About Over

Over is a small village located in Cheshire, England, within the CW7 postcode area. It is situated near the town of Winsford and offers a mix of residential and rural settings. The village features several local amenities, including shops and community facilities, catering to the needs of its residents. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. Over is well-connected by road, making it easy to access nearby towns and cities. The area is primarily residential, with a sense of community among its inhabitants, which can be observed in local events and gatherings. Overall, Over presents a quiet lifestyle with the convenience of nearby urban areas.

School Ratings in Over

Over is served by 48 schools. Oaklands School and Jefferson House are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Over

Property prices average £213K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £160K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Over

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Public order accounts for the highest share in Over, with 36 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Over

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Over falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Over

Most properties in Over 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 5,029 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

28 Primary
5 Secondary
15 Other
Oaklands School Outstanding 0.1 miles Over Hall Community School Primary Good 0.3 miles Hebden Green Community School 0.3 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.4 miles Oakview Children's Centre (Previously Greenfields) 0.4 miles The Oak View Academy Primary Good 0.4 miles Over St John's CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Grange Community Nursery and Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Darnhall Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Jefferson House Outstanding 0.8 miles The Winsford Academy Secondary 0.8 miles Winsford High Street Community Primary School Primary Good 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Over IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Over in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

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 Over 255 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Over is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

123 Violence & Sexual Offences
36 Public Order
26 Anti-Social Behaviour
15 Criminal Damage & Arson
15 Other Theft
11 Drugs
9 Other Crime
8 Vehicle Crime
5 Shoplifting
4 Burglary
2 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Cheshire Winsford Over and Verdin 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 2.1 miles
Hartford (Cheshire) Train Station 3.9 miles
Cuddington Train Station 4.3 miles
Greenbank Train Station 4.6 miles
Delamere Train Station 5.4 miles
Northwich Train Station 5.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Town Fields 0.6 miles Way's Green 0.6 miles Hebden Green 0.6 miles Littler 0.6 miles School Green 0.9 miles Darnhall 1.2 miles Winsford 1.4 miles Salterswall 1.4 miles Marton Green 1.8 miles Gravel 2 miles Wharton 2 miles Foxwist Green 2 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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