About Little Barrow

Little Barrow is a small village located in Cheshire, England, within the CH3 postcode area. It is situated approximately three miles from the larger town of Tarporley and offers a peaceful rural setting. The village features a mix of residential homes and local amenities, including a primary school and a few small shops. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. The village is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those travelling to nearby towns and cities. Little Barrow is also close to the historic city of Chester, which is just a short drive away. This proximity allows residents and visitors to easily explore the attractions of Chester while enjoying the quieter atmosphere of village life. Overall, Little Barrow serves as a pleasant community for those seeking a slower pace in the Cheshire countryside.

School Ratings in Little Barrow

Little Barrow is served by 54 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 Little Barrow

Property prices average £339K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £457K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Little Barrow

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Public order accounts for the highest share in Little Barrow, with 4 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Little Barrow

Little Barrow falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Little Barrow

Most properties in Little Barrow 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 5,569 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

32 Primary
7 Secondary
15 Other
iMap Centre Good 1 miles Mickle Trafford Village School Primary Good 1.4 miles Barrow CofE Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.6 miles Guilden Sutton CofE Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.9 miles The Hammond 2.2 miles Horn's Mill Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Ashton Hayes Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Tarvin Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Alvanley and Manley Village School Primary Good 3 miles Acresfield Academy Primary Outstanding 3 miles Upton-by-Chester High School Secondary Good 3.1 miles Oldfield Primary School Primary 3.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Little Barrow IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Little Barrow among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

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 Little Barrow 31 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Little Barrow 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.

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
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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

Mouldsworth Train Station 3.2 miles
Ince And Elton (Cheshire) Train Station 3.2 miles
Stanlow And Thornton Train Station 3.4 miles
Helsby Train Station 3.5 miles
Bache Train Station 3.8 miles
Chester Train Station 3.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Long Green 0.6 miles Plemstall 0.6 miles Broomhill 0.9 miles Barrowmore Estate 0.9 miles Great Barrow 1.2 miles Mickle Trafford 1.4 miles Dunham-on-the-Hill 1.4 miles Hollowmoor Heath 1.8 miles Guilden Sutton 1.8 miles Wimbolds Trafford 1.8 miles Stamford Bridge 1.9 miles Picton 2 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