About Gravel

Gravel is a small village located in Cheshire, England, within the CW7 postcode area. It is situated near the larger town of Winsford, providing easy access to various local amenities and services. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of housing styles that reflect its development over the years. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. Gravel is conveniently positioned for those wishing to explore nearby towns and attractions, making it a suitable base for visitors to the region. The local community is friendly, and there are a few small shops and facilities that cater to residents' daily needs.

School Ratings in Gravel

Families in Gravel have access to 53 local schools. Oaklands School and Jefferson House are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Gravel

Homes sell for an average of £213K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £160K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Gravel

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Gravel, with 19 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Gravel

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Gravel around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Gravel

Gravel 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 5,029 sales

Average Price £213K
£200 — £15.6M
Detached £265K 1,648
Semi £160K 1,820
Terraced £124K 1,220
Flat £89K 146

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

31 Primary
6 Secondary
16 Other
Wharton Children's Centre 113 yards Willow Wood Community Nursery and Primary School Primary 113 yards Wharton CofE Primary School Primary 0.3 miles St. Chad's Church of England Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 1 miles Winsford High Street Community Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles The Winsford Academy Secondary 1.4 miles Jefferson House Outstanding 1.5 miles Grange Community Nursery and Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Darnhall Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 1.6 miles Over St John's CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Over Hall Community School Primary Good 1.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Gravel IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Gravel are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
7,866 Children (0-15) 19%
25,428 Working Age 62%
9,752 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 39.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 20.8% 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 Gravel 249 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Gravel is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

147 Violence & Sexual Offences
19 Anti-Social Behaviour
15 Public Order
14 Criminal Damage & Arson
11 Drugs
11 Other Theft
8 Burglary
7 Vehicle Crime
6 Other Crime
5 Shoplifting
3 Weapons
2 Bicycle Theft
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Cheshire Winsford Wharton Visit force website →
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

Winsford Train Station 0.3 miles
Hartford (Cheshire) Train Station 3.9 miles
Greenbank Train Station 4.2 miles
Northwich Train Station 4.7 miles
Cuddington Train Station 5.1 miles
Lostock Gralam Train Station 5.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Wharton 0 yards Winsford 0.6 miles Clive 0.6 miles Wharton Green 0.6 miles Clive Green 0.9 miles Stanthorne 1.2 miles Town Fields 1.4 miles Way's Green 1.4 miles Meadowbank 1.4 miles School Green 1.8 miles Newtonia 1.9 miles Littler 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Cheshire West and Chester
Ward Winsford Dene
Constituency Eddisbury
Parish Winsford
Region North West

Streets in CW7 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Close 1 Abbotts Row 1 Abbotts Way 4 Acorn Close 1 Aire Place 1 Alamein Drive 2 Alderton Grove 1 Alexandra Square 1 Alt Walk 1 Alundale Road 1 Ambleside Close 1 Angus Court 2 Arkwright Close 1 Armistice Drive 1 Ash Grove 1 Aston Avenue 2 Austin Close 1 Avocet Drive 2 Avon Walk 1 B5074 2 Badger Close 1 Bakers Court 1 Bakers Lane 1 Balmoral Close 1 Bank House 1 Bannister Court 1 Bannister Grove 1 Barlow Drive 2 Barnbrook Close 1 Barton Court 1

Postcodes in CW7 50 shown View all postcodes

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