About Boughton Heath

Boughton Heath is a small settlement located in Cheshire, within the postcode area CH3. It lies to the north of the town of Nantwich and is part of the civil parish of Boughton. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of modern and older housing developments. It is situated close to the A53 road, providing convenient access to nearby towns and the wider region. The surrounding landscape is typical of Cheshire, with open fields and scattered woodland. There are local amenities within walking distance, including shops and a primary school. The community is quiet and family-oriented, with a strong sense of local identity. Boughton Heath is well connected by road and is within easy reach of major transport links, making it a practical location for commuters.

School Ratings in Boughton Heath

Families in Boughton Heath have access to 61 local schools. 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 Heath

Homes sell for an average of £339K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £457K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Boughton Heath

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Boughton Heath, with 4 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Boughton Heath

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Boughton Heath 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Boughton Heath

Boughton Heath benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. 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

Deprivation and Employment in Boughton Heath IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Boughton Heath 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
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 Heath 31 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Boughton Heath 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.

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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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

Chester Train Station 1.2 miles
Bache Train Station 2.3 miles
Capenhurst Train Station 6.3 miles
Stanlow And Thornton Train Station 6.5 miles
Ince And Elton (Cheshire) Train Station 6.7 miles
Mouldsworth Train Station 6.8 miles

Location

Local Government

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