About Oakhanger

Oakhanger is a small village located in Cheshire, England, within the CW1 postcode area. This area is primarily residential, offering a peaceful environment for its inhabitants. The village is well-connected, with nearby towns providing additional amenities and services. Surrounding Oakhanger are various green spaces and agricultural land, typical of the Cheshire countryside. The village is close to the larger town of Crewe, which offers a range of shops, restaurants, and transport links, including a railway station. Oakhanger serves as a quiet retreat while still being easily accessible to urban conveniences.

School Ratings in Oakhanger

Families in Oakhanger have access to 77 local schools. The Dingle Primary School and Springfield School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Oakhanger

Homes sell for an average of £199K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £162K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Oakhanger

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Oakhanger, with 73 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Oakhanger

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Oakhanger 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 Oakhanger

Oakhanger 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 6,926 sales

Average Price £199K
£2K — £20.95M
Detached £255K 1,893
Semi £162K 2,754
Terraced £114K 1,758
Flat £79K 260

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

45 Primary
13 Secondary
19 Other
Cranberry Academy Primary Good 1.3 miles Alsager School Secondary Good 1.6 miles St Gabriel's Catholic Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.8 miles Pikemere School Primary 1.8 miles Haslington Primary Academy Primary 1.9 miles Alsager Highfields Community Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles The Dingle Primary School Primary Outstanding 2.2 miles Sandbach Children's Centre -Alsager site 2.2 miles Excalibur Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Safe Opportunities 2.5 miles Weston Village Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles TILT Education 2.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Oakhanger IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Oakhanger 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
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
5/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
11,194 Children (0-15) 19%
37,506 Working Age 63%
13,641 Older (60+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 38% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.5% 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 Oakhanger 631 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Oakhanger are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

271 Violence & Sexual Offences
73 Public Order
51 Other Theft
41 Criminal Damage & Arson
41 Drugs
40 Anti-Social Behaviour
38 Shoplifting
18 Burglary
18 Other Crime
17 Vehicle Crime
8 Bicycle Theft
6 Weapons
5 Robbery
4 Theft from Person
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

Alsager Train Station 2.3 miles
Kidsgrove Train Station 4.5 miles
Sandbach Train Station 4.6 miles
Longport Train Station 6.5 miles
Nantwich Train Station 7.1 miles
Holmes Chapel Train Station 7.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Radway Green 0.6 miles Smith's Green 0.9 miles Barthomley 1.2 miles Hassall 1.9 miles Haslington 2 miles Slaughter Hill 2 miles Foxley 2 miles Alsager 2 miles Englesea-brook 2 miles Wheelock Heath 2 miles Day Green 2 miles Lawton Heath End 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Cheshire East
Ward Crewe East
Constituency Crewe and Nantwich
Parish Crewe
Region North West

Streets in CW1 30 shown View all streets

A Tech Court 1 Abbey Place 1 Abington Close 1 Acacia Crescent 1 Adderley Close 1 Adelaide Street 1 Alban Street 2 Albert Brock Grove 1 Albert Street 1 Alder Drive 1 Alexandra Place 1 Allman Close 1 Alma Avenue 1 Almond Avenue 1 Ambuscade Close 1 Anderson Close 2 Arden Square 1 Ardleigh Close 1 Ash Road 1 Ashbank Place 1 Ashley Meadow 1 Ashmuir Close 1 Asquith Close 1 Astbury Close 1 Attwood Close 1 Audley Street 1 Avenue One 3 Avon Drive 1 Aysgarth Avenue 1 Badger Avenue 12

Postcodes in CW1 50 shown View all postcodes

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