About Shaw Heath

Shaw Heath is a residential area located in Cheshire, England, within the postcode area WA16. It is situated to the south of the town of Altrincham, providing convenient access to local amenities and services. The area features a mix of housing, including both modern developments and traditional properties, catering to a variety of residents. The surrounding region offers several parks and green spaces, making it suitable for outdoor activities and leisurely walks. Shaw Heath is well-connected by public transport, with nearby train and bus services facilitating travel to nearby towns and cities. The local community is served by schools, shops, and recreational facilities, ensuring that residents have access to essential services and a comfortable living environment.

School Ratings in Shaw Heath

Families in Shaw Heath have access to 35 local schools. Peover Superior Endowed Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Shaw Heath

Homes sell for an average of £567K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £761K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Shaw Heath

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Shaw Heath, with 7 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Shaw Heath

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Shaw Heath 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 Shaw Heath

Shaw Heath 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 3,771 sales

Average Price £567K
£950 — £17M
Detached £761K 1,473
Semi £414K 819
Terraced £351K 719
Flat £200K 452

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

20 Primary
4 Secondary
11 Other
Adelaide Heath Academy Good 0.4 miles Knutsford Family Hub Connect Requires Improvement 0.6 miles Manor Park Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 0.6 miles St Vincent De Paul Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Egerton Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Knutsford Academy Secondary 1.4 miles Bexton Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Mobberley CofE Primary School Primary 1.6 miles David Lewis School Good 3.3 miles The David Lewis Centre Outstanding 3.3 miles Lower Peover CofE Primary School Primary 3.6 miles Peover Superior Endowed Primary School Primary Outstanding 3.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Shaw Heath IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Shaw Heath 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
5/10
5,613 Children (0-15) 17%
18,478 Working Age 56%
11,141 Older (60+) 34%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 13.6% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.2% 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 Shaw Heath 49 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Shaw Heath 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.

15 Violence & Sexual Offences
7 Shoplifting
6 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Burglary
4 Other Theft
4 Public Order
3 Other Crime
2 Anti-Social Behaviour
2 Drugs
1 Weapons
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
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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

Mobberley Train Station 1.5 miles
Ashley Train Station 3.1 miles
Plumley Train Station 3.6 miles
Chelford (Cheshire) Train Station 4.1 miles
Hale (Manchester) Train Station 4.6 miles
Alderley Edge Train Station 4.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Over Knutsford 0.6 miles Cross Town 0.9 miles Knutsford 0.9 miles Mobberley 1.2 miles New Mills 1.4 miles Tabley Hill 1.9 miles Ollerton 2 miles Tatton Dale 2.2 miles Knolls Green 2.5 miles Over Tabley 2.6 miles Noonsun 2.6 miles Mere 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Cheshire East
Ward High Legh
Constituency Tatton
Parish High Legh
Region North West

Streets in WA16 30 shown View all streets

Acacia Avenue 1 Adams Hill 2 Agden Lane 1 Albert Street 1 Allostock 20 1 Ancoats Lane 1 Appleby Crescent 1 Arley End 1 Arundel Close 1 Ascol Drive 1 Ash Close 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashdown Road 1 Ashley Road 3 Ashworth Park 7 Astley Close 1 Autumn Avenue 1 Aylesby Close 2 Back Lane 5 Badgers Croft 1 Baker's Lane 1 Balmoral Close 1 Beaver Close 1 Beech Avenue 1 Beech Close 1 Beech Drive 1 Beech Hill 1 Beechtree Farm Close 2 Beechwood 1 Beeston Drive 1

Postcodes in WA16 50 shown View all postcodes

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