politician
Metropolitan Police commissioner and British peer (1953–2025)

Streets in CH3 30 shown View all streets

Abbotts Close 1 Abbotts Road 1 Adder Hill 1 Alanbrooke Road 2 Aldersey Lane 4 Aldford Road 2 Allansford Avenue 1 Alma Street 1 Andrew's Close 1 Arden Close 3 Arnhem Way 3 Arrowcroft Road 1 Artillery Road 1 Ashley Gardens 1 Ashton Lane 1 Austins Hill 1 B5130 2 B5132 1 Bachefield Avenue 1 Bachelors Lane 2 Back Lane 1 Badgers Close 1 Ballater Crescent 2 Barkhill Road 3 Barley Croft 1 Barnfield 1 Barnhill Road 4 Barnhouse Lane 5 Barnston Court 1 Barracks Lane 1

Postcodes in CH3 50 shown View all postcodes

CH3 5AA CH3 5AB CH3 5AD CH3 5AE CH3 5AF CH3 5AG CH3 5AH CH3 5AJ CH3 5AL CH3 5AN CH3 5AP CH3 5AQ CH3 5AR CH3 5AS CH3 5AT CH3 5AU CH3 5AW CH3 5AX CH3 5AY CH3 5AZ CH3 5BA CH3 5BB CH3 5BD CH3 5BE CH3 5BF CH3 5BG CH3 5BH CH3 5BJ CH3 5BL CH3 5BN CH3 5BP CH3 5BQ CH3 5BR CH3 5BS CH3 5BU CH3 5BW CH3 5DA CH3 5DB CH3 5DD CH3 5DE CH3 5DF CH3 5DH CH3 5DJ CH3 5DL CH3 5DN CH3 5DP CH3 5DR CH3 5DS CH3 5DU CH3 5DW