About Huntington

Huntington is a village located in Cheshire, England, within the postcode area CH3. It lies just a few miles from the city of Chester, making it a convenient spot for those wishing to explore both rural and urban environments. The village features a mix of residential properties, local shops, and community amenities, providing a welcoming atmosphere for residents and visitors alike. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking and cycling. Huntington is served by local schools and has access to various transport links, ensuring easy travel to nearby towns and cities. The village's proximity to Chester allows for additional cultural and recreational options, including historical sites, shopping, and dining experiences.

School Ratings in Huntington

Families in Huntington have access to 60 local schools. Guilden Sutton CofE Primary School and Boughton Heath Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Huntington

Homes sell for an average of £339K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £457K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Huntington

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Huntington, with 4 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Huntington

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Huntington 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 Huntington

Huntington 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 5,569 sales

Average Price £339K
£100 — £4.55M
Detached £457K 1,899
Semi £281K 1,746
Terraced £242K 1,184
Flat £239K 526

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

33 Primary
7 Secondary
20 Other
Dee Banks School Good 0.7 miles The Bishops' Blue Coat Church of England High School Secondary Good 0.7 miles Boughton Heath Academy Primary Outstanding 0.8 miles Huntington Community Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Christleton Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Cherry Grove Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Queen's Park High School Secondary 1.2 miles Chester International School Secondary Good 1.2 miles The Catholic High School, Chester Secondary 1.3 miles Overleigh St Mary's Church of England Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Christleton High School Secondary Good 1.3 miles Eccleston CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Huntington IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Huntington 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
9/10
Health
8/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,226 Children (0-15) 17%
28,231 Working Age 59%
14,500 Older (60+) 30%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.2% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.9% 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 Huntington 31 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Huntington 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 town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

13 Violence & Sexual Offences
4 Public Order
3 Burglary
3 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Other Theft
2 Shoplifting
2 Other Crime
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
Local Policing
Cheshire Dodleston, Huntington and Farndon 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

Chester Train Station 1.7 miles
Bache Train Station 2.8 miles
Capenhurst Train Station 6.8 miles
Hawarden Train Station 7 miles
Stanlow And Thornton Train Station 7.1 miles
Mouldsworth Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Boughton Heath 0.6 miles Handbridge 0.9 miles Queen's Park 0.9 miles Rowton 1.2 miles Rowton Moor 1.2 miles Little Heath 1.4 miles Christleton 1.4 miles Boughton 1.4 miles Littleton 1.8 miles Vicarscross 1.8 miles Chester 1.8 miles Eccleston 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Cheshire West and Chester
Ward Great Boughton
Constituency City of Chester
Parish Great Boughton
Region North West

Streets in CH3 30 shown View all streets

Abbotts Close 1 Abbotts Road 1 Adder Hill 1 Alanbrooke Road 2 Aldersey Lane 4 Aldford Road 2 Allansford Avenue 1 Alma Street 1 Andrew's Close 1 Arden Close 3 Arnhem Way 3 Arrowcroft Road 1 Artillery Road 1 Ashley Gardens 1 Ashton Lane 1 Austins Hill 1 B5130 2 B5132 1 Bachefield Avenue 1 Bachelors Lane 2 Back Lane 1 Badgers Close 1 Ballater Crescent 2 Barkhill Road 3 Barley Croft 1 Barnfield 1 Barnhill Road 4 Barnhouse Lane 5 Barnston Court 1 Barracks Lane 1

Postcodes in CH3 50 shown View all postcodes

CH3 5AA CH3 5AB CH3 5AD CH3 5AE CH3 5AF CH3 5AG CH3 5AH CH3 5AJ CH3 5AL CH3 5AN CH3 5AP CH3 5AQ CH3 5AR CH3 5AS CH3 5AT CH3 5AU CH3 5AW CH3 5AX CH3 5AY CH3 5AZ CH3 5BA CH3 5BB CH3 5BD CH3 5BE CH3 5BF CH3 5BG CH3 5BH CH3 5BJ CH3 5BL CH3 5BN CH3 5BP CH3 5BQ CH3 5BR CH3 5BS CH3 5BU CH3 5BW CH3 5DA CH3 5DB CH3 5DD CH3 5DE CH3 5DF CH3 5DH CH3 5DJ CH3 5DL CH3 5DN CH3 5DP CH3 5DR CH3 5DS CH3 5DU CH3 5DW