About Little Bollington

Little Bollington is a small village located in Cheshire, England, within the WA14 postcode area. It lies close to the River Bollin, providing a scenic backdrop for local residents and visitors. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. There are local amenities available, including a few shops and a pub, which serve the community. Surrounding Little Bollington are various walking paths and green spaces, making it a suitable location for outdoor activities. The nearby countryside offers opportunities for leisurely strolls and enjoying nature. The village is also conveniently located near larger towns, allowing for easy access to more extensive shopping and dining options while maintaining a peaceful village atmosphere.

School Ratings in Little Bollington

Little Bollington is served by 82 schools. Bowdon CofE Primary School, Park Road Academy Primary School, Altrincham Grammar School for Boys and Altrincham Grammar School for Girls are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Little Bollington

Property prices average £525K across the area, and flats are the most common property type, typically selling for £323K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Little Bollington

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Drugs accounts for the highest share in Little Bollington, with 1 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Little Bollington

Little Bollington 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 Bollington

Most properties in Little Bollington 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 5,539 sales

Average Price £525K
£300 — £24.2M
Detached £1.07M 806
Semi £492K 1,266
Terraced £387K 1,296
Flat £323K 1,830

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

42 Primary
12 Secondary
28 Other
Little Bollington CofE Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 162 yards Lymm High School Secondary Good 1.9 miles Oldfield Brow Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles High Legh Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Oughtrington Primary School Primary 2 miles Bollin Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Altrincham Grammar School for Girls Secondary Outstanding 2.3 miles Ravenbank Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Bowdon CofE Primary School Primary Outstanding 2.4 miles Loreto Grammar School Secondary Outstanding 2.6 miles Altrincham Preparatory School 2.6 miles Bowdon Preparatory School Good 2.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Little Bollington IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Little Bollington 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
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
9,235 Children (0-15) 21%
26,360 Working Age 60%
10,395 Older (60+) 24%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 11.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.4% 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 Bollington 2 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

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

1 Drugs
1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Cheshire High Legh and Mobberley 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

Hale (Manchester) Train Station 2.8 miles
Ashley Train Station 3.2 miles
Navigation Road Train Station 3.4 miles
Glazebrook Train Station 4.1 miles
Irlam Train Station 4.2 miles
Mobberley Train Station 4.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Arthill 0.6 miles Booth Bank 0.6 miles Dunham Woodhouses 1.2 miles Dunham Town 1.4 miles Broomedge 1.4 miles Carr Green 1.4 miles Heatley 1.8 miles Bowdon 1.9 miles Bowgreen 1.9 miles Hulseheath 1.9 miles Rushgreen 2 miles Oughtrington 2 miles

Local Government

District Trafford
Ward Broadheath
Constituency Altrincham and Sale West
Parish Trafford, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in WA14 30 shown View all streets

A556 1 Abbey Close 1 Abbotsford Grove 1 Aegean Road 1 Airedale Court 1 Albert Place 4 Albert Square 2 Allendale 1 Alstone Drive 1 Applemint Close 1 Apsley Close 1 Apsley Grove 2 Armitage Road 1 Ash Avenue 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashley FP6 2 Ashley Mill Lane 3 Ashley Mill Lane North 1 Ashley Road 17 Ashton Avenue 1 Ashwood 1 Ashworth Close 1 Atlantic Street 16 Attenburys Lane 3 Avensbeck 1 Avocet Drive 1 Aylesbury Close 1 Ayshford Close 2 Back Grafton Street 1 Back Lane 1

Postcodes in WA14 50 shown View all postcodes

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