About Buckoak

Buckoak is a small settlement located in the county of Cheshire, in the north-west of England. It lies within the WA6 postcode area, situated near the border with Greater Manchester. The area is primarily rural, with a mix of agricultural land and scattered residential properties. The local landscape features rolling countryside typical of the Cheshire Plain, with fields and hedgerows forming the backdrop to the village. Buckoak is not a large community, and its population remains modest. It is close to the town of Knutsford, which provides access to local amenities and services. The village is accessible via minor roads connecting it to nearby settlements, and it retains a quiet, countryside character. There are no major attractions or landmarks within Buckoak itself, but its location offers a peaceful environment for those seeking a rural lifestyle.

School Ratings in Buckoak

Families in Buckoak have access to 27 local schools. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Buckoak

Homes sell for an average of £302K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £419K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Buckoak

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Buckoak, with 3 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Buckoak

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Buckoak 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 Buckoak

Broadband services in Buckoak range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,729 sales

Average Price £302K
£395 £4M
Detached £419K 916
Semi £257K 885
Terraced £208K 468
Flat £150K 324

Deprivation and Employment in Buckoak IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Buckoak 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
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
5/10
3,937 Children (0-15) 15%
14,960 Working Age 57%
9,327 Older (60+) 36%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.1% 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 Buckoak 22 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Buckoak 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 small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

11 Violence & Sexual Offences
3 Anti-Social Behaviour
3 Other Theft
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Weapons
1 Public Order
1 Shoplifting
1 Other Crime
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

Mouldsworth Train Station 0.4 miles
Helsby Train Station 2.6 miles
Delamere Train Station 3.2 miles
Frodsham Train Station 3.3 miles
Ince And Elton (Cheshire) Train Station 3.9 miles
Stanlow And Thornton Train Station 4.6 miles

Location

Local Government

District Cheshire West and Chester
Ward Helsby
Constituency Weaver Vale
Parish Helsby
Region North West