Butt Green on the map
Built-up area0.2 km² (0.1 sq mi)
Location in CheshireButt Green sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Butt Green
Butt Green is a small settlement located in Cheshire, within the CW5 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of Nantwich and is situated near the River Weaver. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of older and more modern housing. The surrounding landscape is typical of the Cheshire countryside, featuring open fields and scattered woodland. There are several local amenities, including a village hall and a small shop, which serve the community. The area is well-connected by road, with the A530 running close by, providing access to nearby towns and cities. Butt Green is part of the civil parish of Nantwich, and its proximity to the river makes it a quiet and peaceful place to live.
School Ratings in Butt Green
There are 54 schools in and around Butt Green. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Butt Green
The average property price is £324K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £416K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Butt Green
Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Public order is prevalent across Butt Green, with 18 recorded incidents in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Butt Green
Butt Green sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Healthcare in Butt Green
There are 5 GP surgeries within three miles of Butt Green, the nearest being Nantwich Health Centre (0.9 miles away).
Local Data for Butt Green
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Property Prices 6,333 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the CW5 postcode area.
Household Income in Butt Green ONS 2023
The average total household income in Butt Green is approximately £52,773 a year before tax, 5% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,327. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £38,327.
Businesses in Butt Green ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,615 active businesses based in Butt Green, around 50 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 28 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Butt Green IMD 2025
Butt Green sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Crime in Butt Green 154 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime levels in Butt Green sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Butt Green
Of the 14,333 households in and around Butt Green, 74% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Butt Green.