About Dodleston

Dodleston is a small village located in Cheshire, England, within the CH4 postcode area. It lies close to the Welsh border and is approximately three miles from the city of Chester. The village features a mix of residential homes and local amenities, including a primary school and a few shops. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. Dodleston is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, making it a convenient base for exploring the wider region. The community is known for its friendly atmosphere, with local events often bringing residents together. Overall, Dodleston provides a quiet, rural lifestyle while still being accessible to urban conveniences.

School Ratings in Dodleston

Dodleston is served by 53 schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Dodleston

Property prices average £296K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £392K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Dodleston

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Dodleston, with 15 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Dodleston

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Dodleston falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Dodleston

Most properties in Dodleston can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,486 sales

Average Price £296K
£100 — £5.55M
Detached £392K 2,129
Semi £227K 1,913
Terraced £205K 919
Flat £164K 345

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

15 Primary
5 Secondary
33 Other
Dodleston CofE Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Darland High School 1.7 miles St Peter's CIW Voluntary Controlled Primary School 1.9 miles Ysgol Derwen 2.3 miles Broughton Primary School 2.5 miles Saltney Ferry C.P. School 2.8 miles Saltney Wood Memorial C.P. School 2.8 miles St David's High School 2.8 miles Lache Children's Centre 2.9 miles St Clare's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles Lache Primary School Primary 2.9 miles St Anthony's R.C. Primary School 3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Dodleston IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Dodleston in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
6/10
Housing
9/10
Living Environment
7/10
3,266 Children (0-15) 17%
11,803 Working Age 62%
5,277 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.9% 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 Dodleston 94 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Dodleston falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

35 Violence & Sexual Offences
15 Shoplifting
9 Other Theft
9 Public Order
7 Anti-Social Behaviour
6 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Robbery
3 Vehicle Crime
3 Other Crime
2 Burglary
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Drugs
Local Policing
Cheshire Dodleston, Huntington and Farndon Visit force website →
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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

Hope (Flintshire) Train Station 3.9 miles
Caergwrle Train Station 4 miles
Penyffordd Train Station 4.2 miles
Cefn-Y-Bedd Train Station 4.3 miles
Hawarden Train Station 4.6 miles
Buckley Train Station 4.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Broadoak 1.2 miles Honkley 1.4 miles Belgrave 1.4 miles Lavister 1.4 miles Pulford 1.4 miles Gorstella 1.4 miles Balderton 1.4 miles Lower Kinnerton 1.8 miles Burton Green 1.8 miles Roughhill 1.8 miles Rossett 1.9 miles Kinnerton Green 2 miles

Local Government

District Flintshire
Ward Pen-y-ffordd
Constituency Alyn and Deeside
Parish Penyffordd
Region North West

Streets in CH4 30 shown View all streets

A5104 1 A5118 2 Abbottsford Drive 1 Abingdon Crescent 1 Acer Court 1 Alder Close 1 Aled Way 1 Allerton Close 1 Allington Place 4 Alun Crescent 1 Alyn Drive 1 Alyndale Road 2 Andrew Crescent 1 Annes Way 1 Appleyards Lane 2 Argyll Avenue 1 Arnold's Crescent 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashleigh Close 1 Aspen Way 2 Athena Grove 1 Audley Crescent 1 Aughton Way 1 Avonlea Close 2 B5129 4 Barony Way 2 Barracks Lane 1 Bartholomew Way 1 Barwoods Drive 1 Beaumont Close 1

Postcodes in CH4 50 shown View all postcodes

CH4 0AA CH4 0AB CH4 0AD CH4 0AE CH4 0AF CH4 0AG CH4 0AH CH4 0AJ CH4 0AL CH4 0AN CH4 0AP CH4 0AQ CH4 0AR CH4 0AS CH4 0AT CH4 0AU CH4 0AW CH4 0AX CH4 0AY CH4 0AZ CH4 0BB CH4 0BE CH4 0BG CH4 0BH CH4 0BJ CH4 0BL CH4 0BN CH4 0BP CH4 0BQ CH4 0BR CH4 0BS CH4 0BT CH4 0BU CH4 0BW CH4 0BX CH4 0BY CH4 0BZ CH4 0DA CH4 0DB CH4 0DD CH4 0DE CH4 0DF CH4 0DH CH4 0DL CH4 0DN CH4 0DP CH4 0DQ CH4 0DR CH4 0DS CH4 0DT