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About Calveley
Calveley is a small village located in the county of Cheshire, in the north-west of England. It lies within the CW6 postcode area and is situated near the border with Shropshire. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes, and is surrounded by rural countryside. Calveley is close to the A51 road, which provides access to nearby towns and cities. The area is known for its peaceful setting and agricultural landscape, with fields and farmland forming much of the surrounding environment. There are a few local amenities, including a village hall and a small shop, serving the needs of the community. The village has a long history, with records indicating settlement dating back to medieval times. It remains a quiet and settled place, offering a rural lifestyle within easy reach of larger centres.
School Ratings in Calveley
Families in Calveley have access to 12 local schools. Delamere CofE Primary Academy and Kelsall Primary and Nursery School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Calveley
Homes sell for an average of £490K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £595K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Calveley
Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Calveley, with 2 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Calveley
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Calveley 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 Calveley
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Calveley, the nearest being Bunbury Medical Practice (1.8 miles away).
Local Data for Calveley
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Property Prices 2,179 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the CW6 postcode area.
Household Income in Calveley ONS 2023
The average total household income in Calveley is approximately £57,685 a year before tax, 4% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £41,931. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £41,931.
Businesses in Calveley ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,006 active businesses based in Calveley, around 92 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 16 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Calveley IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Calveley 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.
Crime in Calveley 13 crimes · April 2026
Crime levels in Calveley 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Calveley
Of the 4,684 households in and around Calveley, 82% are owned, 7% are socially rented and 11% 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 Calveley.